PSL 2023: Match 9, QUE vs PES Match Prediction – Who will win today’s PSL match between QUE vs PES?

Quetta Gladiators (QUE) will go head-to-head against Peshawar Zalmi (PES) in Match 9 of Pakistan Super League Season 8 on February 20 (Monday).  The game will be played at the National Bank Cricket Arena in Karachi. 

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Peshawar Zalmi has won one out of the two matches played in the season so far. In their opening fixture against Karachi Kings, they posted a massive 199/5 in their allotted 20 overs. The Kings came mighty close to chasing down the target, however, Peshawar held their nerves and won the match by two runs. 

In their second fixture against Multan Sultans, Peshawar’s bowling failed miserably as they gave away 210 runs after opting to bowl first. In reply, they succumbed to scoreboard pressure and were bundled out for 154 runs.

On the other hand, Quetta Gladiators have also won one out of the two matches played in the tournament so far. In their opening fixture against Multan Sultans, they were bundled out for just 110 before the Sultans chased down the target in 13.3 overs having nine wickets in hand.

In their second match, the Gladiators staged a terrific comeback and won the match by six runs against Karachi Kings.

QUE vs PES Match Details:

Quetta Gladiators vs Peshawar Zalmi, Match 9, PSL 2023

Venue: National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi

Date & Time: February 20, 07:30 PM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV app/website.

QUE vs PES Pitch Report

In the three matches played at National Bank Cricket Arena in the tournament so far, two matches have been won by teams batting first. The average score in the first innings has been 180 at this venue. Therefore, the captain winning the toss will prefer to bat first and will the aim to post a huge score on the board to put the opposition under pressure.

QUE vs PES Probable Playing XIs

Quetta Gladiators (QUE):

Jason Roy, Martin Guptill, Abdul Bangalzai, Sarfaraz Ahmed (c & wk), Umar Akmal, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz, Odean Smith, Qais Ahmad, Naseem Shah, Mohammad Hasnain

Peshawar Zalmi (PES)

Mohammad Haris (wk), Babar Azam (c), Saim Ayub, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Rovman Powell, James Neesham, Wahab Riaz, Khurram Shahzad, Salman Irshad, Sufiyan Muqeem

QUE vs PES Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter

Martin Guptill:

The Kiwi opener was seen in sublime form in the last fixture of Quetta Gladiators against Karachi Kings. He scored a sensational 117 off 67 balls with the help of 12 fours and five sixes. Guptill will look to continue his good form against Peshawar Zalmi and give a blistering start to his team during the game.

Probable Best Bowler

Salman Irshad:

The right-arm fast-medium bowler has been the most successful bowler of the tournament so far for Peshawar Zalmi. He has picked up three wickets giving away 80 runs in eight overs. The 27-year-old averages 26.66 with the ball in the tournament so far and has an economy of 10. Irshad will look to add more wickets to his tally against Quetta Gladiators and trouble the batters with his pace.

Today's Match Prediction: Quetta Gladiators to win the match

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Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.