Peshawar Zalmi Clinch Second PSL Title with Historic Victory Over Hyderabad Kingsmen

Peshawar Zalmi have been crowned champions of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) for the second time, securing a 5-wicket victory over the tournament debutants, Hyderabad Kingsmen, in a high-stakes final.

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Despite a shaky start in their pursuit of a modest 130-run target, Zalmi’s middle order rose to the occasion. A vital 85-run partnership between Aaron Hardie and Abdul Samad stabilized the innings, guiding the yellow storm to the trophy. Hardie remained unbeaten on 56, while Samad contributed a crucial 48 runs.

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Earlier, Zalmi’s captain won the toss and elected to field, a decision that paid off as they restricted the Kingsmen to a low total. While the Hyderabad Kingsmen’s inaugural season ended in heartbreak, their journey to the final remains a historic achievement for the franchise.