National ( The cow news digital ) In an exciting encounter of HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11, Lahore Qalandars secured a convincing 32-run victory over Rawalpindi, effectively ending their opponent’s hopes of reaching the playoffs.
The match was played at the National Bank Cricket Stadium in Karachi, where Lahore Qalandars delivered a strong all-round performance to dominate the contest from the outset.
Batting first after winning the toss, Lahore Qalandars posted an impressive total of 210 runs for the loss of 4 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. The innings was anchored by a brilliant performance from Fakhar Zaman, who scored 84 runs off 54 deliveries, playing a key role in setting a challenging target.
He was well supported by Muhammad Farooq, who contributed a solid 63 runs from 41 balls, helping Lahore build a strong platform in the middle overs. Their partnership proved decisive in pushing the team’s total beyond the 200-run mark.
For Rawalpindi, Muhammad Amir and Razaullah picked up two wickets each, but they struggled to contain the flow of runs during the death overs.
Chasing 211 for victory, Rawalpindi faced early setbacks as wickets fell at regular intervals, putting pressure on the middle order. Despite a fighting effort from Yasir Khan, who scored 58 runs off 29 balls, and Saad Masood, who added 54 runs from 26 deliveries, the team could not maintain momentum.
Rawalpindi ultimately finished their innings at 178 for 9 in 20 overs, falling short by 32 runs.
Lahore’s bowling attack played a crucial role in defending the target. Haris Rauf led the charge with three wickets, while Shaheen Afridi and Usama Mir claimed two wickets each, applying consistent pressure throughout the innings.
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The result not only strengthened Lahore Qalandars’ position in the tournament but also eliminated Rawalpindi from playoff contention, marking a significant turning point in the PSL 11 standings.
With this victory, Lahore Qalandars continue their strong campaign in the league, showcasing both batting depth and bowling discipline as they move closer to the knockout stages of the competition.
