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List of winners in the IPL from 2008-2021

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List of winners in the IPL from 2008-2021

List of winners in the IPL from 2008-2021 | Looking at the Indian Premier League winners from 2008 through to 2021

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the most exciting and loved tournaments around the world. Since its inception in 2008, the IPL has grown at a huge scale, attracting people all over the world. Not only advertisers, but also players and franchises.

The craze and hype for the tournament is so significant that the ICC sometimes postpones their tournaments and programs in view of world’s biggest T20 league.

Below you find history of IPL winners 2008 to 2021. The IPL saw many things since its beginning, from a controversy between BCCI and Subhash Chandra to having number of records registered after its name.

But what is most talked among people is Winners and Runners up of every IPL season. To tell you a whole list, we are here.

List of IPL winners

2008: Rajasthan Royals

The maiden IPL title was won by Rajasthan Royals under the captaincy of Shane Warne. In the Final, they defeated the Chennai Super Kings by three wickets. In the match, RR chased 164 runs, and they won it on the last ball where they needed to score one run.

2009: Deccan Chargers

In 2009, the team most people don’t know today won the IPL title. It was none other than Deccan Chargers, a team highly decorated with players like Rohit Sharma, Kumar Sangakarra and Adam Gilchrist. This powerpacked team beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by seven runs, with the Chargers successfully defending 144.

2010: Chennai Super Kings

CSK began their dynasty in 2010, winning their first IPL title under MS Dhoni. They defeated the Mumbai Indians in the Final.

2011: Chennai Super Kings

The World Cup winning captain MS Dhoni led the defending champions and beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by 58 runs to retain the title of such a decorated tournament. This was extra sweet after leading India to the World Cup shortly before.

2012: Kolkata Knight Riders

It was KKR’s turn to prove who will show the real Khela as they beat up CSK in the fifth season of IPL by five wickets. The Gautam Gambhir-led KKR won their maiden IPL title and demolished CSK’s dream to achieve a hattrick of triumphs in 2012.

2013: Mumbai Indians

In 2013, the Mumbai Indians were dominant and ended up winning their first IPL title by taking revenge on CSK. They beat CSK in the finals by 23 runs.

2014: Kolkata Knight Riders

In the seventh season, it was again KKR’s turn to clinch victory and register their name in glory for the second time. They beat Kings XI Punjab (Punjab Kings) by three wickets in the Final.

2015: Mumbai Indians

The alternate winning year started in 2015 for Mumbai as they won their second IPL title under Rohit Sharma. They again beat CSK in the Final by 41 runs; their second-straight victory over CSK in the biggest match of them all.

2016: Sunrisers Hyderabad

Many people thought it would be RCB’s season as they were enjoying a fine season, led by a wonder season from skipper Virat Kohli. But the winning streak was broken by Sunrisers Hyderabad in a South Indian Derby. SRH won the match by eight runs, consigning RCB to their third loss in finals.

2017: Mumbai Indians

Again alternate year for MI. Mumbai ended up beating the Steve Smith-led Rising Pune Supergiants by just a single run. It was the match when Washington Sundar failed to complete three runs. MI registered their name for the third time on the IPL trophy.

2018: Chennai Super Kings

CSK came back with a bang after a two-year ban. They beat SRH by eight wickets to prove who the real kings are, as they clinched the title for third time.

2019: Mumbai Indians

The IPL 2019 Final will be remembered for one of the best matches ever played. Lasith Malinga defended two off the final delivery to seal a thrilling one-run win for MI against rivals CSK.

2020: Mumbai Indians

It was a mad rush to get the IPL going in 2020, so much so that the T20 World Cup was postponed. In the UAE, Mumbai Indians produced a superb tournament and won the title by defeating Delhi Capitals by five wickets in Dubai.

2021: Chennai Super Kings

In 2020, CSK missed the playoffs for the first time. In 2021, they more than made up for it with a superb showing, winning their fourth title in an IPL spread across two legs.

Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings have dominated the IPL, winning the last five titles between them. This year’s mega auction can raise hopes that we will see a new champion. The answer will be seen after the 2022 season. Hoping for great drama and excitement.

QUE vs MUL Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 7

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QUE vs MUL Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 7

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Defending champions Multan Sultans have made the perfect start to their title defence, winning two out of two so far in PSL 2022. Interestingly, both victories have been quite the contrast, highlighting the depth in their squad and ability to produce in different disciplines.

Yes, chasing has proven the way to go once again at Karachi, but Multan have both restricted a team (124/5 vs Karachi) and chased a mammoth total (206/5 vs Lahore) with the top order in great touch and Khushdil Shah showing off his finishing ability after sealing 16 off the final four balls.

So, it promises to be an interesting match against Quetta Gladiators. Last season’s bottom-placed team has made a promising start to PSL 2022, notching up 190 against Peshawar, before rolling Karachi for 113 courtesy of Naseem Shah’s brilliant 5/20. The key for the Gladiators will be to make inroads into the Sultans’ top order and put pressure on their middle as early as possible.

Possible Playing 11

Quetta Gladiators: 1. Will Smeed, 2. Ahsan Ali, 3. Ben Duckett, 4. Sarfaraz Ahmed (c & wk), 5. Iftikhar Ahmed, 6. Mohammad Nawaz, 7. Sohail Tanvir, 8. James Faulkner, 9. Ashir Qureshi, 10. Mohammad Hasnain, 11. Naseem Shah

Imran Khan went for 54 in his 3.4 overs last game vs Lahore, so he may be replaced today. Also, it remains to be seen if Ihsanullah plays after bowling 2.2 overs in the last match.

Multan Sultans: 1. Shan Masood, 2. Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), 3. Sohaib Maqsood, 4. Rilee Rossouw, 5. Tim David, 6. Khushdil Shah, 7. David Willey, 8. Imran Khan/Anwar Ali, 9. Shahnawaz Dahani, 10. Imran Tahir, 11. Ihsanullah/Ruman Raees

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Quetta Gladiators:

  • Ahsan Ali has made a superb start to PSL 2022 with scores of 73 (46) and 57* (43). He will be aiming to improve on his record vs Multan, against whom he has scored just 40 runs in three innings against since 2019 (avg. 13.33).
  • Will Smeed has also made a terrific start to this campaign. After his brilliant 97 in the first match, he then huffed and puffed his way to a 35-ball 30 vs Karachi. Eyes will be on how he fares today.
  • Sarfaraz Ahmed was excellent in PSL 2021 (321 runs, avg. 45.85, SR 137.76), but has a poor record vs Multan Sultans. In five innings against them, he has scored 60 runs at an average of 15.00 and strike rate of 89.55.
  • What a performance it was from Naseem Shah a couple of days ago vs Karachi. The pacer demolished Babar Azam’s team, taking 5/20. He took 1/45 in his only match vs Multan so far, back in 2020.
  • James Faulkner, who took 13 wickets in six matches in the UAE leg of PSL 2021, has taken two wickets in two matches so far this season. He will be crucial in the powerplay overs.
  • Mohammad Nawaz has seven wickets in seven matches vs Multan at an economy rate of under seven runs per over.

