LAHORE: The defending champions Lahore Qalandars will square off against Karachi Kings in the 10th match of the PSL 9 season at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on Saturday.
Scheduled to commence at 7 pm, the match holds significant importance for Lahore Qalandars, who are yet to secure a victory in this season of the PSL, suffering defeats in all three of their previous encounters.
As they prepare to face Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars are expected to maintain consistency in their lineup, banking on their batting prowess while aiming for an improved bowling performance to contain the opposition effectively. The match is crucial for Shaheen Afridi and his team, representing almost a make-or-break scenario as they strive for their first win of the season.
Lahore Qalandars will Make Attempt to Win First Match in PSL
Meanwhile, Karachi Kings, led by Shan Masood and with a fresh coaching setup, approach the tournament with optimism. Boosting their squad with talents like Kieron Pollard and Daniel Sams, alongside retaining experienced campaigner Shoaib Malik, Karachi Kings aim to capitalize on their strengths.
Having secured a win in one of their two matches so far, Karachi Kings look to maintain continuity in their playing XI against Lahore Qalandars. With players like James Vince, Shoaib Malik, and Kieron Pollard in good form, they aspire to build on their recent successes and secure another victory, with Mohammad Nawaz and Irfan Khan providing additional support in all-round roles.