RAWALPINDI: Peshawar Zalmi delivered a commanding performance to defeat Multan Sultans by a massive 120 runs in their Pakistan Super League (PSL) clash at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Saturday. Opting to bat first after winning the toss, Zalmi overcame early setbacks to post a formidable total of 227/7, before their bowlers dismantled the Sultans’ lineup.
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Zalmi’s innings began shakily as openers Saim Ayub and captain Babar Azam fell cheaply, both dismissed for just 2 runs. However, Tom Kohler-Cadmore (52 runs) and Mohammad Haris (45 runs) steadied the innings with a crucial partnership. Abdul Samad then provided a fiery late surge, smashing 40 runs off 18 balls to propel Zalmi past 220. For Multan Sultans, Michael Bracewell and David Willey claimed two wickets each.
In response, Multan Sultans crumbled under pressure, bowled out for 107 in just 16.1 overs. Zalmi’s pace attack dominated, with an unnamed fast bowler grabbing four wickets, while spinner Arif Yaqoob took two. The Sultans’ batting lineup, led by captain Mohammad Rizwan, failed to counter Zalmi’s disciplined bowling.
The match, played under heightened security at the packed Rawalpindi venue, showcased Zalmi’s all-round strength, boosting their position in the PSL standings. Fans witnessed a thrilling contest marked by explosive batting and clinical bowling.