Multan Sultans:

  • Shan Masood was outstanding in Sultans’ 200+ chase vs Lahore. His 50-ball 83 led the charge, and he scored 73 off 42 balls in his last match against Quetta.
  • Mohammad Rizwan, who scored more than 2,000 T20 runs in 2021, has struck two half-centuries in two matches in PSL 2022. The star keeper-batsman has struck 169 runs vs Quetta at an average of 42.25, including 66 off 50 balls on this ground last season.
  • Sohaib Maqsood was player of the tournament in PSL 2021, but scored just 5 and 2 against Quetta last season. He has struck 60 runs vs Quetta since 2017 at an average of 20, and the strike rate of 90 is well below his usual. Can he turn these numbers around today?
  • Khushdil Shah produced an excellent all-round display last match vs Lahore, taking 1/14 with the ball and smashing a match-winning 18* off four balls with the bat. He has scored just 45 runs in five innings vs Quetta at an average of 11.25.
  • Imran Tahir (3/16 and 1/32) has made a superb start to PSL 2022. Also, the leg-spinner has a brilliant record for Sultans against Quetta, with 11 wickets in just five matches at an average of 9.64 and economy rate of 6.36, including 2/29 and 3/7 last year.
  • Shahnawaz Dahani took 20 wickets last season, of which four came against Quetta in two matches (1/14 and 3/44).

Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 8, Multan Sultans 3, Quetta Gladiators 4, N/R 1.
  • Quetta was the only team to successfully defend a total at Karachi in PSL 2021. It was against Multan.
  • Sohail Tanvir bowled nicely a couple of days ago against Karachi, taking 2/29. The former Sultans bowler has taken 2/24 in both his matches vs Multan.
  • Rilee Rossouw scored a century against Quetta in the PSL 2020 season. However, he has historically struggled on this ground, with an average of just 16.88 in 11 matches.

National Stadium Karachi Pitch Report and Weather

The chasing team has won 19 of the last 20 PSL matches at Karachi, including all six this season. The average first innings score is 161.83 this season, and anything below 180 will be very tough to defend with dew around.

Another clear evening is forecast for Karachi.

Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time.

Option 1:

QUE vs MUL Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 7 | QUE vs MUL Dream11 Prediction Today | Quetta Gladiators vs Multan Sultans Key Players | Karachi Pitch Report
QUE vs MUL Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

QUE vs MUL Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 7 | QUE vs MUL Dream11 Prediction Today | Quetta Gladiators vs Multan Sultans Key Players | Karachi Pitch Report
QUE vs MUL Dream11 Prediction

Fan2Play Prediction

Base team:

  • Wicket-keepers: Mohammad Rizwan
  • Batsmen: Shan Masood, Will Smeed, Ahsan Ali
  • All-rounders: Mohammad Nawaz
  • Bowlers: Imran Tahir, Naseem Shah

Match Prediction

Multan start as favourites, but once again the team batting second is likely to prevail.

PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 5

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PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 5

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Peshawar Zalmi, last season’s finalists, started their PSL 2022 campaign in strong fashion as they flexed their batting muscle. With Ben Cutting listed at seven – and Wahab Riaz set to return and able to wield the willow – Zalmi can bat with a great sense of freedom.

And that they did in their opening match against Quetta Gladiators. They chased 191 in clinical fashion, with the ageless Shoaib Malik once again highlighting his immense value. They will be aiming for another batting display here, along with a good bowling display on an excellent Karachi surface.

Islamabad United will begin their campaign today. They were far and away the best side in the PSL 2021 league stage, winning eight of their 10 matches. However, they were eliminated in straight sets, which would have disappointed all associated with the two-time PSL champions.

Like Zalmi, Islamabad have plenty of batting talent, with more overseas talent soon to join the squad. Asif Ali, who was excellent in last year’s T20 World Cup, will be after the perfect platform from the likes of Alex Hales and co., with a capable bowling attack to complement that.

Possible Playing 11

Kamran Akmal and Wahab Riaz, who previously tested for COVID-19, have had a practice session and are available for today’s match.

Peshawar Zalmi: 1. Tom Kohler-Cadmore, 2. Kamran Akmal (wk), 3. Haider Ali, 4. Shoaib Malik (c), 5. Hussain Talat, 6. Sherfane Rutherford, 7. Ben Cutting, 8. Wahab Riaz (c), 9. Pat Brown, 10. Sameen Gul/Sohail Khan, 11. Usman Qadir

Islamabad United: 1. Alex Hales, 2. Paul Stirling, 3. Rahmanullah Gurbaz, 4. Azam Khan (wk), 5. Asif Ali, 6. Shadab Khan (c), 7. Faheem Ashraf, 8. Danish Aziz, 9. Hasan Ali, 10. Muhammad Musa, 11. Zahir Khan

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Peshawar Zalmi:

  • Kamran Akmal is likely to return to the Zalmi XI. He has the most runs in Zalmi-United matches, with 447 runs in 15 matches at an average of 29.80 and strike rate of 149.50.
  • Akmal is one of three players to have at least 1,000 runs at National Stadium in Karachi (1,005 runs, avg. 33.50, SR 141.75).
  • Shoaib Malik was outstanding two days ago in his 32-ball 48* to seal victory for Zalmi. He has batted beautifully vs Islamabad United since the beginning of 2020, with 129 runs in three innings at a strike rate of 169.74. He has been dismissed just once.
  • Also, Malik averages a brilliant 52.24 in 36 T20s at Karachi, with a strike rate of 134.27.
  • Hussain Talat will come up against his former team today. He was also brilliant two days ago with a 29-ball 52.
  • Wahab Riaz has excellent bowling and batting numbers for Peshawar against Islamabad. The skipper has struck 150 runs in 10 innings at an average of 30.00 and superb strike rate of 164.84. He also has the most wickets in Zalmi-United matches, with 23 scalps in 14 matches at an average of 16.48 and economy rate of 6.79.
  • Also, Wahab has the most T20 wickets of any bowler at Karachi. The left-armer has taken 29 wickets in 23 matches at an average of 21.59 and strike rate of 16.97.
  • Usman Qadir was excellent two days ago in a high-scoring match vs Quetta. The leg-spinner took 2/20, and he will be key here once again.

