Peshawar Zalmi created history by becoming the first team in Pakistan Super League (PSL) to remain unbeaten across nine consecutive matches in a single season.
The Babar Azam-led side also became the first franchise to secure eight consecutive victories in one PSL edition, establishing a new benchmark in tournament records.
The dominance of the former champions has been unmatched, with eight wins and one washout from nine matches, carrying 17 points and a net run rate of 2.645.
The disappointing campaign of Karachi Kings continued as they suffered their fifth consecutive defeat, crushed by Zalmi at Gaddafi Stadium, leaving them seventh on the PSL 11 table.
The David warner-led Karachi Kings have three wins and five defeats from eight matches, holding six points with a net run rate of minus 1.292.
PSL 11 Points Table
| Team | Matches | Won | Lost | N/R | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peshawar Zalmi (Q) | 8 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 2.645 |
| Multan Sultans | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 12 | 0.545 |
| Islamabad United | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 9 | 1.481 |
| Lahore Qalandars | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 8 | -0.503 |
| Quetta Gladiators | 9 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 6 | -0.355 |
| Hyderabad Kingsmen | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 6 | -0.470 |
| Karachi Kings | 8 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 6 | -1.292 |
| RawalPindiz (E) | 8 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
The decision of Babar Azam to bowl first initially appeared risky but proved effective, restricting Karachi Kings to 182 for nine in 20 overs through disciplined bowling.
Pacer Ali Raza delivered a decisive hat-trick in the final over, ensuring the first innings ended below expectations despite strong contributions from their top order.
Opening batter Jason Roy top scored with 85 runs off 51 balls, striking 11 fours and two sixes, while the wicket-keeper batter Azam Khan added 35 off 19.
In reply, Zalmi chased the target successfully in the 19th over, losing three wickets, powered by aggressive batting from Kusal Mendis and Farhan Yousaf.
Mendis struck a superb 80 off 43 deliveries, including five fours and four sixes, while Yousaf remained unbeaten on 54 off 35 balls.
