In a high-octane Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024 encounter at the National Stadium in Karachi on Tuesday, March 12, a fiery exchange unfolded between Quetta Gladiators‘ batter Jason Roy and Multan Sultans‘ all-rounder Iftikhar Ahmed. The incident took place during Quetta’s chase of Multan’s formidable target of 186 runs.

Explosive start derails by David willey

The Quetta’ pursuit of the humongous target set by Multan commenced on a promising note, thanks to the explosive start by the openers Saud Shakeel and Roy. The duo set the stage ablaze in the initial two overs, amassing 18 runs without loss. However, the equilibrium was disrupted when David Willey, representing Multan, claimed the prized wicket of Roy in th?e third over.

Heated verbal exchange mars Quetta-Multan clash in PSL 2024

Willey’s delivery, a crafty length ball swinging towards the middle stump, eluded Roy’s bat and struck him squarely on the pad, resulting in an emphatic LBW decision by the umpire. As Willey exuberantly celebrated the dismissal, Roy, contemplating whether to opt for the Decision Review System (DRS), was met with unsavory words from Iftikhar during Multan’s celebratory huddle.

Jason Roy vs Iftikhar Ahmed

What ensued was a heated exchange between the English batter and the Pakistani all-rounder, causing a commotion on the field. Multan’s captain, Mohammad Rizwan, swiftly intervened, attempting to diffuse the escalating tension and guide Roy away from the confrontation. Meanwhile, other teammates sought to calm Iftikhar. Amidst this tumult, the critical DRS window for Roy’s LBW decision expired, leaving him unable to challenge the umpire’s call. Ultimately, Roy, having scored just three runs, had to make his way back to the pavilion.

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Quetta Gladiators’ struggle

The setback proved detrimental to Quetta as their batting lineup struggled against the opposition’s bowling prowess and was ultimately bundled out for a mere 106 runs in 15.5 overs, losing the contest by 80 runs. Omair Yousuf displayed resilience, contributing 37 runs and offering a semblance of resistance, while Khawaja Nafay‘s 16 off 14 balls was the second-highest score for the Gladiators.

Multan Sultans’ dominance

Earlier, opting to bat first, the Multan skipper, Rizwan, led from the front with an exemplary innings, contributing 69 runs off 47 deliveries. Rizwan’s calculated and commanding approach anchored the innings, providing a solid foundation for the team.

Johnson Charles, not to be outdone, played a scintillating knock. His blistering innings of 53 runs off 29 deliveries included a display of power-hitting and skill, putting the Quetta’s bowlers on the back foot. As the innings progressed, Iftikhar delivered a brilliant cameo towards the end, adding valuable runs to the total. His impactful 20 runs off eight deliveries injected momentum into the Multan’s innings, ensuring a challenging target for the opposition.

PSL playoff scenarios

With this win, Multan reclaimed their top spot in the PSL standings, setting the stage for a high-stakes encounter against Peshawar Zalmi in Qualifier 1 on Thursday, March 14. On the other side of the spectrum, Quetta, finishing in the fourth spot, now face a crucial battle against Islamabad United in Eliminator on Friday, March 15.

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Quetta Gladiators are set to square off against Multan Sultans in the 30th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024 on Tuesday. The contest is slated to be played at the? National Stadium in Karachi.

Previously, in the clash between the two sides, Multan emerged victorious by 13 runs.

PSL 2024, QUE vs MUL:

• Date and time: March 12; 09:00 am GMT/ 02:30 pm IST/ 02:00 pm local
• Venue: National Stadium, Karachi

National Stadium Pitch Report:

The National Stadium’s pitch is famous for its favourable conditions for batsmen, providing a steady pace and bounce that contribute to high-scoring matches. With an average first-innings score of 181, it’s clear that this venue allows batters plenty of chances to exhibit their abilities and accumulate runs.

QUE vs MUL Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeepers: Mohammad Rizwan, Usman Khan
• Batters: Jason Roy
• All-rounders: Chris Jordan, Saud Shakeel, Akeal Hosein, Iftikhar Ahmed
• Bowlers: David Willey, Usama Mir, Abrar Ahmad, Mohammad Ali

QUE vs MUL Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

• Choice 1: Usman Khan (c), Saud Shakeel (vc)
• Choice 2: Mohammad Rizwan (c), David Willey (vc)

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QUE vs MUL Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Moham??mad A?mir, Rilee Rossouw, Laurie Evans, Mohammad Shahzad

QUE vs MUL Dream11 Team for today’s match (Mar 12, 09:00 pm GMT):

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Squads:

Quetta Gladiators: Jason Roy, Saud Shakeel, Rilee Rossou?w (c), Khawaja Nafay, Laurie Evans (wk), Mohammad Wasim Jr, Omair Yousuf, Akeal Hosein, Mohammad Amir, Abrar Ahmed, Sohail Khan, Usman Qadir, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Bismillah Khan, Sherfane Rutherford, Mohammad Hasnain, Will Smeed, Sajjad Ali, Adil Naz, Usman Tariq

Multan Sultans: Yasir Khan, Mohammad Rizwan (c), Usman Khan (wk), Johnson Charles, Iftikhar Ahmed, Chris Jordan, Ta??yyab Tahir, ??David Willey, Usama Mir, Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Ali, Dawid Malan, Khushdil Shah, Aftab Ibrahim, Faisal Akram, Shahnawaz Dahani, Mohammad Shahzad, Ali Majid, Richard Ngarava

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