Islamabad United:

  • Alex Hales smashed 41 off 27 balls vs Peshawar on this ground last season. He will be aiming to improve on his record at Karachi to date, which reads: 9 inns, 243 runs, avg. 27.00, SR 131.35.
  • Paul Stirling, if picked, will be key for Islamabad. He is coming off a decent ODI series in West Indies, where he made scores of 21 and 44. Can he build on this here?
  • Asif Ali has scored 178 runs against Peshawar at an average of 20.78, but the key stat is his superb strike rate of 192.78. He also enjoys batting on this ground, with 566 runs in 26 innings at an average touching 30 and strike rate above 156.
  • Shadab Khan has 10 wickets in as many matches vs Peshawar since 2017 (avg. 29.10, econ. 7.86). He has similar numbers at Karachi, with 18 wickets in 16 matches at an average of 25.50 and strike rate of 19.83.
  • Can Shadab improve on his batting numbers against Peshawar? The skipper has scored just 107 runs in 11 innings vs Peshawar since 2017, but does have a score of 77 against them.
  • Hasan Ali smashed 45 (16) in last year’s Eliminator vs Peshawar, so his batting will be key down the order. He will also be crucial with the ball as he has the fourth-most wickets on this ground (24, avg. 21.25), and took four wickets in three matches vs Peshawar in 2021.
  • Faheem Ashraf concedes just 6.93 runs per over and takes more than a wicket per match on this ground (18 scalps in 16 matches). He will be aiming to improve on his record vs Peshawar, which reads: 9 inns, 7 wickets, avg. 36.57, econ. 8.83.

Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 16, Peshawar 8, Islamabad 7, N/R 1.
  • Peshawar Zalmi (177/2) thumped Islamabad United (176/9) in last season’s Eliminator.
  • Peshawar have won five of the last six completed matches against Islamabad.

National Stadium Karachi Pitch Report and Weather

The chasing team is reigning supreme once again, winning all four matches so far in PSL 2022. The team batting second has won 17 of the last 18 PSL matches on this ground, including Multan chasing over 200 yesterday vs Lahore.

Another clear day is forecast in Karachi, with a top of about 26 degrees.

Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time.

Option 1:

PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 5 | PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Today | Peshawar Zalmi vs Islamabad United Key Players | Karachi Pitch Report

Option 2:

PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 5 | PES vs ISL Dream11 Prediction Today | Peshawar Zalmi vs Islamabad United Key Players | Karachi Pitch Report

Fan2Play Prediction

Base team:

  • Wicket-keepers: Tom Kohler-Cadmore
  • Batsmen: Shoaib Malik, Alex Hales
  • All-rounders: Shadab Khan, Hussain Talat
  • Bowlers: Hasan Ali, Wahab Riaz

Match Prediction

Peshawar start as favourites given their recent record vs Islamabad. However, the team batting second will have the edge.

KAR vs QUE Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 4

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KAR vs QUE Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 4

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Two teams who lost their respective first matches will go head-to-head in match two of today’s PSL double-header. Both Karachi Kings and Quetta Gladiators missed opportunities to start the season well, with the Kings making an under-par score on the tournament’s opening night and Gladiators making some questionable decisions in the field.

After sitting pretty at 155/0 courtesy of brilliance from Will Smeed and Ahsan Ali, the Gladiators had the chance to score 200+ easily against Zalmi yesterday. They ended up with 190 and surrendered the advantage with spin bowling to Hussain Talat and Shoaib Malik instead of unleashing their talented pace attack in the key middle overs.

Kings, on the other hand, struggled to 124 on a decent batting pitch two nights ago. If they are to make any mark in this year’s tournament, they need more urgency with the bat, and today is a good opportunity to do that. Batting second is proving to be the way to go on this ground, but runs on the board always gives you a chance.

Possible Playing 11

Karachi Kings: 1. Babar Azam (c), 2. Sharjeel Khan, 3. Joe Clarke (wk), 4. Mohammad Nabi, 5. Tom Lammonby, 6. Lewis Gregory, 7. Aamer Yamin, 8. Mohammad Imran, 9. Mohammad Taha, 10. Umaid Asif, 11. Mohammad Ilyas

Quetta Gladiators: 1. Will Smeed, 2. Ahsan Ali, 3. Ben Duckett, 4. Sarfaraz Ahmed (c & wk), 5. Iftikhar Ahmed, 6. Mohammad Nawaz, 7. Sohail Tanvir, 8. James Faulkner, 9. Ashir Qureshi, 10. Mohammad Hasnain, 11. Naseem Shah

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Karachi Kings:

  • Babar Azam was not at his fluent best in the first match. His 29-ball 23 ensured that the Kings couldn’t get away from the Sultans, so this is an important innings for the skipper.
  • Babar has an under-par record by his standards against Quetta. The right-hander has struck 289 runs in 10 matches at an average of 28.90 and strike rate of 106.25.
  • Sharjeel Khan looked in decent touch last match (43 off 31 balls). However, the left-hander has a poor record vs Quetta (7 inns, 79 runs, avg. 11.29, SR 102), so can he turn that around today?
  • Joe Clarke will be key to the Kings’ batting effort. He scored 46 off 23 balls vs Quetta on this ground in PSL 2021. Also, Clarke is coming off an excellent BBL campaign: 419 runs in 13 innings at an average of 32.23 and strike rate of 151.26.
  • Mohammad Nabi looked in good bowling form vs Sultans, taking 2/17. He is struggling for batting form at the moment, but he comes up against the side whom he struck 30 off 14 balls last season.
  • Mohammad Ilyas was the Kings’ leading wicket-taker in PSL 2021 (eight scalps in five matches), which included 3/39 vs Quetta. He bowled just the one over against Sultans, so it will be interesting to see if he is used more here.

Quetta Gladiators:

  • Will Smeed was outstanding yesterday. The 20-year old took advantage of some early luck to play a blinder of a knock (97 off 62 balls), and he will be aiming for another big effort here.
  • Ahsan Ali also looked in fine touch vs Zalmi. The right-hander struck 73 off 46 balls, part of a 155-run opening stand with Smeed. He now has 254 runs to his name in seven T20s on this ground at an average of 36.28 and strike rate of 138.04.
  • Sarfaraz Ahmed has some solid numbers against Kings, with 210 runs in 10 innings at an average of 52.20 and strike rate of 120.00. The Quetta captain had a fine PSL 2021 campaign, with 321 runs in 10 innings at an average of 45.85 and strike rate of 137.76.
  • Sohail Tanvir has 10 wickets in 10 matches vs Karachi. However, he averages over 40 on this ground.
  • James Faulkner had a tough first game in PSL 2022, where he went the journey at the death (1/40). He was one of Quetta’s excellent performers in phase two of PSL 2021, where he took 13 wickets in six matches.
  • Mohammad Hasnain takes two wickets per match vs Karachi. The pace bowler has eight wickets in four games at an average of 15.00 and economy rate of 7.50.

Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 12, Karachi Kings 5, Quetta Gladiators 7.
  • Karachi won both games against Quetta last season.
  • Ben Duckett recently scored the most runs for Brisbane Heat in BBL 11 (302) with three half-centuries in 12 matches.

National Stadium Karachi Pitch Report and Weather

Chasing is the way to go on this ground. The chasing team has won 15 of the last 16 PSL matches here, with dew playing a key role. Yesterday, Quetta were unable to defend 190.

A clear evening is forecast in Karachi.

Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these teams in time.

