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As the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 reaches its peak, Match 14, Lahore Qalandars vs Peshawar Zalmi, will be a showdown between two franchises with contrasting vibes: the fighting Lahore Qalandars and desperate Peshawar Zalmi. Under the lights at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, this encounter holds the promise of high-intensity cricket and a bit of solo fireworks.
Qalandars: Coming Back with Firepower
Now ranked third on the points table with 2 victories in 4, the Qalandars are reeling from their recent defeat against Multan Sultans, in which they came up short chasing 229 despite courageous performances by Fakhar Zaman and Sikandar Raza. Fakhar is Lahore’s most reliable batter with 176 runs thus far, including blistering starts that set solid platforms. With Rishad Hossain leading the bowling charts for them with 8 wickets, Lahore look balanced despite a few stutters.
This match becomes even more crucial for captain Shaheen Afridi’s side to reassert dominance and cement a top-three position. Given their net run rate of 1.095 and the strong home crowd support, Qalandars are tipped as slight favourites.
Zalmi: Talent Present, Execution Missing
At the other end are Peshawar Zalmi, who are in troubled waters. They have only one win in four and are placed fifth, and they require a revival. Captain Babar Azam’s anchor style (46 off 41 in the previous match) has come under fire, particularly when quicker scoring is required. In contrast, Mohammad Haris has been their bright spot with 173 runs at an explosive strike rate of 178.35.
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Bowling remains a concern, though Ali Raza has impressed with 7 wickets. But as seen in their loss to Karachi Kings, the inability to defend or chase middling totals is haunting them. Their negative net run rate of -0.844 only adds to the pressure.
Key Players to Watch
Fakhar Zaman (LQ): The man in form, expected to go big again.
Hussain Talat (PZ): Could be Zalmi’s X-factor in the middle overs.
Asif Afridi (LQ): Could flip the game with his left-arm spin.
Luke Wood (PZ): Requires early wickets to cut Lahore’s charge.
Prediction: Lahore Qalandars are favoured with improved form and momentum. But if the top order of Zalmi fires, this match could be decided in the last over.
Likely Outcome: Lahore Qalandars to win — but with a twist.
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