Shakib falters on return, but Lahore cruise into PSL playoffs
Shakib Al Hasan during practice with Lahore Qalandars
In a vital clash of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Lahore Qalandars edged past Peshawar Zalmi by 26 runs to book a spot in the top four.
The match marked Shakib Al Hasan’s debut for Lahore and also his return to competitive cricket after six months. However, the star Bangladeshi all-rounder had a forgettable outing.
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Coming in to bat late in the innings, Shakib attempted a scoop shot off Ahmed Daniyal’s slower delivery but was dismissed for a golden duck.
With the ball, he bowled the fifth and tenth overs, conceding 18 runs in total without taking a wicket.
His first over was economical, giving away just 5 runs, but in his second, Daniyal struck him for two sixes. Despite his struggles, Lahore managed to defend their total successfully.
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Batting first after losing the toss, Lahore scored 149 in 13 overs, thanks to Fakhar Zaman’s 36-ball 60. In response, Peshawar’s chase faltered despite a rain-shortened target.
Shakib bowled early to help restrict momentum and returned later only to be punished by Daniyal. Eventually, Peshawar folded for 123, crashing out of the tournament.