Option 1:

KAR vs QUE Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 4 | KAR vs QUE Dream11 Prediction Today | Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators Key Players | Karachi Pitch Report
PSL 2022 Match 4: KAR vs QUE Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

KAR vs QUE Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 4 | KAR vs QUE Dream11 Prediction Today | Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators Key Players | Karachi Pitch Report
PSL 2022 Match 4: KAR vs QUE Dream11 Prediction

Fan2Play Prediction

Base team:

  • Wicket-keepers: Joe Clarke
  • Batsmen: Will Smeed, Ahsan Ali, Babar Azam
  • All-rounders: James Faulkner, Mohammad Nabi
  • Bowlers: Mohammad Hasnain

Match Prediction

Both sides’ best chance is chasing. Chasing team to win.

MUL vs LAH Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 3

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MUL vs LAH Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 3

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It was the perfect start to PSL 2022 for defending champions Multan Sultans, as they swept past Karachi Kings with ease on the tournament’s opening night.

The bowlers, led by Imran Tahir, showed why they will be a tough team to beat once again, restricting the Kings at all stages of the innings. Also, with the top three batsmen spending valuable time at the crease, Multan will be feeling confident of backing up their win with another in the first day match of PSL 2022.

Mohammad Rizwan’s team come up against a side seeking redemption after a poor PSL 2021 campaign. 2020 finalists Lahore Qalandars missed out on the playoffs last season, despite finishing with the same number of wins as second-placed Sultans (5). However, their net run rate of -0.583 was mighty costly, courtesy of two thumping losses to Sultans, so consistency in performance will be important.

The Qalandars have an exciting squad on paper once again, with the likes of Shaheen Shah Afridi, Fakhar Zaman, David Wiese and Haris Rauf aiming to make the perfect start today. Then, when you consider they have international talent arriving soon, there is plenty to be optimistic about.

Possible Playing 11

Multan Sultans: 1. Shan Masood, 2. Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), 3. Sohaib Maqsood, 4. Rilee Rossouw, 5. Tim David, 6. Khushdil Shah, 7. David Willey, 8. Imran Tahir, 9. Imran Khan sr, 10. Shahnawaz Dahani, 11. Ihsanullah

Rashid Khan is expected to miss this match as it is soon after his arrival to Pakistan. He has just completed an ODI series for Afghanistan vs Netherlands.

Lahore Qalandars: 1. Fakhar Zaman, 2. Abdullah Shafique, 3. Sohail Akhtar, 4. Mohammad Hafeez, 5. Ben Dunk (wk), 6. David Wiese, 7. Samit Patel, 8. Mohammad Imran, 9. Ahmed Daniyal, 10. Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), 11. Haris Rauf

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Multan Sultans:

  • Skipper Mohammad Rizwan, who scored over 2,000 T20 runs in 2021, made a solid start to PSL 2022 with an unbeaten half-century vs Karachi. Rizwan scored 76 (49) against Qalandars on this ground last season.
  • Shan Masood, who looked quite good for his 26 vs Karachi, has the most runs of any Sultans player vs Qalandars (155, avg. 31.00, SR 146.23).
  • Sohaib Maqsood started PSL 2022 in steady fashion, with a 31-ball 30 vs Kings. He was player of the tournament in PSL 2021, where he dominated the Qalandars, scoring 61* (41) and 60 (40) against them.
  • Shahnawaz Dahani was the top wicket-taker in PSL 2021 with 20 scalps. This included a superb 4/5 against Lahore in Abu Dhabi, after he took 2/39 against them on this ground last season.
  • The ageless Imran Tahir is showing no signs of stopping. The leg-spinner was at his best against Karachi, spinning a web around them to finish with 3/16. He was rightly awarded player of the match.
  • Tahir has taken seven wickets in five matches for Sultans vs Qalandars at an average of 17.43 and economy rate of 6.65.

Lahore Qalandars:

  • Fakhar Zaman has the most runs in Qalandars-Sultans matches with 325 runs in nine matches at an average of 36.11 and strike rate of 145.74. Zaman also has similar numbers at National Stadium, with 595 runs in 19 innings at an average of 33.06 and strike rate of 140.66.
  • Mohammad Hafeez has the fourth-most runs of any player on this ground, with 689 runs in 21 innings at an average of 43.06 and brilliant strike rate of 162.50. The experienced all-rounder also has some solid numbers vs Sultans, with 222 runs in seven knocks at an average of 37.00 and strike rate of 120.65.
  • David Wiese has been a terrific servant of PSL cricket. After a terrific campaign with Namibia in the T20 World Cup, Wiese will be looking to make an impact right away. He has a terrific record vs Sultans since 2019, with 139 runs in five innings at an average of 46.33 and strike rate of 182.89, along with seven wickets at an average of 18.14.
  • Skipper Shaheen Shah Afridi will have a key role to play. He has a superb record vs Sultans, with 17 scalps in nine matches at an average of 13.06 and economy rate of 6.80, including 2/29 and 3/23 last season. Also, he has 19 wickets in 13 matches on this ground (avg. 21.63, econ. 8.28).
  • Can Haris Rauf improve on poor numbers vs Sultans? The pacer has six wickets in seven matches at a high average of 46.00 and economy rate of over 10 runs per over. He also has an economy rate of 9.25 in 11 matches on this ground (14 wickets).

Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 9, Multan Sultans 5, Lahore Qalandars 4.
  • Sultans smashed Qalandars by seven wickets and 80 runs in PSL 2021.
  • The chasing team has won 15 of the past 16 PSL matches on this ground.

National Stadium Karachi Pitch Report and Weather

Chasing teams are dominating, but given this is a day game with no dew, the team batting first may stand a chance. Teams batting second have won 15 of the past 16 PSL matches at the National Stadium in Karachi, including yesterday where Peshawar Zalmi chased 190 against Quetta Gladiators.

A clear day is forecast in Karachi, with a top of about 25 degrees.

Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time.

Option 1:

MUL vs LAH Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 3 | MUL vs LAH Dream11 Prediction Today | Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars | Karachi Pitch Report
PSL 2022 Match 3: MUL vs LAH Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

MUL vs LAH Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 3 | MUL vs LAH Dream11 Prediction Today | Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars | Karachi Pitch Report
PSL 2022 Match 3: MUL vs LAH Dream11 Prediction

Fan2Play Prediction

Base team:

  • Wicket-keepers: Mohammad Rizwan
  • Batsmen: Fakhar Zaman, Shoaib Maqsood
  • All-rounders: David Wiese
  • Bowlers: Shaheen Shah Afridi, Imran Tahir

Match Prediction

Multan start as favourites, but chasing could prove key once again.

QUE vs PES Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 2

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QUE vs PES Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 2

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How will Quetta Gladiators fare this season? Last season’s bottom-placed team will be aiming for a much better season in PSL 2022. To achieve that, they will need to start a lot better, after they lost each of their first four matches.

Then, to start the UAE leg, they lost by 10 wickets with 10 overs to spare against Islamabad United. While chasing teams fare well at Karachi (14 wins in last 15 PSL matches), the Gladiators need to ensure their batting holds up. They have the talent to produce better results, with the likes of Ben Duckett and Shimron Hetmyer alongside skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed and the much-maligned Umar Akmal.

