A blistering PSL 2025 performance from Sahibzada Farhan led Islamabad United to their second straight win, crushing Peshawar Zalmi by 102 runs in Rawalpindi. Farhan smashed a 52-ball 106, powering United to a record-breaking 243 for 5 — the highest total in this year’s tournament. In response, Zalmi crumbled to 141 despite a lone stand from Mohammad Haris.
United Blaze Through with Bat
Opting to bat first, United showed no mercy. The opening overs were cautious, but things changed rapidly. Alzarri Joseph kept it tight early, but once Farhan opened his shoulders, there was no stopping the onslaught. Farhan hammered 22 runs in a single over off teenager Ali Raza, setting the tone for a dominant innings.
By the end of the powerplay, United had already piled up 73 runs. Even after the field spread, the runs kept flowing. Colin Munro joined in, playing a supportive role at first before unleashing himself in the middle overs. Sufiyan Muqeem, Zalmi’s most consistent bowler, was taken apart for 32 runs in two overs.
Farhan reached his century in just 49 balls, a mix of brutal power and smart placement. Though both he and Munro fell in quick succession to Joseph, the damage had already been done. With six overs still left, United were sitting comfortably at 163.
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Late Surge Adds to the Carnage
The middle and lower order ensured the momentum never dipped. Azam Khan, Agha Salman, Jason Holder, and Ben Dwarshuis all played impactful cameos. United added 80 runs in the final six overs, pushing the total well past Zalmi’s reach.
Zalmi Collapse Under Pressure
Chasing 244 was always going to be a monumental task, and Zalmi faltered from the outset. Captain Babar Azam edged to slip off Dwarshuis in just the first over. Mitchell Owen and Saim Ayub followed soon after, and by the end of the fourth over, Zalmi were reeling at 26 for 3.
Mohammad Haris, however, stood tall amidst the ruins. His recent poor form seemed a thing of the past as he fought back fiercely. He took on Dwarshuis with a four and six, then pummeled Jason Holder for two big sixes in a 17-run over after the powerplay.
But it was a solo battle. The rest of the Zalmi lineup folded without resistance. Imad Wasim returned to dismiss Tom Kohler-Cadmore and choked the run flow with his disciplined line and length. One by one, Zalmi’s batters fell as Haris watched from the other end.
Haris Fights, But United Close It Out
Haris’s brave 87 off 47 balls gave brief hope, but his efforts weren’t enough. He eventually holed out to long-on off Wasim — a fitting end as the spinner claimed his third wicket. Dwarshuis then wrapped things up by dismissing Mohammad Ali, sealing a thumping win for United.
With this commanding display, Islamabad United have firmly positioned themselves as early title contenders in PSL 2025.
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