TN Media News | Karachi, Pakistan: Karachi Kings edged past Peshawar Zalmi by two wickets in a thrilling Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 10 encounter at National Bank Stadium. This victory marks Karachi’s third win, moving them up to second place on the points table.
Chasing a tricky target of 148, David Warner’s composed 60 off 47 balls anchored the Kings’ innings. Despite regular wickets, Khushdil Shah’s unbeaten 23 off 17, capped by a boundary in the final over, sealed the win.
Peshawar Zalmi posted 147/8 after electing to bat first. Captain Babar Azam’s steady 46 and Mohammad Haris’s quick 28 were overshadowed by a middle-order collapse triggered by Khushdil Shah (3/22) and Abbas Afridi (3/29). Luke Wood’s early strike of Tim Seifert and three wickets further strengthened Zalmi’s bowling effort.
Karachi’s bowlers maintained pressure throughout, with Aamer Jamal and Mir Hamza picking key wickets, particularly in the death overs.
With 6 points from 5 matches, Karachi Kings now sit second, surpassing Lahore Qalandars. Peshawar Zalmi remains fourth with 4 points.
The next PSL 10 fixture features Multan Sultans vs. Lahore Qalandars, both eager to gain momentum in the tournament’s crucial phase.
