🏏 PSL 2026 Semifinal (Qualifier) – Full Match Update
Peshawar Zalmi vs Islamabad United | 28 April 2026
📍 Match Details
Match: Qualifier (Semifinal) – PSL 2026
Date: 28 April 2026
Venue: National Stadium Karachi
Toss: Islamabad United won, chose to bowl
🔥 Match Summary
Peshawar Zalmi defeated Islamabad United by 70 runs to qualify for the PSL 2026 Final. �
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Peshawar Zalmi: 221/7 (20 overs)
Islamabad United: 151 all out (18.4 overs) �
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This dominant victory secured Zalmi a direct spot in the final scheduled for 3 May 2026. �
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💥 Key Performances
⭐ Babar Azam (Match Hero)
103 runs (59 balls)
12 fours, 4 sixes
Led from the front with a captain’s knock
👉 His century completely changed the game and powered Zalmi to a massive total. �
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🔥 Other Zalmi Contributions
Mohammad Haris: 35 (16) – explosive start
Kusal Mendis: 41 (26) – strong middle overs
Aaron Hardie: 20 (10) – late acceleration �
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🎯 Islamabad United Struggles
Chasing 222, Islamabad collapsed under pressure
Bowled out for just 151 runs
Could not handle Zalmi’s bowling attack and scoreboard pressure �
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📊 Match Turning Points
Babar Azam’s century set a huge total
Early wickets in powerplay crushed Islamabad’s chase
Zalmi’s bowlers maintained tight pressure throughout
🏆 What This Means
Peshawar Zalmi → Qualified for PSL 2026 Final
Islamabad United → Moves to Eliminator route
Zalmi reached final after a long gap, showing dominant form this season �
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