Also, the talent in their pace bowling ranks, including James Faulkner who was excellent in the second leg of PSL 2021, gives the Gladiators fans something to be optimistic about.

Peshawar Zalmi will be aiming to one better this season after losing the PSL 2021 Final. They were up and down for most of the season, unable to string victories consecutively on a regular basis, so a strong start to the season will be a good foundation to work off. Once again, they have a mix of youth and experience, and it will be interesting to see how they fare.

Possible Playing 11

Shahid Afridi has tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss the Gladiators’ first four matches. Wahab Riaz is out for Zalmi.

Quetta Gladiators: 1. Ben Duckett, 2. Umar Akmal, 3. Shimron Hetmyer, 4. Sarfaraz Ahmed (c & wk), 5. Dan Lawrence, 6. Iftikhar Ahmed, 7. James Faulkner, 8. Mohammad Nawaz, 9. Naseem Shah, 10. Mohammad Hasnain, 11. Sohail Tanvir

Peshawar Zalmi: 1. Kamran Akmal (wk), 2. Hazratullah Zazai, 3. Haider Ali, 4. Tom Kohler-Cadmore, 5. Shoaib Malik (c), 6. Sherfane Rutherford, 7. Hussain Talat, 8. Sohail Khan, 9. Sameen Gul, 10. Mohammad Umar, 11. Usman Qadir

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Quetta Gladiators:

  • Skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed was the shining light in a difficult 2021 season for the Gladiators. He scored 321 runs in 10 innings at an average of 45.85 and strike rate of 137.76, including scores of 81 (40) and 35* (29) vs Zalmi.
  • Overall against Zalmi, Sarfaraz has scored 383 runs in 15 innings at an average of 29.46 and strike rate of 140.81. Also, the keeper-batsman has scored 459 runs in 20 innings at Karachi at an average of 27.00.
  • What will Umar Akmal produce? He has 186 career runs in nine innings vs Zalmi at an average of 37.20 and strike rate of 123.18.
  • Ben Duckett could prove to be a solid addition for the Gladiators. The Englishman had some decent moments in his recent BBL stint, where he scored the most runs for Brisbane Heat (302) with three half-centuries in 12 matches.
  • James Faulkner was terrific for the Gladiators in the second leg of PSL 2021. He took 13 wickets in six matches at an average of 12.00 and strike rate of 11, and he will be aiming to make an immediate impact in PSL 2022.
  • Mohammad Nawaz has the most wickets for Gladiators against Zalmi. The left-arm spinner has 22 wickets to his name in 18 matches vs Peshawar at an average of 22.55 and economy rate of 7.67.
  • Mohammad Hasnain, who was impressive in the recent BBL, has 12 wickets in seven matches vs Zalmi (avg. 18.67, econ. 8.45).

Peshawar Zalmi:

  • Kamran Akmal has scored the most runs in Gladiators-Zalmi matches (459). He averages 25.50 and strikes at 123.72, including 59 off 37 balls in his last innings against them.
  • Kamran is one of three players who has at least 1,000 T20 runs at National Stadium in Karachi (1,005, avg. 33.50, SR 141.75).
  • Shoaib Malik, who scored the fourth-most runs in PSL 2021 (354), has a good career record against Quetta, with 342 runs in 12 innings at an average of 34.20 and strike rate of 137.35.
  • Malik has a superb record at Karachi. The right-hander has scored 1,049 runs in 33 innings at an average of 49.95 and strike rate of 133.63.
  • Shefane Rutherford will be key as a finisher. He was superb in CPL 2021, as well as PSL 2021, where he scored 276 runs in 12 innings at an average of 34.50 and strike rate of 153.33.
  • Sameen Gul will be key in the absence of Wahab. He has five wickets in five matches vs Zalmi at an average of 31.40 and economy rate of 7.85.

Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 18, Peshawar 9, Quetta 8, N/R 1.
  • Zalmi have won the past four matches between the teams.
  • Hazratullah Zazai was in some good touch in last month’s T10 tournament in Abu Dhabi, where he scored 55* and 66* late in the tournament.
  • Sohail Tanvir has gone wicketless in four matches for Quetta for Peshawar.

National Stadium Karachi Pitch Report and Weather

The chasing team has won 14 of the past 15 PSL matches on this ground. The average first innings score was 168 in PSL 2021, and the team batting first today needs to put on a big score after Karachi made an under-par 124/5 yesterday.

A cool and clear evening is forecast in Karachi. Dew may play a role. Expect the captain who wins the toss to choose to field first.

Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time.

Option 1:

QUE vs PES Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 2 | QUE vs PES Dream11 Prediction Today | Quetta Gladiators vs Peshawar Zalmi Key Players | Karachi Pitch Report
PSL 2022 Match 2: QUE vs PES Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

QUE vs PES Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 2 | QUE vs PES Dream11 Prediction Today | Quetta Gladiators vs Peshawar Zalmi Key Players | Karachi Pitch Report
PSL 2022 Match 2: QUE vs PES Dream11 Prediction

Fan2Play Prediction

Base team:

  • Wicket-keepers: Sarfaraz Ahmed, Ben Duckett
  • Batsmen: Hazratullah Zazai, Shimron Hetmyer, Shoaib Malik
  • All-rounders: James Faulkner
  • Bowlers: Mohammad Hasnain, Usman Qadir

Match Prediction

Expect the chasing team to win.

SCO vs SIX Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: BBL 2021/22 Final

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SCO vs SIX Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: BBL 2021/22 Final

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After 60 matches, it is somewhat fitting that BBL 11 will be decided in a game with a team impacted by COVID-19. Numerous teams – particularly Brisbane Heat and Melbourne Stars – felt the brunt of the virus in a tournament CA kept alive by all means possible, and now it’s the Sydney Sixers’ turn to put together a team amid COVID-19 and injuries.

That they are in the BBL 11 Final is quite the miracle. Hayden Kerr, sent in to open in a pressure run chase, and with a previous top-score of 22, smashed 98* in one of the all-time great BBL knocks to guide the Sixers home against the Strikers. It was a reminder that the Sixers can never be written off even with the odds stacked against them, as they have the depth and belief to stay in the fight.

And no doubt the odds are stacked against them here against a Perth Scorchers side that is stacked. Ashton Turner’s team has a shot at revenge after losing last year’s Final, and after beating the Sixers three times already this season, they know how to get the job done. They look the complete side from 1-11, with Kurtis Patterson and Josh Inglis firing at the top setting a platform for Marsh, Munro Turner and Evans batting way down at six to build off.

It is a superb batting lineup matched by the bowling attack. With Jhye Richardson back in the fold, the Scorchers blew the Sixers’ top order away in last week’s Qualifier, and they will be aiming for more of the same at Docklands – a ground where they have not lost at yet this season.

Both the Sixers and Scorchers have won three BBL titles each, and both have the opportunity here to go one clear of the other. In fact, the Sixers will be aiming for three in a row, which would be quite the feat given the challenges they have faced in recent days.

