Peshawar Zalmi delivered a dominant performance in PSL 11, crushing Quetta Gladiators with a huge win at Karachi’s National Bank Stadium. According to Beyond Time News, the match was a complete showcase of Zalmi’s strength, with their batters setting up a massive total and the bowlers finishing the job in style.
Zalmi Set the Stage with a Huge Total
After being asked to bat first, Peshawar Zalmi took full control of the game and piled up an impressive 255/3 in their 20 overs. The innings was driven by a remarkable partnership that left the opposition struggling to keep up.
Captain Babar Azam led from the front with a brilliant unbeaten century, scoring 100 runs off just 52 balls. His innings was a perfect mix of elegance and controlled aggression, keeping the scoreboard ticking throughout.
He found strong support in Kusal Mendis, who played an explosive knock of 83 runs from 44 balls. Together, they built a crucial 135-run partnership that laid the foundation for a massive total.
Towards the end, Aaron Hardie added quick runs, smashing 26 off just 10 balls to give Zalmi a powerful finish.
Quetta Gladiators Fail to Keep Up
Chasing a challenging target of 256, Quetta Gladiators struggled right from the start and never managed to build momentum. According to Beyond Time News, consistent pressure from Zalmi’s bowlers kept them on the back foot.
The Gladiators were eventually bowled out for 137 in 18.1 overs. Bevon Jacobs tried to fight back with 34 runs, while Shamyl Hussain added 21. However, frequent wickets prevented any solid partnerships from forming.
Captain Saud Shakeel also couldn’t make a big impact, scoring just 12 runs as the required run rate kept climbing.
Zalmi’s Bowlers Seal the Win
Peshawar Zalmi’s bowling attack played a key role in securing the victory. The bowlers remained disciplined and aggressive, not allowing the Gladiators any chance to recover.
Mohammad Basit and Ali Raza led the charge with three wickets each, putting the batting side under constant pressure. Aaron Hardie contributed with two wickets, while Sufiyan Muqeem and Michael Bracewell picked up one wicket each to wrap up the innings quickly.
Match Summary and Final Result
- Peshawar Zalmi: 255/3 (20 overs)
- Quetta Gladiators: 137 all out (18.1 overs)
- Result: Peshawar Zalmi won by 118 runs
- Player of the Match: Babar Azam (100* runs)
According to Beyond Time News, this convincing 118-run victory highlights Peshawar Zalmi’s strong form in PSL 11. With a powerful batting lineup and a balanced bowling attack, the team has firmly positioned itself as a serious contender in the tournament.
