Islamabad United have booked their place within the PSL 2024 closing because of an exhilarating come-from-behind victory over Peshawar Zalmi on Saturday. This marks the second consecutive day the place all-rounder Imad Wasim proved instrumental for his crew, this time with a match-winning knock.
Shaky begin for Islamabad United
Chasing a goal of 186, Islamabad United acquired off to a shaky begin, dropping their prime three batsmen – Alex Hales, Agha Salman and Shadab Khan – cheaply. Martin Guptill supplied a quick spark with a 34-run cameo, however his dismissal simply earlier than the powerplay overs ended left United in a precarious place at 50/4.
With the percentages stacked towards them, Haider Ali emerged because the unlikely hero for United. His aggressive knock of 52 not out off simply 29 deliveries, peppered with boundaries, revived their chase. Imad, initially enjoying a cautious innings, started to speed up alongside Haider, contributing a vital 59 himself.
Imad Wasim and Haider Ali change recreation for Islamabad
The turning level got here within the 18th over bowled by Aamer Jamal. Needing 35 runs off the ultimate three overs, Imad and Haider took full benefit. Imad smashed boundaries firstly and finish of the over, whereas Haider launched two sixes over deep midwicket, propelling them nearer to victory. The Islamabad facet clinched victory with an over to spare, with Imad offering the ending touches.
Earlier, Peshawar Zalmi had posted an honest complete of 185-5 on the board, because of a superb opening partnership between Saim Ayub and Babar Azam. Ayub, who later shone with the ball, shocked everybody with a blazing 73-run knock. Nonetheless, a middle-order collapse triggered by Shadab Khan and Naseem Shah restricted them from reaching a really dominant complete.
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Islamabad United will now face Multan Sultans within the closing on Monday, March 18.
Right here’s how Twitter reacted:
Congratulations Islamabad United!
Islamabad United roar into the PSL 9 closing after a spectacular win over Peshawar Zalmi! Imad Wasim shines with each bat and ball, a real all-around MVP! Match-winning Partnership between Haider and Imad 👏
Can Islamabad United conquer the… pic.twitter.com/lY4aFPZ6Cq
— Saeed Ajmal (@REALsaeedajmal) March 16, 2024
They teased Imad Wasim with ‘Babar, Babar’ chants, and he responded by eliminating their favourite participant’s crew from PSL 9.#BabarAzam #HBLPSL9 pic.twitter.com/VDKUrmT3bP
— 𝗦𝗮𝗺. (@sambillingg) March 17, 2024
4 overs for 23
59* off 40 balls2 participant of the match awards in a row for Imad Wasim#PSL2024 #PZvIU pic.twitter.com/JpMk4q1qZp
— Saj Sadiq (@SajSadiqCricket) March 16, 2024
What an exhilarating win for catapulting us straight into the finals! @ImadWasim ‘s role has been pivotal in getting us here, and tonight #HaiderAli ‘s performance was simply sublime. Another tournament final in sight – let’s bring it home! 🏏💥 #PSL9 @IsbUnited #FinalsDay
— Azhar Mahmood (@AzharMahmood11) March 16, 2024
You’ve dropped him from the T20 World Cup and ODI World Cup merely due to your ego. He’s single-handedly demolished your entire team in the knockout stages. Take that, Babarson and Ling. Next time, carefully consider before mocking. Maddy Madness, the clutch player!🔥#ImadWasim pic.twitter.com/2Cq1IaTy9F
— ÃbduÍ Réhmañ (@LORDXSHEIKH786) March 16, 2024
Imad Wasim’s one 50 on this season is extra useful than Babar Azam’s 569 runs within the season.
The distinction between a clutch participant and a statpadder pic.twitter.com/FquDh4HnFB
— yang goi (@GongR1ght) March 16, 2024
ISLAMABAD UNITED QUALIFIED INTO THE FINALS OF PSL 2024..!!!!
Imad Wasim – 59*(40)
Haider Ali – 52*(29)What an unbelievable partnership beneath stress, they have been down & out with 91/5 then chase down 186 runs in Eliminator 2 – Workforce Mike Hesson has carried out it in Pakistan. pic.twitter.com/bXtpkl6SYY
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) March 16, 2024
Imad Wasim completed Cricketer, together with Haider Ali ending the Babar Azam crew.
Babar Azam is the best run getter however his strike price shouldn’t be even within the prime 20 batsman of the PSL.
He could make his runs however he cannot be a match winner for his Workforce.pic.twitter.com/suBk7Dep6S
— Sujeet Suman (@sujeetsuman1991) March 16, 2024
The Maddy Insanity is actual 😎
🌟 PLAYER OF THE MATCH IMAD WASIM 🌟#HBLPSL9 | #KhulKeKhel | #PZvIU pic.twitter.com/UpYnxHT201
— PakistanSuperLeague (@thePSLt20) March 16, 2024
What a superb knock by “Imad Waseem” and “Haider Ali”🌸🥳🎉#PZvsIU #PSL2024 #ImadWasim pic.twitter.com/y6YtyHFqdb
— Ishaq Ali (@NoBody44353253) March 16, 2024
“THERE IT IS. WHAT A PERFORMANCE. WHAT A KNOCK. TAKE A BOW.” 🔥
With the ball – 0 for 23 (4 overs)
With the bat – 59* off 40 balls. #ImadWasim saved his finest for when it mattered essentially the most. Showcased the worth of an skilled participant. 👏 pic.twitter.com/SWAJQMcjxV— Minha Anwar (@minhaanwar098) March 16, 2024
Imad Wasim on 🔥🔥🔥. #HBLPSL9 pic.twitter.com/mNCZSe71lL
— Muhammad Noman (@Nomancricket29) March 16, 2024