Karachi Kings have qualified for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 playoffs after a strong 23-run win against Peshawar Zalmi. Despite a brilliant knock of 94 runs by Zalmi captain Babar Azam, his team could not chase down the huge target of 238 runs.
Karachi Kings Set a Big Total
After being put in to bat, Karachi Kings posted 237/4 in 20 overs. The innings was powered by a massive 162-run partnership between David Warner and James Vince.
- David Warner scored 86 runs from 50 balls, hitting 11 fours and 2 sixes.
- James Vince added a quick 72 off 42 deliveries.
Zalmi Fight Back But Fall Short
Peshawar Zalmi started their chase well. Mohammad Haris and Saim Ayub shared a 30-run opening stand. Later, Ayub and Babar Azam built a 77-run partnership.
Babar Azam played a captain’s knock with 94 runs off 49 balls, but Zalmi couldn't keep up with the run rate. They finished at 214/5.
Karachi's Bowlers Deliver Under Pressure
- Abbas Afridi took two key wickets.
- Hasan Ali and Mir Hamza also took crucial wickets to slow Zalmi's momentum.
What This Win Means
With this victory, Karachi Kings have now joined Islamabad United in the PSL 10 playoffs. The win puts them in a strong position as the league stage nears its end.
Match Background
The match, held at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, was Match 27 of PSL 10. Peshawar Zalmi won the toss and chose to bowl first. Both teams had won three of their last five games coming into this match.
- Peshawar Zalmi were fifth on the table with 8 points from 8 matches.
- Karachi Kings were second with 10 points from 8 matches.
Playing XIs
Peshawar Zalmi: Mohammad Haris, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam (c), Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Hussain Talat, Max Bryant, Maaz Sadaqat, Luke Wood, Ahmed Daniyal, Arif Yaqoob, Ali Raza
Karachi Kings: David Warner (c), Ben McDermott, James Vince, Saad Baig, Khushdil Shah, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Mohammad Nabi, Aamir Jamal, Abbas Afridi, Hasan Ali, Mir Hamza
Head-to-Head Record
Peshawar Zalmi lead the rivalry with 15 wins out of 21 matches against Karachi Kings, who have only 6 victories.
Today’s win was crucial for Karachi Kings to secure their playoff position, while Zalmi now face added pressure to win their remaining games to keep their playoff hopes alive.
