By Zainab Shafiq 
Multan Sultans vs Peshawar Zalmi – Match 9, PSL 2025
Date: April 19, Saturday
Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
Time: 8:00 PM PST | 03:00 PM GMT | 08:00 PM LOCAL
PSL 2025 Match 9 Preview
The pressure is building as Multan Sultans take on Peshawar Zalmi in what’s expected to be a do-or-die clash for both sides in Match 9 of PSL 2025.
Multan Sultans, led by Mohammad Rizwan, find themselves in unfamiliar territory—fifth in the standings with two straight losses. Despite their strong lineup, they were outplayed by Islamabad United in the previous match. Rizwan and his team will be desperate to regroup and notch up their first win of the season.
Peshawar Zalmi, on the other hand, sit at the bottom of the table with back-to-back defeats. Their performances have been underwhelming so far, and a poor net run rate adds more pressure. Babar Azam will be banking on his top order to finally fire and spark a turnaround.
With both teams hungry for their first points of the season, this one promises to be a closely contested thriller under the Rawalpindi lights.
Pitch & Conditions – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
The Rawalpindi surface has gained a reputation for being a batting paradise, especially under lights. However, there is something in it for the pacers early on, and dew could play a role in the second innings.
- Average 1st Innings Score: 180+
- Chasing Team Advantage: High due to dew
- Conditions: Slightly overcast but no rain expected
Weather Forecast:
- Condition: Cloudy
- Temperature: 28.0°C
- Humidity: 42%
- Rain Threat: None
Probable Playing XIs
Multan Sultans:
Mohammad Rizwan (C), Usman Khan, Johnson Charles, Shai Hope, Kamran Ghulam, Iftikhar Ahmed, Michael Bracewell, David Willey, Chris Jordan, Usama Mir, Akif Javed
Peshawar Zalmi:
Mohammad Haris (wk), Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Babar Azam (C), Saim Ayub, Hussain Talat, Alzarri Joseph, Mohammad Ali, Sufyan Moqim, Ali Raza, George Linde, Mitchell Owen
PSL 2025 Match 9 Dream11 Tips
Wicketkeepers:
- Mohammad Rizwan (C)
- Mohammad Haris
Batters:
- Babar Azam (VC)
- Johnson Charles
- Tom Kohler-Cadmore
All-rounders:
- Iftikhar Ahmed
- Michael Bracewell
- George Linde
Bowlers:
- Chris Jordan
- Alzarri Joseph
- Usama Mir
Where to Watch MS vs PZ Live?
| Region/Country | TV Broadcast | Live Streaming Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | A Sports HD, PTV Sports HD | Tapmad, Tamasha, Daraz, MYCO, Begin |
| India | Sony Sports Network | Fancode |
| UK | Sky Sports, Geo News (Sky Channel 734) | MYCO |
| USA & Canada | Willow TV (via Sling TV) | Sling TV |
| Bangladesh | — | Tapmad, T Sports |
| South Africa | SuperSport | — |
| Sri Lanka | Sony Sports Network | — |
| Afghanistan | Sony Sports Network | — |
| MENA Region | — | MYCO |
| Rest of the World | — | Sports Central |