The cricketing heat rises in the Pakistan Super League as Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi (PSL 2025) Match 11 takes center stage at the National Stadium, Karachi, on Monday, April 21, 2025.
With both teams coming off contrasting momentum—Karachi looking to bounce back and Zalmi riding high after a record-breaking win—fans can expect a thrilling encounter. Here’s your complete guide to Dream11 picks, pitch insights, player form, and live match details.
📅 Match Details
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Match: Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi
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Match Number: 11
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Date: Monday, April 21, 2025
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Venue: National Stadium, Karachi
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Toss Time: 8:00 PM IST | 7:30 PM PKT
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Start Time: 8:30 PM IST | 8:00 PM PKT
🏟️ Pitch Report – National Stadium, Karachi
The Karachi surface is a dream for batters—flat, true bounce, and plenty of scoring opportunities. Fast bowlers may enjoy some swing early on, while spinners can turn the tide in the middle overs using off-cutters and variations.
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Average 1st Innings Score: ~168–180
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Chasing Advantage: Teams prefer chasing due to dew and consistent pitch conditions
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Recent Trend: Peshawar chased down 228 against Multan, while Karachi posted 128/7 in their last outing—suggesting big scores are possible with smart batting
📊 Team Form Snapshot
Karachi Kings
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Standing: 3rd on the table with 2 wins, 2 losses (NRR: -0.343)
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Last Match: Lost to Islamabad United by 6 wickets
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Key Concerns: Inconsistent batting, Warner’s lack of form
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Top Players:
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James Vince – 175 runs (form anchor)
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Hasan Ali – 10 wickets, striking early and late
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Tim Seifert – Reliable opening option
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Peshawar Zalmi
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Standing: On the lower half, but gained confidence with a 120-run win
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Last Match: Massive win over Multan Sultans
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Top Players:
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Mohammad Haris – Explosive top-order presence
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Saim Ayub – All-round impact with bat and occasional ball
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Babar Azam – Slightly out of form but always a threat
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🔥 Dream11 Fantasy Tips & Suggested Team
🧤 Wicketkeepers
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Mohammad Haris (PZ) – Can give you a powerplay burst
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Tim Seifert (KK) – Solid with the bat, consistent points
🏏 Batters
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Babar Azam (PZ) – Go-to captain for consistent runs
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James Vince (KK) – In red-hot form, dependable top-order batter
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Saim Ayub (PZ) – Aggressive stroke-maker and handy with the ball
🛠️ All-Rounders
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Khushdil Shah (KK) – Can rescue with bat and spin
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Aamer Jamal (KK) – Lower-order pinch-hitter, effective death bowler
🎯 Bowlers
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Hasan Ali (KK) – Key pacer, swing and seam specialist (VC pick)
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Arif Yaqoob (PZ) – Budget spinner, wicket potential in middle overs
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Luke Wood (PZ) – Pace weapon with death-over effectiveness
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Abbas Afridi (KK) – Another smart death-over option
⭐ Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
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Captain: Babar Azam (safe), James Vince (aggressive)
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Vice-Captain: Hasan Ali (early breakthrough artist), Mohammad Haris (powerplay smasher)
🧠 Fantasy Tips & Strategy
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Pitch Impact: Stack your top order with power-hitters; avoid slow starters
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Bowling Pick: Prioritize early swing bowlers & one spinner
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Form Focus: Haris, Vince, and Hasan Ali are must-haves
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Avoid: David Warner (still searching for form), Alzarri Joseph (inconsistent returns)
✅ Suggested Dream11 Team (Small League)
Wicketkeepers: Tim Seifert, Mohammad Haris
Batters: James Vince (VC), Babar Azam (C), Saim Ayub
All-Rounders: Khushdil Shah, Aamer Jamal
Bowlers: Hasan Ali, Luke Wood, Arif Yaqoob, Abbas Afridi
🏏 Probable Playing XIs
Karachi Kings:
Tim Seifert (wk), David Warner (c), James Vince, Shan Masood, Irfan Khan, Khushdil Shah, Aamer Jamal, Abbas Afridi, Hasan Ali, Adam Milne, Zahid Mahmood
Peshawar Zalmi:
Saim Ayub, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Haris (wk), Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Hussain Talat, Mitchell Owen, Abdul Samad, Luke Wood, Alzarri Joseph, Arif Yaqoob, Mohammad Ali
📺 Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
India:
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TV: Sony Sports Network
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Streaming: FanCode app and website
Pakistan:
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TV: PTV Sports, Geo Super
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Streaming: Tapmad, Tamasha
Global:
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USA/Canada: Willow TV
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UK: Sky Sports Cricket
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Middle East: Cricbuzz
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Bangladesh: Gazi TV
🔮 Match Prediction
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Toss Strategy: Chase preferred due to dew factor
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Key Battle: Babar Azam vs Hasan Ali – will set the tone early
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Likely Winner: Peshawar Zalmi holds a slight edge (60%) due to head-to-head dominance and momentum from their last win. But don’t count Karachi Kings out—they have the home advantage and Vince in form.
❓ FAQs – Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi (PSL 2025) Match 11
Q1. When is Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi Match 11 scheduled?
A: Monday, April 21, 2025, at 8:30 PM IST | 8:00 PM PKT.
Q2. What’s the venue for the match?
A: National Stadium, Karachi.
Q3. Who should I pick as Dream11 captain?
A: Babar Azam or James Vince are strong choices. Hasan Ali is a good VC pick.
Q4. Where can I watch the match live?
A: In India on Sony Sports Network & FanCode; in Pakistan on PTV Sports & Geo Super.
Q5. What kind of pitch is expected at Karachi?
A: Flat batting-friendly surface with consistent bounce and potential for high scores.