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Perth Scorchers:

  • Kurtis Patterson is arguably the most improved player in the BBL. Before this season, Patterson would barely strike at 120 in T20s. In BBL 11, he is striking at 143.91, with 390 runs in 12 innings at an average of 32.50. This includes a 41-ball 64 in the Qualifier against Sixers on this ground.
  • Josh Inglis found his best form in the Qualifier vs Sixers. He was awarded player of the match for his brilliant 79 off 49 balls, along with three catches. Overall vs Sixers, Inglis has scored 221 runs in seven innings at an average of 36.83 and strike rate of 144.44.
  • Mitch Marsh is set to play through a hamstring niggle. So, it is unlikely that he will bowl. However, his batting has been so good that he could still make a big impact on the match.
  • He is in the BBL team of the tournament despite playing just seven matches this season. He has scored 342 runs in BBL 11 at an average of 68.40 and strike rate of 147.41.
  • Marsh vs Sixers: 11 inns, 258 runs, avg. 32.25, SR 127.72. Marsh at Docklands: 8 inns, 277 runs, avg. 39.57, SR 141.33.
  • Andrew Tye has the third-most wickets in BBL 11. The seamer has taken 22 wickets in 15 matches at an average of 18.59 and strike rate of 8.26. This includes seven wickets against the Sixers.
  • In fact, Tye is the leading wicket-taker in Sixers-Scorchers matches with 26 in 16 innings at an average of 16.77 and economy rate of 7.47.
  • Jhye Richardson (12 matches, avg. 25.00) and Jason Behrendhorff (13 matches, econ. 6.47) both have 15 career wickets against the Sixers. Both took two wickets each in last week’s Qualifier.
  • Jhye Richardson has a superb nine wickets in four matches on this ground at an average of 9.67. Behrendorff also loves bowling at Docklands, with 15 scalps in eight matches at an average of 11.00.

Sydney Sixers:

  • Hayden Kerr produced one of the all-time great BBL knocks two nights ago. Predominently a left-arm bowler who has taken the second-most wickets in BBL 11 (24), Kerr struck 98* when opening the batting to lead the Sixers home vs Strikers.
  • Kerr took seven wickets in three matches vs Scorchers in BBL 11 (4/32, 1/30, 2/37).
  • Can Moises Henriques impact this match? The skipper has the most runs in Sixers-Scorchers matches, with 381 runs in 16 innings at an average of 25.40 and strike rate of 120.19.
  • Henriques has a solid record at Docklands, with 223 runs in seven innings at an average of 37.17 and strike rate of 119.25.
  • The Sixers also need a big performance from the experienced Dan Christian. He is a serial winner in T20 tournaments. He struck 73 (61) and 35* (20) vs Scorchers in the league stage of BBL 11.
  • Sean Abbott was back to his all-round best against Strikers. He took 3/27 and scored a crucial 41. He has 19 wickets in 16 innings vs Scorchers, and he will be looking to bounce back against them after conceding 0/39 in the Qualifier on this ground.
  • Ben Dwarshuis smashed 66 off 28 balls vs Scorchers last week, which further highlights the Sixers’ incredible depth. The left-armer is wicketless in his last two games, but is an experienced wicket-taker vs Scorchers (14 inns, 15 wickets, avg. 24.20, econ. 7.31).

Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 23, Scorchers 14, Sixers 9.
  • Perth Scorchers have beaten Sydney Sixers three times in BBL 11.
  • Ashton Turner has the most runs of any Scorchers player against Sixers (381, avg. 27, SR 150).
  • Colin Munro averages 50.25 with the bat on this ground (201 runs) and 31 vs Sixers (155 runs).
  • Ashton Agar has taken four wickets in his last two matches vs Sixers. This is after he took just one wicket in his previous eight innings.
  • Steve O’Keefe vs Scorchers: 17 innings, 11 wickets, avg. 39.00, econ. 7.27.

Possible Playing 11

Perth Scorchers are looking stacked. Mitch Marsh has been named in the squad and is expected to play before resting for the Sri Lanka T20I series.

Perth Scorchers: 1. Kurtis Patterson, 2. Josh Inglis (wk), 3. Mitch Marsh, 4. Colin Munro, 5. Ashton Turner (c), 6. Laurie Evans, 7. Ashton Agar, 8. Andrew Tye, 9. Jhye Richardson, 10. Jason Behrendorff, 11. Peter Hatzoglou

Sydney Sixers are busted and scrambling for numbers. They are yet to officially name their squad. So much so that Dan Christian put out a hilarious tweet on Thursday asking for players. Moises Henriques and Steve O’Keefe are carrying calf complaints, while Jordan Silk has re-injured his hamstring. This is in addition to Josh Philippe and the Edwards brothers out with COVID-19.

Steve Smith is a chance of playing, but it is unlikely according to reports. At this stage, nothing has been confirmed. Daniel Hughes is also a chance of returning.

Sydney Sixers: 1. Hayden Kerr, 2. Justin Avendano, 3. Jake Carder/Daniel Hughes, 4. Moises Henriques (c), 5. Dan Christian, 6. Jay Lenton (wk), 7. Sean Abbott, 8. Ben Dwarshuis, 9. Jackson Bird, 10. Nathan Lyon, 11. Steve O’Keefe

Marvel Stadium Docklands Pitch Report and Weather

The Docklands surface has been a good one for batting in BBL 11 compared to previous seasons. The average first innings score on this ground this season is 175, with the team batting first winning seven of 10 matches.

Although there is some heavy rain forecast in Melbourne today, it is no issue as the stadium has a roof.

Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time.

Option 1:

SCO vs SIX Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: BBL 2021/22 Final | SCO vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Today | Scorchers vs Sixers Key Players | Docklands Pitch Report
BBL 2021/22 Final: SCO vs SIX Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

SCO vs SIX Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: BBL 2021/22 Final | SCO vs SIX Dream11 Prediction Today | Scorchers vs Sixers Key Players | Docklands Pitch Report
BBL 2021/22 Final: SCO vs SIX Dream11 Prediction

Fan2Play Prediction

Base team:

  • Wicket-keepers: Josh Inglis
  • Batsmen: Kurtis Patterson
  • All-rounders: Mitch Marsh, Sean Abbott, Dan Christian
  • Bowlers: Hayden Kerr, Jhye Richardson, Andrew Tye

Match Prediction

The Scorchers start as favourites in this one as they have had more rest and they are at full-strength The Sixers always fight hard, but they are struck down by COVID-19 and injuries.

Batting first could prove crucial, but the Scorchers should have enough quality to seal their fourth title.

KAR vs MUL Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 1

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KAR vs MUL Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 1

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The PSL, one of the world’s premier T20 competitions, is back for another year. Multan Sultans, who won the title for the first time last year, will be out to make the perfect start to their title defence.

Their batting looks strong once again, with Mohammad Rizwan, Sohaib Maqsood and co. tasked with producing the form they did last season. Shahnawaz Dahani had a breakthrough season with the ball in 2021 and will be aiming to replicate that sort of form in a T20 World Cup year, especially on what is expected to be an excellent batting pitch in Karachi.

