Following a brilliant win over Karachi Kings in the last match of the PSL 2024, Quetta Gladiators have strengthened their place at number two on the points table. The Rilee Rossouw-led side has won four out of five matches in the ongoing Pakistan Super League as many of their players are in incredible form. In the last match, Sherfane Rutherford played a ruthless knock of 58* runs off 31 deliveries, while Jason Roy gave the perfect start by scoring 52 runs.
With that, the team would be confident before taking on Islamabad United, who are currently sitting fourth on the points table. The Shadab Khan-led side has managed to win only two of their five matches in the league so far, but a win over Karachi in the last match should boost their confidence for the coming games. Colin Munro is in incredible form as he hit 82 runs off 47 deliveries in the last match, while Alex Hales made 47 runs off 35 deliveries.
Match Details
| Match | Islamabad United vs Quetta Gladiators, PSL 2024 |
| Venue | National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi |
| Date & Time | Saturday, March 2, 7:30 PM (IST) |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming Details | Fancode App and Website |
Pitch Report
The surface at Karachi’s National Bank Cricket Arena supports the batters, but it also provides some assistance to the bowlers. Bowling first will be ideal and anything over 175 runs can be a good total on the board.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | 18 |
| Islamabad United won | 09 |
| Karachi Kings Won | 09 |
Probable Playing XIs
Islamabad United:
Colin Munro, Jordan Cox, Agha Salman, Shadab Khan (c), Azam Khan (wk), Tymal Mills, Imad Wasim, Faheem Ashraf, Hunain Shah, Haider Ali, Naseem Shah
Quetta Gladiators (QUE):
Jason Roy, Saud Shakeel, Khawaja Nafay, Rilee Rossouw (c), Sarfaraz Ahmed (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Akeal Hosein, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Sohail Khan, Usman Tariq, Abrar Ahmed
Probable Best Batter of the match
Gladiators opener Jason Roy has scored 200 runs in five matches so far in the league. He is currently the fifth-leading run-scorer in the tournament and has a strike rate of 152.67 in the league. He can once again prove dangerous with the bat, which can trouble Islamabad, especially when they failed with the ball so far.
Probable Best Bowler of the match
Abrar Ahmed of Quetta Gladiators is currently the third-leading wicket-taker of the tournament. He has picked up 10 wickets in five matches and has an average of just 15.3. He has been exceptional with the ball and if he manages to keep up with the form, Gladiators can get the job done.
Today’s Match Prediction: Quetta Gladiators to win the match
Scenario 1
Islamabad United win the toss and bowl
PP score – 35-45
QUE – 170-190
Quetta Gladiators win the match
Scenario 2
Quetta Gladiators win the toss and bowl
PP score – 35-45
ISL – 155-175
Quetta Gladiators win the match
Disclaimer: The Prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your Prediction, consider the points mentioned and decide.
