- April 22, 2025
KK vs PZ (Match – 11) – Highlights
The Kings fought their way to a fantastic 2-wicket victory over PZ in a tense PSL match played under the lights of Karachi, chasing 148 with three balls remaining. The night belonged to Khushdil Shah, whose calm 23* off 17 balls anchored a shaky finish after his brilliant 3/20 earlier rocked Zalmi’s lineup. With wickets tumbling at both ends, Khushdil’s composure was the difference. Despite Zalmi’s efforts to defend a modest 147/8, they were undone by missed chances and steady nerves. The Kings’ gritty effort, powered by their all-rounder’s heroics, snatched two crucial points in this PSL thriller.
Peshawar Zalmi posted 147/8 in their 20 overs, a total that felt slightly undercooked on a decent Karachi surface. Captain Babar Azam was the linchpin with a composed 46 off 41 balls, striking seven boundaries but struggling to accelerate. Mohammad Haris added a brisk 28, while late fireworks came from Alzarri Joseph, who smashed 24 off just 13 to push the total closer to respectability. Khushdil Shah’s crafty left-arm spin dismantled the middle order, claiming 3/20, including Babar and Owen’s crucial wickets. Abbas Afridi backed him up with three scalps of his own, ensuring Zalmi never found a commanding rhythm.
Bowling first, Mir Hamza set the tone with a miserly spell, conceding just 14 runs in four overs and nabbing Saim Ayub early. Abbas Afridi continued his wicket-taking form, finishing with 3/30 and effectively derailing the lower order. The standout, however, was Khushdil Shah, whose golden arm fetched 3/20 in a clever three-over burst. Though Hasan Ali and Aamer Jamal were a bit expensive, their aggressive lengths created pressure moments. Mohammad Nabi had a rough day, going for 28 in three, but the Kings still managed to control the innings flow.
Chasing a modest target of 148, Karachi Kings made hard work of the pursuit but eventually got over the line with just three balls to spare. David Warner anchored the innings with a composed 60 off 47, guiding the chase through early turbulence after Tim Seifert fell first ball. James Vince and Saad Baig got starts but couldn’t convert, while Irfan Khan’s sluggish knock added pressure. The lower order wobbled, but Khushdil Shah once again stepped up with a steady 23* under pressure. Hasan Ali’s quick cameo sealed the win, while Ali Raza’s double-strike briefly threatened to turn the game Zalmi’s way.
Peshawar Zalmi’s bowling effort showed moments of sharpness but lacked the killer instinct to defend 147. Luke Wood led from the front with an impressive 3/28, striking early to remove Seifert, Warner, and Vince, giving Zalmi a real opening. Arif Yaqoob bowled with control, conceding just 18 runs and picking up the key wicket of Nabi. Moreover, Ali Raza chipped in with two wickets but was slightly expensive, while Alzarri Joseph’s pace went for 36. Saim Ayub’s spin was tidy, yet ineffective. Hussain Talat’s brief, expensive spell closed a patchy bowling display.
Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi Scoreboard
Peshawar Zalmi – 147/8 (20.0)
Karachi Kings – 148/8 (19.3)
Result – Karachi Kings won by 2 wickets
Player of the match – Khushdil Shah
Khushdil Shah
KK vs PZ Playing XIs
Karachi Kings | David Warner (c), Tim Seifert (wk), Irfan Khan, Mohammad Nabi, James Vince, Hasan Ali, Saad Baig, Khushdil Shah, Aamer Jamal, Abbas Afridi, Mir Hamza |
Peshawar Zalmi | Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Haris (wk), Mitchell Owen, Abdul Samad, Saim Ayub, Luke Wood, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Arif Yaqoob, Ali Raza, Hussain Talat, Alzarri Joseph |
Disclaimer: These Match highlights reflect the author’s insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the points discussed and form their own conclusions.
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