In the Pakistan Super League-8, Islamabad United will play against Peshawar Zalmi in the first eliminator match today at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium.

Today’s fixture is a do-or-die game for both sides as the winner will advance to the second eliminator, slated to be played tomorrow Friday, March 17. The shadab-led side qualified for the playoffs after clinching the third spot.

Yellow Storm Zalmi, on the other hand, is one spot below United and squatting at a fourth place to reach the Eliminator. Zalmi and United last locked horns on March 12 which was bagged by Babar Azam led side by 13 runs.

Peshawar Zalmi and Islamabad United’s head-to-head record stands tied at 10-10. The two teams have met in 20 matches so far in the Pakistan Super League and have beaten each other 10 times.

United remain in command in their recent clashes against Zalmi as the franchise defeated the other side thrice in five games.