Peshawar Zalmi Defeats Multan Sultans, Maintains Playoff Hopes

Peshawar Zalmi kept their Pakistan Super League playoff hopes alive with a resounding seven-wicket victory over Multan Sultans, dismissing their opponents for just 108 runs thanks to a collective bowling effort led by Ahmed Daniyal, Maaz Sadaqat, and Luke Wood. Saim Ayub rediscovered his batting form by scoring 49, guiding Zalmi to the target with 42 balls to spare, despite captain Babar Azam's continued struggles with the bat. Multan Sultans' batting woes persisted, as none of their players managed to convert starts into significant scores, leading to another collapse. This win positions Zalmi close to the playoff spots, with crucial matches remaining to secure qualification. The result underscores both Zalmi's improving form under pressure and Multan Sultans' disappointing season. The match featured strong performances from Zalmi's bowlers and a decisive partnership in the run chase, keeping the team's postseason ambitions intact.