Peshawar Zalmi defeated Hyderabad Kingsmen by five wickets in the summit clash at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Sunday, May 3. The Babar Azam-led team chased the 129-run target in 15.2 overs after Aaron Hardie took four wickets for just 27 runs. Peshawar Zalmi recorded their first PSL title since 2017.
Key Points
Babar Azam confirms he will continue playing all formats Ends speculation over his T20I future Statement comes after PSL 2026 title win Finished as leading run-scorer in tournament
“Teenon me khelunga, befikre rahiye. Teenon ki taraf hai, aap tension na le..jo aap puchna chah rahe hai [I'll play all three formats, don't worry. I'm available for all of them, so you don't need to stress about it… I know what you're trying to ask]”
Red Ball Se Aapko Bahut Experience Milta Hai - Babar Azam
Babar Azam explained his approach to playing across formats. He said that players should not focus only on white-ball cricket. Babar added that domestic red-ball matches build patience and help batters learn how to play long innings.
"[Look, it's not really for the player to decide — a player's job is to play. In my opinion, every cricketer should play all formats. It shouldn't be about focusing only on white-ball or just T20 cricket. Red-ball cricket gives you a lot of experience… it builds patience… it teaches you how to play long innings, especially when you play four-day or domestic cricket. That's why you should play all three formats — it helps you in every format].”
Babar Azam expressed pride in the team’s effort throughout the tournament. He credited the title win to the Peshawar Zalmi players and fans, saying everyone executed their plans well.
Aaron Hardie led the chase with an unbeaten 56 off 39 balls for Peshawar Zalmi. He added an 85-run partnership with Abdul Samad, who scored 48 off 34 before falling to Mohammad Ali. Farhan Yousaf hit the winning runs in the 16th over.
FAQ
Is Babar Azam quitting T20Is?No, he confirmed he will continue playing all formats. Why was Babar Azam’s T20I future questioned?Due to debates around his strike rate and role in the format. What did Babar Azam say?He said he is available for all three formats and remains committed.Also read: Rajasthan Royals $1.65 billion deal hits trouble as Kal Somani consortium plans legal action
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