After having a couple of rough seasons in the Pakistan Super League, Karachi Kings (KAR) were expected to get better in 2024. However, the reality seems to be different as they find themselves fifth on the points table after four matches. Consistency has been a big problem for the Shan Masood-led side as they lost the opening game to Multan Sultans but defeated Peshawar Zalmi and Lahore Qalandars in back-to-back matches. However, in the last game against Islamabad United, they suffered a seven-wicket defeat.
They are slated to challenge Quetta Gladiators (QUE) in the upcoming match in the league. The Rilee Rossouw-led side won the opening three games but lost to league leaders Sultans in their last match. However, players like Jason Roy and Saud Shakeel have proved to be a threat so far and will be key for them against Karachi on February 29 at the National Bank Cricket Arena in Karachi.
Match Details
Match | Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators, PSL 2024 |
Venue | National Stadium, Karachi |
Date & Time | Thursday, February 29, 7:30 PM (IST) |
Live Broadcast and Streaming Details | FanCode App and Website |
National Stadium, Karachi Pitch Report and Conditions
The track in Karachi is a decent one, where both batters and bowlers are likely to have a good time in the middle. Bowling first will be ideal, and anything over 175 runs can be considered to be a good total for the team.
KAR vs QUE Head-to-Head Record
Matches Played | 16 |
Karachi Kings won | 5 |
Quetta Gladiators Won | 11 |
Probable Playing XIs
Karachi Kings (KAR)
Shan Masood (c), Tim Seifert (wk), Leus du Plooy, Shoaib Malik, Kieron Pollard, Mohammad Nawaz, Irfan Khan, Hasan Ali, Mir Hamza, Tabraiz Shamsi, Mohammad Aamir Khan
Quetta Gladiators (QUE):
Probable Best Batter of the match
Former West Indies captain Kieron Pollard is in remarkable form at the moment. The veteran all-rounder has made 183 runs in four matches at a strike rate of 164.86 and with that, he is currently eighth in the list of the most run-getters in the league. Other than that, Pollard has been exceptional in the fielding department as well.
Probable Best Bowler of the match
Leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed has been terrific in the ongoing PSL 2024. Representing Quetta Gladiators, the 25-year-old has picked up seven wickets in four matches and with that, he is currently the sixth-leading wicket-taker in the tournament.