Will Haris Rauf Be in the Playing XI: The Lahore Qalandars, the reigning champions in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), are facing a challenging situation in the 2024 season. Having lost all three matches so far, they are determined to secure a victory to stay in contention. Currently, they are in fifth place in the standings and must win their upcoming match for a chance to advance.
Scheduled to take on the Karachi Kings on February 24th at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, this match is crucial for Shaheen Afridi and his team as they aim for their first win of the season. The stakes are high, and it’s a near do-or-die situation for them.
As we eagerly anticipate this showdown, OneCricket has analyzed the potential lineup for the Lahore Qalandars. Under the leadership of Shaheen Afridi, the team is optimistic about turning their fortunes around with a much-needed victory.
With three consecutive losses, Lahore hasn’t had an ideal start, especially with concerns about their bowling performance. However, their batting has shown promise in all three matches.
Looking ahead to the clash against Karachi, it seems likely that the Lahore Qalandars will stick with the same squad. They are counting on their batting prowess to shine through once again and aiming to enhance their bowling to better contain the opposition.
The opening pair is expected to feature young Sahibzada Farhan, who scored quick half-centuries in the first two games, alongside senior teammate Fakhar Zaman, who displayed promise in the last match. South African Rassie van der Dussen, with 140 runs in the last three matches and two half-centuries, will hold the crucial number 3 position.
Abdullah Shafique and Sikandar Raza will anchor the middle order, with Raza playing the all-rounder role. George Linde and Carlos Brathwaite are likely to contribute essential runs at the end of the innings and provide additional bowling options when needed.
Captain Shaheen Afridi is expected to open the bowling with Zaman Khan, while Harris Rauf and Jahandad Khan are anticipated to serve as the third and fourth seamers, replicating their roles from the last game.
Eager to clinch their inaugural victory of the season, the Lahore Qalandars are armed with a well-rounded squad boasting formidable fast bowlers and a robust batting lineup.
Probable Playing XI for Lahore Qalandars against Karachi Kings
Fakhar Zaman
Sahibzada Farhan (wk)
Rassie van der Dussen
Abdullah Shafique
Sikandar Raza
George Linde
Carlos Brathwaite
Jahandad Khan
Shaheen Afridi (c)
Haris Rauf
Zaman Khan
