LAHORE – The PSL X playoff race is officially over – and it ended with a bang. Lahore Qalandars stormed into the final four, sending Peshawar Zalmi packing in a rain-hit, drama-filled showdown in Rawalpindi.
The 29th match had everything – strong winds, delayed start, reduced overs, and ultimate heartbreak for Babar Azam’s squad. After winning the toss, Zalmi chose to chase, but Lahore came out swinging, smashing 149/8 in just 13 overs.
Zalmi tried to fight back but couldn’t keep up. They ended at 123/8, falling short by 26 runs. And just like that, their playoff dream was over.
History Made – But Not in a Good Way for Zalmi
For the first time ever, Peshawar Zalmi missed out on a PSL playoff spot. Multan Sultans had already been shown the exit earlier, making this the most unexpected ending yet.
Final Four Locked: Who’s In?
- Quetta Gladiators – 15 points
- Karachi Kings – 12 points
- Lahore Qalandars – 11 points
- Islamabad United – 10 points
Zalmi also finished with 10 points, but a weak net run rate knocked them out. Multan Sultans? Dead last with just 2 points. Yikes.
One More to Go!
The final league clash – Kings vs United – drops Monday and will set the stage for the playoff face-offs. Grab your popcorn. It’s only getting wilder from here.