All-round Iftikhar Ahmed Wins Zalmi a Thriller in PSL

All-round Iftikhar Ahmed Wins Zalmi a Thriller in PSL

Peshawar Zalmi secured a thrilling last-ball victory over Hyderabad Kingsmen in the Pakistan Super League, thanks to an all-round performance from Iftikhar Ahmed.

The match was a nail-biter, with Zalmi needing 1 run to win from the last ball. Iftikhar Ahmed was the hero, hitting a straight six off the third last ball of the game to drag his side to a win they almost let slip through their fingers.

Kingsmen Struggle from the Outset

Kingsmen were in dire straits from the outset, losing the toss and struggling to build a strong partnership. Iftikhar Ahmed ran riot through the top order, taking four wickets, including three in his second over.

Despite a heroic effort from Kusal Perera, who scored a half-century, Kingsmen were bowled out for 145. Perera’s innings was the highlight of the Kingsmen’s batting, but it was not enough to save his team from a disappointing total.

Zalmi’s Unconvincing Chase

Zalmi’s chase was unconvincing, with Babar Azam anchoring the innings with a docile 43. However, the team struggled to build momentum, with wickets falling at regular intervals.

It was Iftikhar Ahmed who came to the rescue, hitting a last-over six to win the game for Zalmi. The win was a thrilling finish to a match that had been dominated by the bowlers.

Key Performances

• Iftikhar Ahmed: 4 wickets and a last-over six to win the game
• Kusal Perera: 58 runs for Kingsmen
• Babar Azam: 43 runs for Zalmi

The win keeps Zalmi undefeated in the PSL, while Kingsmen remain winless and pointless in their debut season.