Babar, Sadaqat, bowlers hand United second successive loss
The usually free-flowing United batting line-up could manage only 143 for 9 against Zalmi
The usually free-flowing United batting line-up could manage only 143 for 9 against Zalmi
Commentator: Rvel Zahid
A disciplined effort with the ball followed by a clinical run chase gives Peshawar Zalmi a much-needed win. Islamabad United have now lost two in a row after winning their first five and they went with four changes to their line-up today. Chasing a modest total, Zalmi lost three wickets inside the powerplay and found themselves in a tricky situation but that's when Sadaqat and Babar stitched together a 100-plus partnership and made light work of the target. Sadaqat was calm and composed at the crease on his PSL debut, pacing his innings beautifully while Babar did what he does best. The situation was tailor-made for him: he took his time before opening up with some delightful strokes, including those trademark flicks through midwicket. Islamabad might consider fielding their full-strength side in the next game to get back to winning ways and play their strongest combination
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The usually free-flowing United batting line-up could manage only 143 for 9 against Zalmi