Pakistan Super League (PSL) ⇒ Karachi Kings Beat Peshawar Zalmi By 2 Wickets

[Em Vicky Khan]

Karachi Kings clinched a nail-biting two-wicket victory over Peshawar Zalmi in a crucial Pakistan Super League Season 10 match at the National Stadium.

Chasing a target of 148 runs set by Zalmi, the Kings reached the finish line in the final over, keeping their playoff hopes alive. Skipper David Warner led from the front with a brilliant 60-run knock, anchoring the chase amidst falling wickets.

Khushdil Shah played a decisive role with a match-winning unbeaten 23, steering his side home under pressure. Mohammad Nabi scored 14, while Irfan Khan Niazi added 10 runs before being dismissed.

In the bowling department, Luke Wood starred for Zalmi with three wickets, and Ali Raza chipped in with two crucial scalps.

Earlier, Peshawar Zalmi posted 148 runs on the board. Captain Babar Azam top-scored with a composed 46, supported by Mohammad Haris, Alzarri Joseph, and Hussain Talat.

For Karachi, Khushdil Shah and Abbas Afridi were the pick of the bowlers, claiming three wickets each and restricting Zalmi to a modest total.

The match showcased the fierce competition and intensity PSL is known for, with Karachi Kings emerging victorious in a thrilling contest.