PZ vs OG PSL 2025: Quetta Gladiators Gets A Convincing Victory By 64 Runs

In a dominant display in the PZ vs OG PSL 2025 match, Faheem Ashraf’s five-for assisted Quetta Gladiators in crushing Peshawar Zalmi by 64 runs, maintaining their impressive comeback in the PSL 2025 season.

Gladiators Off to a Flying Start Despite Mid-Innings Slowdown

Deciding to bat first, Quetta Gladiators started their innings on an aggressive note. Finn Allen laid the foundation early, and Rilee Rossouw continued with a quick 31 from 16 deliveries. The duo took Quetta to 67/1 at the end of the Powerplay, pounding Ali Raza for four boundaries in the sixth over.

But Zalmi brought things back in the middle overs, courtesy of good spells by Saim Ayub and Sufiyan Muqeem. Together, their eight overs conceded only 58 runs and picked up important wickets, such as Rossouw and Saud Shakeel, to stem Quetta’s flow.

Late Chapman Surge Sees Quetta Score 178

As Zalmi threatened to confine Quetta below 170, Mark Chapman changed the direction with a crushing attack in the death overs. His 17-run rampage against Raza’s last over led the Gladiators to a decent 178/6. Even after some late order from Alzarri Joseph and Luke Wood, Zalmi felt a little let down after letting a late flourish happen.

False Start for Zalmi as Gladiators Strike Early

Zalmi’s chase began with promise—Saim Ayub hit a first-ball four and Babar Azam launched Faheem Ashraf for a six and a four. But that momentum was short-lived. Faheem struck back instantly, removing Ayub with a delivery that bounced extra and caught the edge, well-held by Kusal Mendis. Moments later, Mohammad Amir trapped Babar Azam LBW, sending Zalmi’s hopes crashing early at 21/2.

Zalmi Collapses Under Pressure as Faheem Wrecks the Middle Order

Mohammad Wasim Jr. joined the party, cleaning up Tom Kohler-Cadmore with a lethal inswinger to make it 32/3. From there, Zalmi’s innings unraveled. Mohammad Haris and Abdul Samad fell in quick succession, both unable to handle Faheem’s variations and bounce.

Zalmi’s top and middle order failed to apply any pressure, and the scoring rate plummeted below seven. Despite the big names, the team failed to put up any sustained resistance.

Quetta’s Tight Grip and Tactical Brilliance Seal the Win

Quetta’s bowlers maintained ruthless discipline, particularly Khurram Shahzad, who cut off the leg-side scoring and dismissed Mitchell Owen cheaply. Joseph, trying to counterattack, edged behind Mendis, leaving Zalmi’s tail exposed.

Although Hussain Talat scored a battling knock of 39 off 34 balls, the game was way out of reach. He finally got out to Abrar Ahmed, who outsmarted him with a flight.

Faheem Ashraf’s Five-For Wraps Up Zalmi

Fittingly, the final blow came from the man of the moment, Faheem Ashraf. His fifth wicket came when Sufiyan Muqeem chipped a simple catch to mid-on, ending Zalmi’s innings at just 114. Faheem’s 5-wicket haul was his first in PSL history, and it wrapped up a match that Quetta had dominated from the early overs of the second innings.

Gladiators Soar, Zalmi Falter in PZ vs OG PSL 2025 Clash

This PZ vs OG PSL 2025 match was a display of Quetta Gladiators’ all-around brilliance and strategic acumen. With Faheem Ashraf producing a career-best performance, Quetta’s 64-run victory propels them higher in the points table. Zalmi, on the other hand, are left racking their brains after a poor chase and lost opportunities to take charge.

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