PES vs MUL PSL 2025 Match Preview: Team Analysis, Key Players & Predictions

PES vs MUL Match Preview, PSL 2025: Peshawar Zalmi (PES) will take on Multan Sultans (MUL) in Match 9 of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Saturday, April 19.

Both teams are coming off heavy defeats to Islamabad United in their previous outings and will look to bounce back. While Multan Sultans lost by 47 runs, Peshawar Zalmi suffered a massive 102-run loss. With early losses on the board, both sides are in search of crucial momentum.

Here’s a complete match preview, including team analysis, key players, pitch conditions, and weather updates.

PES vs MUL Match 9 Details PSL 2025

PES vs MUL Match Preview, PSL 2025 – Match 9

Peshawar Zalmi (PES) Preview

Peshawar Zalmi currently find themselves at the bottom of the points table after a heavy defeat against Islamabad United. Their top order failed to click, and their bowling struggled to contain runs. However, they will bank on the experience of Babar Azam and the firepower of Mohammad Haris to script a turnaround.

Strengths & Concerns:

• Top Order Experience: Babar Azam and Saim Ayub are dependable.

• Haris’ Form: Has shown promise at the top.

• Bowling Depth Needed: Alzarri Joseph and Mohammad Ali must lead the attack.

• Lower Order Struggles: Finishing remains a concern.

PES Predicted Playing XI:

Babar Azam (c), Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris, Tom Kohler-Cadmore (wk), G Linde, Mitchell Owen, Hussain Talat, Alzarri Joseph, Sufiyan Muqeem, Mohammad Ali, Ali Raza

Multan Sultans (MUL) Preview

Multan Sultans also suffered a big defeat in their last match and are currently placed fifth on the table. The form of Mohammad Rizwan remains a big positive, while the likes of Abbas Afridi and Chris Jordan hold the key in the bowling department.

Strengths & Concerns:

• Rizwan’s Consistency: Leading from the front with the bat.

• All-Round Options: Bracewell and Jordan provide depth.

• Bowling Promise: Abbas Afridi and Hasnain can be impactful.

• Middle Order Uncertainty: Needs more stability after the top three.

MUL Predicted Playing XI:

Mohammad Rizwan (c/wk), Usman Khan, Shai Hope, Kamran Ghulam, Michael Bracewell, Iftikhar Ahmed, Chris Jordan, Usama Mir, David Willey, Ubaid Shah, Mohammad Hasnain

Also Read – PES vs MUL Head-to-Head Record – PSL 2025  

PES vs MUL Pitch & Weather Report – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

The Rawalpindi surface has traditionally supported batters with high-scoring contests. Expect a flat pitch and short boundaries to make run-making easier.

Weather Report:

• Clear skies throughout the evening

• Temperature: 29°C

• No rain expected

Match Prediction – Who Will Win PES vs MUL?

Prediction: Multan Sultans to win

Multan Sultans are better placed to grab a win with the form of Mohammad Rizwan, the balance provided by Michael Bracewell and the impact of Abbas Afridi with the ball. Zalmi’s bowling inconsistency might hurt them again.

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