Peshawar Zalmi delivered a dominant performance to defeat Lahore Qalandars by 76 runs in the PSL XI match. The result matters as it highlights Lahore’s continued batting struggles in the tournament. The loss further impacts their position and confidence in the ongoing league.
Peshawar Zalmi posted 173 for 7 after batting first in Karachi. Kusal Mendis scored 74 runs, while captain Babar Azam added 43 runs. Moreover, Lahore bowlers Shaheen Afridi and Mustafizur Rahman took key wickets.
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In response, Lahore Qalandars collapsed under pressure and were bowled out for 97 runs in 17 overs. Fakhar Zaman and Abdullah Shafique contributed 21 runs each, while Wella Lage scored 20 runs. However, the batting lineup failed to build partnerships.
Zalmi bowlers dominated the chase, with Michael Bracewell and Sufiyan Muqeem taking three wickets each. Furthermore, the consistent bowling pressure prevented Lahore from recovering at any stage. Therefore, Zalmi maintained full control throughout the match.
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Overall, this marks another disappointing result for Lahore Qalandars in Karachi. The team has now suffered consecutive low-scoring defeats at the venue. Analysts say batting inconsistency remains a major concern for the side.