Islamabad United and Lahore Qalandars clash in Match 23 of the 2024 Pakistan Super League on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, starting at 7:00 PM local time. Known for its batting-friendly conditions, the stadium provides true bounce and pace, favoring batters. However, it poses challenges for fast bowlers, while spinners thrive with the surface offering grip and sharp turns.
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LQ vs IU Prediction
Islamabad United sits comfortably with seven points from seven matches, while Lahore Qalandars are at the bottom of the table, yet to secure a win in the tournament. Islamabad’s recent form, with victories over Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi, highlights their dominance since their defeat to Peshawar Zalmi. Facing an underperforming Lahore side, Islamabad appears set for another win.
Contrarily, Lahore Qalandars managed their first point due to weather disruptions rather than on-field performance. Having lost all completed matches, they enter this game struggling to find form and desperately seeking their maiden victory in the 2024 PSL.
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Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United Betting Tips – Analysis
Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United – Coin Toss
At this venue, teams have found success by opting to bowl first, a strategy that has paid off more often than not. Considering this trend, captains will likely opt to bowl first upon winning the toss, aiming to take advantage of favorable bowling conditions.
Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United – Who Will Win?
With Lahore Qalandars struggling to secure a win and their bowling lineup failing to make an impact, they face significant challenges. On the other hand, Islamabad United’s strong form and batting depth position them favorably.
Considering these factors, our prediction leans towards Islamabad United clinching victory in the upcoming match.
Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United – Top Batters
For Islamabad United’s batting lineup, keep an eye on Shadab Khan, Alex Hales, and Colin Munro. Hales boasts an impressive T20 record with over 12,000 runs and a strike rate of 146.55, while Munro adds his experience of more than 10,800 T20 runs.
Lahore Qalandars’ batting strength lies in Fakhar Zaman, Rassie van der Dussen, and Sahibzada Farhan. Zaman, known for his aggressive batting, has notched up 45 half-centuries in T20s. Meanwhile, Farhan has been consistent, averaging 47.8 in the current tournament and 32.36 overall in his T20 career.
Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United – Top Bowler
For Islamabad United’s bowling, look out for Naseem Shah, Hunain Shah, and skipper Shadab Khan. Khan’s recent performance showcased his ability to take crucial wickets, while Shah is on the brink of achieving 100 T20 dismissals.
Lahore Qalandars’ bowling strength rests with Sikandar Raza, Carlos Brathwaite, and Shaheen Shah Afridi. Raza’s key wicket-taking abilities were highlighted in the previous game, adding to his impressive tally of 132 T20 wickets. Brathwaite, known for his variations, is closing in on 250 T20 dismissals, while Afridi’s pace and skill make him a strong threat.
LQ vs IU Batting First Team Scores
A target of at least 170-180 must be set by the team batting first on this pitch as it will put the chasing team under some pressure.
LQ vs IU Prediction Playing XI
Lahore Qalandars
- Sahibzada Farhan (wk)
- Fakhar Zaman
- Rassie van der Dussen
- Kamran Ghulam
- Sikandar Raza
- Shaheen Shah Afridi (c)
- George Linde
- Carlos Brathwaite
- Jahandad Khan
- Salman Fayyaz
- Zaman Khan
Islamabad United
- Alex Hales
- Colin Munro
- Agha Salman
- Shadab Khan (c)
- Jordan Cox
- Azam Khan (wk)
- Imad Wasim
- Faheem Ashraf
- Hunain Shah
- Naseem Shah
- Rumman Raees
LQ vs IU Prediction – Head to Head
| Matches Played | IU Won | LQ Won | Tie | No Result | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOTAL | 18 | 10 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Last 5 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
LQ vs IU Prediction – Our Betting Tips
- For Islamabad United’s top run scorer, consider backing Captain Shadab Khan, who showcased his skills with a remarkable 80 runs in the last match against Lahore Qalandars.
- Keep an eye on Hunain Shah to lead Islamabad United’s bowling attack, as the young right-arm pacer demonstrated his potential with figures of 2/25 and a maiden over in the previous game.
- Rassie van der Dussen, with an impressive tournament average of 75, is a strong contender for Lahore Qalandars’ highest run scorer against Islamabad United.
- Look towards Shaheen Shah Afridi, the skipper of Lahore Qalandars, to make an impact with the ball, especially considering his remarkable strike rate of 16 in the PSL.
- For the most sixes in the match, consider selecting Alex Hales, who will likely be keen to make a strong comeback after missing out on the previous match due to a golden duck.
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Last Updated on March 6, 2024
