Islamabad United Crush Peshawar Zalmi by 102 Runs in Dominant PSL Display
Islamabad United showcased a dominant all-round performance to secure a resounding 102-run victory over Peshawar Zalmi in a one-sided Pakistan Super League (PSL) encounter. This emphatic win marked Islamabad’s second successive triumph of the season, while Zalmi endured their second straight defeat.
Farhan’s Heroics Lead to Massive Total
Opting to bat first, Islamabad posted a commanding total of 243 for 5 — the highest of the season so far. Sahibzada Farhan led the charge with a blistering innings of 106 runs off just 52 balls, combining power with finesse to anchor the batting effort. Supporting contributions from Colin Munro and Salman Ali Agha further solidified the onslaught.
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Zalmi Collapse Under Pressure
In response, Peshawar Zalmi struggled to build momentum and were bowled out for 141 runs. Islamabad’s disciplined bowling unit kept the pressure high, with eight Zalmi batters failing to reach double figures. The top and middle orders collapsed, leaving only Mohammad Haris to resist with a valiant 87-run knock.
United’s Bowling Attack Shines
Imad Wasim led the bowling attack with a three-wicket haul, while Shadab Khan and Ben Dwarshuis chipped in with two wickets each. Their combined effort ensured that Zalmi never came close to threatening the mammoth target.
Babar Azam Reflects on Defeat
Speaking after the match, Zalmi skipper Babar Azam admitted the team’s failure to execute their plans effectively.
“We were not able to implement our plans. When the target is big, sometimes pressure comes in. But there are still many matches left, and we will try to improve our performance,” Babar said.
Despite the heavy defeat, Babar remained hopeful for a turnaround in the upcoming matches, assuring fans that the team would address its issues and strive to bounce back stronger.
