Lahore: Peshawar Zalmi began their Pakistan Super League campaign with a thrilling five-wicket victory over Rawalpindi at Gaddafi Stadium.Chasing 215, Zalmi reached 216/5 on the first ball of the final over. Mohammad Haris (47 off 28) and Babar Azam (39) gave a strong start, while Kusal Mendis (31) kept the momentum going.
The chase was powered by a late surge from Abdul Samad, who smashed 33 off 11 balls, and Michael Bracewell (35 off 17). Aamir Jamal sealed the win with an unbeaten 17 off five balls.Earlier, Yasir Khan led Rawalpindi with 83 off 46, sharing a 125-run opening stand with Mohammad Rizwan (41).
Late contributions pushed the total to 214/4.Ali Raza was the pick of the bowlers with 2/42.Zalmi’s successful chase highlights their strong batting depth early in the tournament.
