The 6th game of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 9 witnessed the memorable victory of Karachi Kings over Peshawar Zalmi which was played at Gaddafi stadium, Lahore on February 21, 2024. The match showed extraordinary performances by both teams, and Karachi Kings ended up as the winner, and the 19 balls were still left to secure their victory. Let’s take a closer look at these scenarios and scorecards both batting bowling to analyze the main moments of this exciting match.
Karachi Kings Won Key Takeaways
| Match Details | Peshawar Zalmi | Karachi Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Lahore, Pakistan | Lahore, Pakistan |
| Date | February 21, 2024 | February 21, 2024 |
| Tournament | Pakistan Super League (PSL) 9 | Pakistan Super League (PSL) 9 |
| Result | Karachi Kings won by 7 wickets | |
| (with 19 balls remaining) | ||
| Peshawar Zalmi Batting Stats | ||
| Top Scorer | Babar Azam (72 runs) | |
| Total Runs Scored | 154 runs | |
| Karachi Kings Bowling Stats | ||
| Top Wicket-taker | Mir Hamza (3 wickets) | |
| Karachi Kings Batting Stats | ||
| Top Scorers | James Vince (38 runs) | Kieron Pollard (49 runs) |
| Total Runs Scored | 157/3 |
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Peshawar Zalmi’s Innings Analysis
Batting Performance
- Babar Azam Shines: Babar Azam, the captain of Peshawar Zalmi, showcased an impressive performance with the bat, scoring 72 runs off 51 balls.
- Support from Powell and Asif: Rovman Powell and Asif Ali contributed significantly with their brisk knocks, scoring 39 and 23 runs respectively.
Bowling Performance
- Mir Hamza’s Brilliance: Mir Hamza led the bowling attack for Karachi Kings, claiming three crucial wickets and conceding 28 runs in his spell of 4 overs.
- Economic Spells: Daniel Sams and Hasan Ali also put up economical performances, restricting the opposition’s scoring rate.
Karachi Kings’ Chase
Batting Highlights
- James Vince’s Stability: James Vince played a pivotal role in anchoring the innings for Karachi Kings, remaining unbeaten with a well-compiled 38 runs.
- Explosive Finish: Kieron Pollard provided the finishing touches with a blazing innings, smashing 49 runs off just 21 deliveries.
Bowling Efforts
- Luke Wood Strikes Early: Luke Wood made early breakthroughs for Karachi Kings, scalping two wickets and putting pressure on the opposition.
- Controlled Bowling: Waqar Salamkheil and Mohammad Zeeshan contributed with disciplined bowling efforts, ensuring the opposition couldn’t build partnerships.
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Batting Scorecard:
| Peshawar Zalmi | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Babar Azam (c) | 72 | 51 | 7 | 1 | 141.17 |
| Rovman Powell | 39 | 25 | 3 | 2 | 156.00 |
| Asif Ali | 23 | 16 | 1 | 1 | 143.75 |
| Mohammad Haris (†) | 6 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 85.71 |
| Tom Kohler-Cadmore | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.66 |
Bowling Scorecard:
| Karachi Kings | O | M | R | W | ECON |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mir Hamza | 4 | 0 | 28 | 3 | 7.00 |
| Daniel Sams | 4 | 0 | 28 | 2 | 7.00 |
| Hasan Ali | 3.5 | 0 | 30 | 3 | 7.82 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 3 | 0 | 29 | 1 | 9.66 |
| Shoaib Malik | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 3.00 |
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Karachi Kings Chase:
| Karachi Kings | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kieron Pollard | 49* | 21 | 4 | 4 | 233.33 |
| James Vince | 38* | 30 | 3 | 1 | 126.66 |
| Muhammad Akhlaq | 24 | 13 | 3 | 2 | 184.61 |
| Shoaib Malik | 29 | 29 | 1 | 1 | 100.00 |
| Shan Masood (c) | 12 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 120.00 |
Conclusion
The largest win in the history of the PSL was posted by the powerful performance of Karachi Kings who outclassed their opponents POZ to emerge as winners of the 6th match of the tournament. Well played by Babar Azam, the Zalmi captain, and praised Mir Hamza for bowling, and a team effort by Karachi Kings had been an important factor in the Kings’ success. James Vince and Kieron Pollard hit the ball well, then bowling well took them to the final victory over Karachi Kings’ opponent.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who was the top scorer for Peshawar Zalmi?
Babar Azam emerged as the top scorer for Peshawar Zalmi with 72 runs.
2. Which bowler took the most wickets for Karachi Kings?
Mir Hamza was the most successful bowler for Karachi Kings, claiming three crucial wickets.
3. Who played a stabilizing role in Karachi Kings’ innings?
James Vince played a stabilizing role for Karachi Kings, remaining unbeaten with 38 runs.
4. How many runs did Kieron Pollard score for Karachi Kings?
Kieron Pollard scored an explosive 49 runs for Karachi Kings.
5. Which bowler made early breakthroughs for Karachi Kings?
Luke Wood made early breakthroughs for Karachi Kings, taking two important wickets.