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As the Lahore leg of the 2024 Pakistan Super League draws to a close, anticipation mounts for the clash between Peshawar Zalmi and Islamabad United at the iconic Gadaffi Stadium, marking match number 13 of the tournament. Peshawar holds a significant advantage over Islamabad, having emerged victorious in three of their last five encounters.
Under the leadership of Shadab Khan, United commenced the season with a resounding triumph on opening night against the defending champions. However, subsequent back-to-back defeats have relegated them to the lower half of the standings. Despite Shadab Khan's exemplary all-round performance, bolstered by contributions from Agha Salman, the team has grappled with inconsistency, particularly evident in the underwhelming performances of Colin Munro, Alex Hales, and Azam Khan. Their bowling lineup, spearheaded by Naseem Shah and Tymal Mills, has shown glimpses of form, but the lack of effectiveness from Imad Wasim has proved detrimental, allowing opponents to amass formidable totals.
Conversely, Peshawar Zalmi endured a shaky start to the season with two initial losses before orchestrating a turnaround with two consecutive victories. Their resurgence hinges heavily on the contributions of the reliable Babar Azam and the explosive duo of Saim Ayub and Rovman Powell, who have shouldered the bulk of the batting responsibilities. While Luke Wood and Salman Irshad have performed credibly with the ball, Afghan sensation Naveen-ul-Haq is yet to hit his stride, relying on the support of Arif Yaqoob and Paul Walter in the bowling department. With both teams vying for crucial points, the stage is set for a riveting encounter, promising a spectacle of thrilling cricketing action at its finest.
Who will win the game tonight?
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