Zalmi edge spirited Kingsmen by four wickets in PSL thriller

Peshawar Zalmi defeated Hyderabad Kingsmen by four wickets in a thrilling HBL Pakistan Super League match at Karachi's National Bank Stadium on Wednesday night. The Kingsmen, defending a modest total of 145, showcased remarkable energy and discipline on the field, despite a largely vacant stadium backdrop caused by government austerity and ongoing renovations. Zalmi, initially cruising, faced a dramatic slowdown engineered by Kingsmen bowlers in the death overs, which reduced the equation to 15 runs off the final six balls. However, experienced all-rounder Iftikhar Ahmed held his nerve, hitting a crucial four and a towering six to seal the nerve-racking victory. Calm singles then confirmed Zalmi's win, leaving the spirited Kingsmen still searching for their first tournament win.