Karachi Kings, despite qualifying the playoffs for a sixth consecutive time in 2021, fell away in the UAE leg of the tournament. They had lost three matches in a row at one point, before bowing out in the Eliminator.

Babar Azam is leading the side this season, and he will be looking to make an immediate impact with the bat against his opposite number and Pakistan teammate Rizwan. Also, the Kings’ bowlers will be tasked with keeping the Sultans’ batting quiet, which promises to be quite the ask in such conditions.

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Karachi Kings:

  • Babar Azam easily has the most runs in Kings-Sultan matches. The Kings’ skipper has a superb 400 runs in seven matches at an average of 80.00 and strike rate of 131.58, including 90* off 60 balls on this ground last season.
  • Babar also has the most T20 runs at National Stadium in Karachi, with 1,264 runs at an average of 63.20 and strike rate of 135.77.
  • Joe Clarke smashed 54 of 26 balls vs Sultans on this ground in PSL 2021. The Englishman is coming off an excellent BBL campaign, where he scored 419 runs in 13 innings at an average of 32.23 and strike rate of 151.26.
  • Sharjeel Khan averages just 12.75 in four innings vs Multan, and 23.30 in 25 T20s on this ground. Can he turn these numbers around?
  • Mohammad Amir has the most wickets in Kings-Sultan matches, with nine wickets in seven matches at an average of 21.78 and economy rate of 7.30. Amir had a very tough PSL 2021 campaign, where he took just five wickets in 11 matches at an average of 69.80 and economy rate of 8.37.
  • Amir at National Stadium, Karachi: 17 matches, 15 wickets, avg. 32.80, econ. 7.51.
  • Mohammad Ilyas took the most wickets of any Kings bowler in PSL 2021, with eight wickets in five matches at an average of 21.62. However, he will be aiming to reduce the economy rate of 9.70.

Multan Sultans:

  • Millions will be looking forward to watching Mohammad Rizwan in action after an incredible 2021. He scored 2,036 runs in all T20s at a superb average of 56.56 and strike rate of 132.04, including 500 runs in PSL 2021 at an average of 45.45 and strike rate of 127.87.
  • Rizwan has an excellent record at Karachi, with 593 runs in 13 innings at an average of 53.90 and strike rate of 142.21. Also, he has scored 182 runs in six innings vs Karachi Kings at an average of 36.40 and strike rate of 126.39.
  • Sohaib Maqsood was player of the tournament in PSL 2021, after leading the Sultans to their first title. The hard-hitting right-hander smashed 428 runs in 12 matches at a superb average of 47.55 and strike rate of 156.77.
  • Maqsood also has excellent numbers at Karachi: 18 innings, 540 runs, avg. 41.54, SR 132.68. He has 115 runs in seven innings vs Karachi Kings at an average of 28.75 and strike rate of 129.21.
  • Rilee Rossouw averaged just 19 in PSL 2021, but he delivered in the Final as he smashed 50 off 21 balls. Also, the left-hander has scored just 133 runs in 10 innings at Karachi at an average of 19.00, and averages 24 in 11 matches vs Karachi Kings. However, he was player of the match (44 off 24 balls) in his last match vs Kings.
  • Shahnawaz Dahani had an outstanding PSL 2021 campaign. The seamer took the most wickets of any bowler, with 20 scalps in 11 matches at an average of 17.00 and economy rate of 8.42.
  • Dhani has good numbers at Karachi. He has taken 10 wickets in five matches at an average of 17.80, although he will want to bring his economy rate of 9.37 down.
  • Imran Tahir has six wickets in four matches vs Kings at an average of 17.33 and economy rate of 7.43.

Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 9, Kings 5, Sultans 2, N/R 2.
  • Both Kings and Sultans won one match each against each other last season.
  • The chasing team won 13 of 14 matches in Karachi in PSL 2021.
  • Imad Wasim has taken just 14 wickets in 22 innings at Karachi.

Possible Playing 11

Karachi Kings: 1. Sharjeel Khan, 2. Babar Azam (c), 3. Joe Clarke (wk), 4. Sahibzada Farhan, 5. Aamer Yamin, 6. Jordan Thompson, 7. Lewis Gregory, 8. Imad Wasim, 9. Mohammad Ilyas, 10. Umaid Asif, 11. Mohammad Amir

Multan Sultans: 1. Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), 2. Johnson Charles, 3. Sohaib Maqsood, 4. Rilee Rossouw, 5. Khushdil Shah, 6. David Willey/Tim David, 7. Anwar Ali, 8. Abbas Afridi, 9. Shahnawaz Dahani, 10. Imran Khan, 11. Imran Tahir

National Stadium Karachi Pitch Report and Weather

Karachi is historically one of the best batting grounds not only in Pakistan, but world cricket. Pakistan and West Indies played out a high-scoring T20I series on this ground in December, with an average first innings score of 193.

In last season’s PSL, the chasing team absolutely dominated, winning 13 of the 14 matches. The average first innings score was 168 in PSL 2021, and the team batting first today needs to put on a big score.

A cool and clear evening is forecast in Karachi. Dew may play a role. Expect the captain who wins the toss to choose to field first.

Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time.

Option 1:

KAR vs MUL Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 1 | KAR vs MUL Dream11 Prediction Today | Karachi Kings vs Multan Sultans Key Players | Karachi Pitch Report
PSL 2022 Match 1: KAR vs MUL Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

KAR vs MUL Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: PSL 2022 Match 1 | KAR vs MUL Dream11 Prediction Today | Karachi Kings vs Multan Sultans Key Players | Karachi Pitch Report
PSL 2022 Match 1: KAR vs MUL Dream11 Prediction

Fan2Play Prediction

Base team:

  • Wicket-keepers: Mohammad Rizwan, Joe Clarke
  • Batsmen: Babar Azam, Sohaib Maqsood
  • All-rounders: Imad Wasim
  • Bowlers: Shahnawaz Dahani, Mohammad Amir

Match Prediction

Sultans start as favourites, but this could ultimately come down to whichever team has the pleasure of chasing on this ground.

Some Australia players nervous about touring Pakistan: report

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Some Australia players nervous about touring Pakistan: report

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Some Australian players are reportedly nervous about touring Pakistan due to political unrest in the region. According to a report in the Sydney Morning Herald (SMH), a source close to the Australian team said that “we’re all toey about it [the tour]” to The Age and the Herald.

The concerns have come as a bomb killed at least three people in Lahore, injuring at least 28. Also, Pakistan Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid said that terrorism has increased by 35 per cent since August last year after the Taliban took over Afghanistan.

Australia set to name full-strength squad for Pakistan tour: “security plans robust”

Australia are set to name their squad for the tour comprising of three Tests, three ODIs and a single T20I. It was originally believed that no Australian player expressed any concerns about the tour, before the SMH report today.

However, chief selector George Bailey said that the security plans are thorough and should provide a great level of safety for Australia’s first tour of Pakistan since 1998.

“Very, very robust and very, very thorough,” said Bailey after security briefings. The plans are still being put in place ahead of Australia’s five T20Is at home to Sri Lanka before the Pakistan tour.

