Peshawar Zalmi Won by 159 Runs Against Karachi Kings in PSL 2026 Match 17 Karachi
Peshawar Zalmi handed Karachi Kings their heaviest defeat of PSL 2026, winning by 159 runs at the National Stadium Karachi. Zalmi posted a massive 246/3 then bowled Kings out for just 87. This is the biggest winning margin of the tournament so far. Keep track of all fixtures on the PSL 2026 schedule and you can also watch psl all matches on touchcric live.
Match Result: Peshawar Zalmi vs Karachi Kings
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | 17th Match (N), PSL 2026 |
| Venue | National Stadium, Karachi |
| Toss | Karachi Kings, elected to field |
| Zalmi Total | 246/3 (20 overs) |
| Kings Total | 87 all out (16.1 overs) |
| Result | Peshawar Zalmi won by 159 runs |
Peshawar Zalmi Innings: Babar and Mendis Tear Kings Apart
Karachi Kings chose to field first and paid a heavy price. Kusal Mendis smashed 109 off 95 balls with 11 fours and 4 sixes, putting on a 191-run second-wicket stand with captain Babar Azam, who finished unbeaten on 87 off 51 balls. It was Babar’s best knock of PSL 2026 and the partnership was virtually unbreakable.
After Mendis fell in the 17th over, Abdul Samad took over with a brutal 40 off just 12 balls — 3 fours and 4 sixes — pushing the total to 246. Mir Hamza alone conceded 57 runs in his four overs without taking a wicket.
Zalmi Batting Scorecard
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Haris | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Kusal Mendis | 109 | 95 | 11 | 4 | 114.73 |
| Babar Azam (not out) | 87 | 51 | 10 | 3 | 170.58 |
| Michael Bracewell | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 200.00 |
| Abdul Samad (not out) | 40 | 12 | 3 | 4 | 333.33 |
| Total | 246/3 | 120 | RR: 12.30 |
Kings Bowling
| Bowler | O | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khushdil Shah | 4 | 37 | 1 | 9.25 |
| Abbas Afridi | 4 | 55 | 2 | 13.75 |
| Mir Hamza | 4 | 57 | 0 | 14.25 |
| Adam Zampa | 4 | 51 | 0 | 12.75 |
| Mohammad Hamza | 3 | 30 | 0 | 10.00 |
Karachi Kings Innings: Collapsed Inside 17 Overs
Chasing 247 was always going to be difficult but Kings made it worse by losing both openers for ducks inside the first two overs. Muhammad Waseem and David Warner both went for 0, leaving Kings at 4/2 after the first over. They never recovered.
Azam Khan top-scored with just 25 off 27 balls — a number that tells the whole story. No batter crossed 30. Zalmi’s bowlers were relentless, with Nahid Rana taking 3/17, Sufiyan Muqeem 3/18, and Iftikhar Ahmed 3/9 in just 2.1 overs. Kings were bowled out for 87 in 16.1 overs.
Kings Batting Scorecard
| Batter | R | B | SR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muhammad Waseem | 0 | 3 | 0.00 |
| David Warner (c) | 0 | 1 | 0.00 |
| Salman Agha | 5 | 7 | 71.42 |
| Saad Baig | 14 | 11 | 127.27 |
| Azam Khan | 25 | 27 | 92.59 |
| Moeen Ali | 9 | 8 | 112.50 |
| Khushdil Shah | 10 | 14 | 71.42 |
| Abbas Afridi | 9 | 12 | 75.00 |
| Total | 87 | 97 | RR: 5.38 |
Zalmi Bowling
| Bowler | O | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iftikhar Ahmed | 2.1 | 9 | 3 | 4.15 |
| Nahid Rana | 4 | 17 | 3 | 1.75 |
| Sufiyan Muqeem | 4 | 18 | 3 | 4.50 |
| Shoriful Islam | 3 | 23 | 1 | 7.66 |
| Aamer Jamal | 3 | 28 | 0 | 9.33 |
Updated Points Table After Match 17
This result shakes up the standings. Check the full PSL 2026 points table for live rankings.
- Peshawar Zalmi: 4 matches, 3 wins, 5 points — firmly in top 4 contention
- Karachi Kings: 4 matches, 3 wins, 6 points — still third but NRR took a serious hit tonight
Kusal Mendis: The Architect of This Win
Mendis was the standout performer of the night. His 109 off 95 is one of the finest innings of PSL 2026 so far. He read the Kings bowling early, punished anything short or full, and made the 191-run partnership with Babar look almost effortless. With Abdul Samad finishing the job in explosive fashion, Kings simply had no answers.
See the full Peshawar Zalmi squad and Karachi Kings squad.
What Went Wrong for Karachi Kings
- Both openers — Warner and Waseem — out for ducks in the first two overs
- No batter reached 30 in a 247-run chase
- Bowling attack conceded over 12 runs per over across the Zalmi innings
- NRR damage could prove costly in the playoff race later in the season
FAQs
What was the result of PSL 2026 Match 17?
Peshawar Zalmi beat Karachi Kings by 159 runs — Zalmi 246/3, Kings 87 all out.
How many runs did Kusal Mendis score?
Mendis scored 109 off 95 balls with 11 fours and 4 sixes.
What was Babar Azam’s score tonight?
Babar Azam scored 87 not out off 51 balls with 10 fours and 3 sixes.
Who were Zalmi’s best bowlers?
Nahid Rana, Sufiyan Muqeem, and Iftikhar Ahmed each took 3 wickets.
Who was Karachi Kings’ top scorer?
Azam Khan top-scored with 25 off 27 balls — the only batter to reach 25.
How many wins does Zalmi have in PSL 2026?
This was Zalmi’s 3rd win in 4 matches, placing them 4th on the points table.
