Peshawar Zalmi Clinches Thrilling Win Against Karachi Kings, Secures Top-2 Playoff Spot
In a nail-biting encounter, Peshawar Zalmi edged past Karachi Kings by 2 runs, securing their spot in the top 2 playoffs with a dramatic last-ball victory.
Babar Azam showcased his prowess by notching up his 33rd fifty in the Pakistan Super League, scoring 51 runs off 46 balls. His innings also marked a significant milestone, crossing 25,000 runs in all forms of cricket.
Rovman Powell played a crucial supporting role, contributing 30 runs off 18 balls with a stellar strike rate of 166.67, aiding Zalmi in posting a competitive total of 147-6 on a challenging pitch.
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Shoaib Malik delivered an exceptional bowling performance, conceding only 20 runs in his allotted 4 overs on a pitch offering turn and bounce.
Arafat Minhas produced the most economical spell of this year’s PSL, finishing with figures of 1-11 in 4 overs, displaying precise spin and bounce.
Tim Seifert and James Vince provided a rapid start for Karachi Kings, with Vince forming a 61-run partnership with Seifert before falling in the 9th over after scoring 41 runs off 30 balls.
Saim and Mehran Mumtaz made valuable contributions with the ball, with Saim finishing with figures of 1-18 in 4 overs.
Naveen Ul Haq’s impactful spell turned the tide for Peshawar Zalmi, claiming crucial wickets of key batsmen like James Vince and Shoaib Malik while conceding just 22 runs in 4 overs.
Despite Irfan Khan Niazi’s valiant 40-run effort, Karachi Kings fell short in the final over, succumbing to defeat against Zalmi on their home turf.
Babar Azam earned the Man of the Match title for his outstanding innings.
