After winning the toss, Zalmi chose to field first and produced a disciplined bowling performance to restrict Hyderabad Kingsmen to a modest total of 145. In response, Zalmi’s chase was anchored by Babar, who scored 43 runs off 37 balls, stabilizing the innings before being dismissed prior to the final moments. Despite his departure, the team held their composure and clinched a dramatic win on the last ball.
The post-match press conference, however, turned intense when a Pakistani journalist raised questions about Babar’s ability to finish matches, drawing comparisons with Indian star Virat Kohli.
