Lahore, May 2, 2025 – Peshawar Zalmi delivered a clinical performance to defeat Islamabad United by a comprehensive margin in match 22 of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 10, held at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
The match, highly anticipated by fans across Islamabad and Peshawar, showcased a clear edge for Zalmi in both bowling and batting departments.
Islamabad United won the toss and opted to bat first but failed to post a competitive total, managing only 143 runs for the loss of nine wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Shabizada Farhan top-scored for Islamabad United with a cautious 36 runs off 35 deliveries, while Ben Dwarshuis added quickfire runs with a brisk 33 off just 17 balls, offering brief resistance.
Peshawar Zalmi’s bowlers executed a disciplined plan, with Mohammad Ali emerging as the pick of the bowlers, taking 3 wickets for just 26 runs in his four overs. The Zalmi attack kept United’s middle order in check, never allowing them to build momentum.
In response, Peshawar Zalmi chased the 144-run target with authority, reaching it in just 16.4 overs and with six wickets in hand. Young Maaz Sadaqat impressed with a dynamic 55 off 33 balls, while skipper Babar Azam anchored the innings with a responsible 53 off 49 balls. Their steady partnership laid the foundation for Zalmi’s dominant victory over Islamabad United.
The bowling effort by Islamabad United was a mixed bag. Kyle Mayers, Ben Dwarshuis, Naseem Shah, and Riley Meredith each claimed a wicket, but they failed to apply sustained pressure on the Zalmi batters.
This emphatic win boosts Peshawar Zalmi’s chances of qualifying for the playoffs and strengthens their standing in the tournament. Meanwhile, Islamabad United faces increasing pressure to recover in the remaining fixtures.
As PSL 10 heats up, fans from Peshawar and Islamabad alike eagerly await the next chapter in this intense rivalry between Zalmi and United.