As the Pakistan Super League (PSL) continues, excitement grows for the Lahore Qalandars vs. Peshawar Zalmi match tonight, on Feb 25, 2024, at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Lahore Qalandars haven’t won even a single match yet and want to change their place to move from the bottom of the points table. Peshawar Zalmi, on the other hand, has won only one match out of three games played this season. It will be an intense match with lots of suspense and excitement because both teams will try their best to do well and make things better. Let’s take a closer look at what’s going to happen in this important PSL game, where every play can make a big difference.
LHQ vs PSZ PSL 2024 Recent Performance:
In their last five matches, the Lahore Qalandars have had a challenging run with only one victory. They suffered defeats against the Karachi Kings, Multan Sultans, Quetta Gladiators, and Islamabad United, managing just one win against the Multan Sultans in a close final match last season. Conversely, Peshawar Zalmi displayed a more mixed performance, securing two wins against the Multan Sultans and Islamabad United but facing losses against the Karachi Kings, Quetta Gladiators, and Lahore Qalandars. Despite their recent loss to the Lahore Qalandars in the eliminator stage last season, Peshawar Zalmi’s overall performance has shown flashes of brilliance, making them a formidable opponent in the upcoming clash.
Lahore Qalandars vs Peshawar Zalmi Head 2 Head
Let’s look closely at how Lahore Qalandars and Peshawar Zalmi have performed against each other in the past. This analysis can help us predict who might win today’s Pakistan Super League Match 12. In the Women’s Premier League, Lahore Qalandars and Peshawar Zalmi have played against each other 16 times. Lahore Qalandars won 7 times, and Peshawar Zalmi won 9 times—none of the matches ended without a result.
LHQ vs PSZ PSL 2024 12th Match Expected Playing XI
Here’s the predicted XI for both Lahore Qalandars and Peshawar Zalmi:
| Lahore Qalandars’s Predicted XI | Peshawar Zalmi’s Predicted XI |
| Fakhar Zaman | Saim Ayub |
| Sahibzada Farhan (w) | Babar Azam (c) |
| Rassie van der Dussen | Haseebulah Khan |
| Abdullah Shafique | Mohammad Haris (wk) |
| Sikandar Raza | Paul Walter |
| George Linde | Rovman Powell |
| Carlos Brathwaite | Asif Ali |
| Jahandad Khan | Luke Wood |
| Shaheen Afridi (c) | Naveen ul Haq |
| Haris Rauf | Arif Yakoob |
| Zaman Khan | Salman Irshad |
This lineup is subject to change based on team management decisions and player availability.
Lahore Qalandars vs Peshawar Zalmi PSL 2024 12th Match Expected Top Performers
Key Batters to Watch:
- Fakhar Zaman (LQ): Fakhar Zaman has showcased his batting prowess in 10 matches, accumulating 256 runs with an average of 6 and a striking rate of 133.33.
- Sahibzada Farhan (LQ): Sahibzada Farhan has been in fine form, scoring 193 runs in just four matches, boasting an impressive average of 33 and a striking rate of 146.21.
- Babar Azam (PZ): Babar Azam has been a standout performer for Peshawar Zalmi, amassing 515 runs in 9 matches at an outstanding average of 22 and a striking rate of 150.58.
- Saim Ayub (PZ): Saim Ayub has impressed with his batting, scoring 282 runs in 10 matches at an average of 2 and an impressive striking rate of 167.85.
Key Bowlers to Watch:
- Zaman Khan (LQ): Zaman Khan has been a formidable force with the ball, claiming 15 wickets in 10 matches with an economy rate of 9 and a striking rate of 86.
- Shaheen Shah Afridi (LQ): Shaheen Shah Afridi has been lethal, taking 13 wickets in 9 matches with an economy rate of 29 and a striking rate of 15.69.
- Aamer Jamal (PZ): Aamer Jamal has contributed to Peshawar Zalmi’s bowling attack, picking up nine wickets in 8 matches with an economy rate of 71 and a striking rate of 17.11.
- Salman Irshad (PZ): Salman Irshad has been effective, securing eight wickets in 6 matches with an economy rate of 63 and a striking rate of 17.12.
PSL 2024 12th Match Pitch Conditions & Weather Report
Sixteen matches have taken place at this venue, with an equal number of wins for both chasing and defending teams. The short boundaries may slightly favour the chasing team, providing them with potential advantages. The pitch is anticipated to offer an even bounce, facilitating batsmen to hit sixes effortlessly due to the short boundaries. However, running doubles and triples might pose challenges. Clear weather is expected, typical for Lahore’s geographic conditions, resulting in another humid day with humidity levels at 42%. The maximum temperature is forecasted to reach 25 degrees Celsius.
LHQ vs PSZ Today Match Prediction
Our prediction for the upcoming LQ versus PZ match in the WPL is as follows: If Lahore Qalandars bat first, we anticipate they will score between 150 and 160 runs. In this scenario, we predict that Peshawar Zalmi will win the match by six wickets. On the other hand, if Peshawar Zalmi bats first, we forecast their score to be between 165 and 175 runs. In this case, we predict that Peshawar Zalmi will win the match by a margin of less than 10 runs.