Pakistan fans hopeful of tour going ahead

Pakistan fans were left heartbroken after New Zealand called off their tour just hours before an ODI last year. England soon followed suit ahead of the T20 World Cup.

Fans are desperate for more high-profile cricket in the country, and Australia’s visit will be sure to create huge excitement. PSL 2022 is set to begin on January 27 in Pakistan, and fans will be hoping all that goes smoothly ahead of Australia’s tour which begins with the first Test in Karachi on March 3.

SIX vs STR Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: BBL 2021/22 Challenger

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SIX vs STR Dream11 Prediction & Fan2Play Possible 11 Pitch Report: BBL 2021/22 Challenger

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It has been one of the most incredible turnarounds by Adelaide Strikers, especially with Rashid Khan unavailable for the past five matches. After sitting towards the bottom of the table for most of BBL 11, Peter Siddle’s team has sprung into life, winning their past six matches. They have peaked just at the right time of the season, and meet a Sydney Sixers team that, despite being towards the top of the table for the majority of BBL 11, have suffered dips in form in recent times.

So, this battle at the SCG has an interesting feel to it. On current form, the Strikers win, but it doesn’t always work that way. The Sixers have been one of the most consistent teams over the years in BBL, and they know what it takes to get the job done in the big games. However, they will be without Josh Philippe in a huge blow to their chances, as the keeper-batsman contracted COVID-19.

It’s all-or-nothing now for Moises Henriques’ team after a thumping at the hands of the Perth Scorchers on Saturday night. If they want a rematch in the Final, they will have to play very well in front of their home fans in a pressure match. This sort of pressure is the kind the Strikers have already faced in the playoffs, winning two knockout matches against the Hurricanes and Thunder respectively.

So will it be Carey or Henriques who stars? Short or Christian in the all-round department? Siddle or Abbott? There are a number of key matchups that make this game one not to miss on Australia Day.

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Sydney Sixers:

  • Moises Henriques must step up in Philippe’s absence. He has 400+ runs in BBL 11 (420 runs, avg. 42.00, SR 136.80). The Sixers skipper also made two starts vs Strikers in BBL 11 (28 and 17), part of 264 career runs against them at an average of 33.00 and strike rate of 130.05.
  • Dan Christian has struck 72 runs vs Strikers since the start of last season at a strike rate of 211.76. He also took 3/8 against them at the SCG earlier this season. Key player in a big game.
  • Sean Abbott has had a poor last three games with the ball (0/44, 1/39 and 0/39). He comes up against a side he has a good career record against (9 inns, 15 wickets, avg. 18.20, econ. 8.95) at a ground he loves bowling at (38 inns, 58 wickets, avg. 18.57, SR 13.24).
  • Abbott took 3/24 against the Strikers at the SCG this season. He dismissed Jake Weatherald, Matt Short and Thomas Kelly.
  • Hayden Kerr has enjoyed a breakthrough season. The left-arm seamer has taken the second-most wickets of any bowler in BBL 11 (24), including 1/11 and 1/37 vs Strikers.
  • Ben Dwarshuis (15 wickets in 11 innings) and Steve O’Keefe (13 wickets in eight innings) also have good numbers vs Strikers. Key bowlers.

Adelaide Strikers:

  • Matt Short has been outstanding in BBL 11. His 487 runs is the second-most by any player in the tournament, and have come at a strike rate of 156.08.
  • Short played just the one match vs Sixers in the regular season, where he scored an 8-ball 16 at the SCG. Overall, he has scored just 43 runs in six innings vs Sixers at an average of 7.17. However, he is in the form to turn those numbers around.
  • Alex Carey has been excellent since returning to the BBL, making scores of 67 and 23 in two crunch games. He has 189 runs in seven innings vs Sixers at an average of 31.50, with 114 runs coming at the SCG at an average of 57.00 and strike rate of 140.74.
  • Ian Cockbain has been a magnificent addition to the Strikers team. He has scored 191 runs in five innings in BBL 11 at an average of 63.66 and strike rate of 150.39, including a player of the match 65 off 38 balls last match vs Thunder.
  • Cockbain dominated the Sixers nine days ago. He struck 71* off 42 balls.
  • Jono Wells has struck 306 runs in nine innings vs Sixers since December 2017 at an average of 76.50 and strike rate of 124.90. He struck 32 (18) and 27* (23) against them in the league stage, but how much batting will he get in this game with a stacked top four ahead of him?
  • Peter Siddle has had a season to remember. The Strikers captain is the leading wicket-taker with 29, including 2/32 last game vs Sixers. However, those figures of 2/32 make up half of Siddle’s wickets vs Sixers, as he has just four scalps in nine innings against them at an average of 64.50.
  • Fawad Ahmed took 1/16 and 3/16 vs Sixers in the league stage. The Sixers batsmen found it difficult to get him away. Also, Fawad has taken nine wickets in his last six games, plus has 10 wickets in nine matches on this ground.

Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 16, Sixers 10, Strikers 6.
  • Both Sixers and Strikers won a match against each other in BBL 11.
  • Travis Head has a century to his name vs Sixers, achieved back in 2015 against an attack that featured Ben Dwarshuis and Sean Abbott.

Possible Playing 11

Josh Philippe, Jack Edwards and Mickey Edwards are all out with COVID-19. Daniel Hughes will have a late fitness test on his ankle injury that he suffered before the Scorchers match.

Sydney Sixers: 1. Jay Lenton (wk), 2. Justin Avendano, 3. Daniel Hughes/Nick Bertus, 4. Moises Henriques (c), 5. Jordan Silk, 6. Dan Christian, 7. Sean Abbott, 8. Hayden Kerr, 9. Ben Dwarshuis, 10. Nathan Lyon, 11. Steve O’Keefe

Adelaide Strikers: 1. Alex Carey (wk), 2. Matt Short, 3. Ian Cockbain, 4. Travis Head, 5. Jono Wells, 6. Matt Renshaw, 7. Thomas Kelly, 8. Peter Siddle (c), 9. Henry Thornton, 10. Harry Conway, 11. Fawad Ahmed

SCG Pitch Report and Weather

Expect a true batting surface for this clash. The average first innings score in five matches at the SCG this season is 175, with the team batting first winning three of them. Last match, Sixers smashed 197 vs Thunder batting first, and ended up winning by 60 runs.

The weather forecast should be mostly fine for this match, with a top of 27 degrees.

Dream11 Prediction

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time.

Option 1:

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BBL 2021/22 Challenger: SIX vs STR Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

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BBL 2021/22 Challenger: SIX vs STR Dream11 Prediction

Fan2Play Prediction

Base team:

  • Wicket-keepers: Josh Philippe, Alex Carey
  • Batsmen: Ian Cockbain, Moises Henriques
  • All-rounders: Matt Short, Dan Christian
  • Bowlers: Ben Dwarshuis, Hayden Kerr, Peter Siddle

Match Prediction

Strikers have the momentum and Sixers have key absentees, most notably Philippe. Strikers to win.

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