KK vs PZ Match Analysis
The 27th match of the Pakistan Super League 2025 will be played between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi at the Pindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi. The clash is scheduled for May 17 and is expected to be a high-scoring encounter under lights.
Karachi Kings have shown glimpses of brilliance this season with a well-rounded side that includes international stars and young talent. Their top order has been consistent, and their lower middle order has provided the finishing touch in crucial moments.
Peshawar Zalmi prides themselves on being a side that bats aggressively and bowls reliably. With Babar Azam named man-of-the-match, Zalmi has found the winning combination with the right mix of experience and youth.
Karachi Kings vs. Peshawar Zalmi Team Preview & Squads
Karachi Kings
David Warner, the captain of Karachi Kings, brings immense experience and flair to the squad. Known for his aggressive batting and tactical mindset, Warner’s leadership has added stability to the team’s approach.
Karachi Kings possess a formidable batting lineup featuring David Warner, James Vince, and Shan Masood. Tim Seifert adds firepower in the middle, while Khushdil Shah and Mohammad Nabi provide late-innings muscle.
The Kings have a diverse bowling attack led by Hasan Ali and Abbas Afridi, both capable of swinging the ball and picking up wickets. Zahid Mahmood’s spin offers variety in the middle overs, while Mir Hamza provides control in the powerplay. Aamer Jamal and Muhammad Riazullah offer extra pace options.
The Kings aced the chase in Lahore, bending the DLS method to their will and leaving the Qalandars in the dust. Lahore went on to score 160/8 in 15 overs while chasing a revised target of 168 runs. The Kings finished their task of chasing a revised target of 168/6 in 14.3 overs to win by 4 wickets with 3 balls remaining.
Karachi Kings Squad

Mohammad Nabi, David Warner (Captain), Shan Masood, James Vince, Zahid Mahmood, Mir Hamza, Tim Seifert (Wk), Hasan Ali, Khushdil Shah, Aamer Jamal, Omair Yousuf, Abbas Afridi, Irfan Khan, Arafat Minhas, Saad Baig, Muhammad Riazullah, Fawad Ali.
Peshawar Zalmi
Babar Azam leads Peshawar Zalmi with calmness and precision, continuing his role as the anchor and top performer. His consistency at the top provides Zalmi a solid foundation for every game.
Zalmi’s top order is a powder keg—Babar’s class, Saim’s chaos, and Kohler-Cadmore’s crunch, all set to detonate. Their middle order has the energy of Mohammad Haris and Abdul Samad both of whom could turn the game on its head using their power hitting and Max Bryant is at least as likely to enter the fray.
Peshawar’s bowling could be a mix of raw pace and canny spin, where Alzarri Joseph and Luke Wood both possess international pace experience as part of their pace bowling options. On the spin side, Peshawar’s pairing of Arif Yaqoob and Mehran Mumtaz possesses enough spin variation to provide at least a modicum of control.
Peshawar Zalmi last matched against Multan Sultans in March 26 at the Multan Cricket Stadium and produced a dominant display, bowling the Sultans out for 108 runs, before chasing them down with ease to reach 110/3 in just 13 overs, winning by 7 wickets with 42-balls left in the innings, a clinical display that also demonstrates Zalmi’s confidence growing.
Peshawar Zalmi Squad
Babar Azam (C), Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Luke Wood, Hussain Talat, Alzarri Joseph, Abdul Samad, Mehran Mumtaz, Max Bryant, Mohammad Ali, Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris (Wk), Mitchell Owen, Maaz Sadaqat, Ahmed Daniyal, Sufiyan Muqeem, Ali Raza, Arif Yaqoob.
KK vs PZ Match Details |
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Match | Karachi Kings vs. Peshawar Zalmi | 27th Match | Pakistan Super League 2025 | |
Date | 17/05/2025 (Saturday) | |
Time | 09:00 PM (BDT) / 08:00 PM GMT / 08:30 PM (INR) | |
Format | T20 | |
Venue | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium | |
Recent performance | Karachi Kings – L W L W W | Peshawar Zalmi – L W L W W |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Streaming Score on BjSports |
KK vs PZ Outfield Report
The Rawalpindi pitch is known for its batting-friendly surface with even bounce and minimal turn. It often favors stroke play, making it a high-scoring venue, especially in night games. Seamers may find some movement early on, but spinners will have to rely on variation.
The weather forecast for May 17 at Rawalpindi is clear with no chances of rain. The temperature is expected to hover around 28°C during the match, with mild humidity and a gentle breeze. These conditions are ideal for both batting and bowling.
Historically, the Rawalpindi pitch has seen first-innings scores ranging between 180 to 200 in PSL matches. Teams chasing have a slight advantage under lights due to dew and consistent bounce. A par score while batting first would be around 190, while anything under 170 may be tough to defend.
Karachi Kings vs. Peshawar Zalmi Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
In their last five PSL encounters, Peshawar Zalmi edged out Karachi Kings with 3 wins to Kings’ 2.
KK vs PZ Prediction
Event | Karachi Kings | Peshawar Zalmi |
Toss Winner | Karachi Kings | – |
Player of the Match | Irfan Khan | – |
Top Run Scorer | Irfan Khan | Saim Ayub |
Top Wicket Taker | Abbas Afridi | Luke Wood |
Most Sixes | Irfan Khan | Saim Ayub |
Predicted Score | 180+ | 170+ |
Win Probability | 56% | 44% |
According to cricket analysts, Karachi Kings have a 56% chance of Winning.
Disclaimer: The 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.