Lahore Qalandars Seal Playoff Spot with Commanding Win Over Peshawar Zalmi in PSL 2025
Lahore Qalandars booked their place in the PSL 2025 playoffs with a dominant 26-run victory over Peshawar Zalmi in a rain-shortened 13-over knockout clash in Rawalpindi. The result lifts Lahore to third in the points table, ensuring their progression to the next stage.
Fakhar, Asif Shine with the Bat
Batting first in challenging conditions, Lahore posted an imposing 149/8. Fakhar Zaman led the charge with a quickfire 60, while Asif Ali provided late fireworks to boost the total. Despite the shortened format, Lahore’s aggressive approach paid off handsomely.
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Salman Mirza Stars with the Ball
Salman Mirza delivered a match-winning performance with the ball, taking 4 wickets for 31 runs in just three overs. His spell included key dismissals of Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris, and Max Bryant—dismantling Zalmi’s top order.
Zalmi Falter Despite Late Resistance
In response, Peshawar Zalmi struggled to build momentum. Babar Azam showed glimpses of form but fell to Sikandar Raza at a critical moment. Daniel Sams (26* off 14) and Ahmed Daniyal (24 off 14) offered late resistance, but the early damage was irreversible.
Points Table Update (After Match 29):
| Position | Team | M | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quetta Gladiators | 10 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 15 | 1.393 | Qualified (Q) |
| 2 | Karachi Kings | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 12 | 0.514 | Qualified (Q) |
| 3 | Lahore Qalandars | 10 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 11 | 1.036 | Qualified (Q) |
| 4 | Islamabad United | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 10 | -0.044 | Qualified (Q) |
| 5 | Peshawar Zalmi | 10 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 8 | -0.293 | Eliminated |
| 6 | Multan Sultans | 10 | 1 | 9 | 0 | 2 | -2.449 | Eliminated |
With 11 points from the group stage (5 wins, 4 losses, 1 no result), Lahore Qalandars edge past Islamabad into third place. Peshawar Zalmi, meanwhile, exit the tournament with 8 points in what has been a disappointing finish.
Next Up: Karachi Kings vs Islamabad United
The final group-stage fixture between Karachi Kings and Islamabad United in Rawalpindi will now determine the final standings among the top four, as the PSL 2025 playoffs approach.
