(22 April) PSL 2025: Players With The Most Runs and Most Wickets After Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi
PSL 2025: The mid-phase of the Pakistan Super League 2025 has started with the Karachi Kings taking on Peshawar Zalmi at the National Stadium, Karachi. The Pakistan Super League 2025 continues to unfold like a well-scripted drama, with each match rewriting the leaderboard and adding fresh heroes to the spotlight.
As of April 22, after a nail-biting encounter between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi, the race for the top run-scorer and leading wicket-taker has become fiercer than ever. The points table is becoming the separator of the teams and Karachi Kings registered their third win of the season.
Speaking of drama, the clash between Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi provided just that. Peshawar posted a modest 147 on a sticky surface – a score that never truly looked threatening. Babar Azam survived a close lbw early thanks to DRS, but Zalmi never got the momentum they needed, despite some handy middle-order contributions.
The Kings began their chase shakily, losing Seifert and Vince in quick succession. Warner held the innings together but was dismissed just when Zalmi sensed a comeback. Khushdil Shah, however, played the finisher’s role to perfection, guiding Karachi home with just two wickets to spare.
Let's take a look at the Points Table Updated After Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi:
PSL Points Table Updated After Karachi Kings vs Peshawar Zalmi
| Rank | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points | Net Run Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Islamabad United | 4 | 4 | 0 | 8 | +2.544 |
| 2 | Karachi Kings | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 | -0.215 |
| 3 | Lahore Qalandars | 3 | 2 | 1 | 4 | +2.051 |
| 4 | Peshawar Zalmi | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | -0.844 |
| 5 | Quetta Gladiators | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -0.917 |
| 6 | Multan Sultans | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | -2.941 |
Most Runs in PSL 2025 (Top 10 Batters)
At the top of the run charts stands Sahibzada Farhan, blazing away with 214 runs from four innings. His strike rate of 165.89 and consistency (averaging 53.50) have made him the batter to watch this season. Hot on his heels is England’s James Vince, with 186 runs from five innings, showing off a sublime touch and maintaining a rapid scoring pace.
Mohammad Haris, with 173 runs and a strike rate nearing 180, has emerged as Peshawar Zalmi’s most dependable batter this season, even if his team is struggling overall.
Other familiar names like Mohammad Rizwan (158 runs) and Colin Munro (151 runs) aren’t far behind, keeping the top 5 in a state of constant flux. Fakhar Zaman, Khushdil Shah, and Tim Seifert round out a powerful top ten that promises plenty of fireworks in the matches to come.
| Rank | Player | Team | Mat | Runs | AVG | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sahibzada Farhan | Islamabad United | 4 | 214 | 53.50 | 165.89 |
| 2 | James Vince | Karachi Kings | 5 | 186 | 37.20 | 151.21 |
| 3 | Mohammad Haris | Peshawar Zalmi | 4 | 173 | 43.25 | 179.16 |
| 4 | Mohammad Rizwan | Multan Sultans | 4 | 158 | 39.50 | 139.82 |
| 5 | Colin Munro | Islamabad United | 3 | 151 | 75.50 | 150.49 |
| 6 | Fakhar Zaman | Lahore Qalandars | 4 | 145 | 36.25 | 135.18 |
| 7 | Khushdil Shah | Karachi Kings | 5 | 142 | 47.33 | 130.27 |
| 8 | Tim Seifert | Karachi Kings | 5 | 139 | 27.80 | 147.37 |
| 9 | Rassie van der Dussen | Lahore Qalandars | 4 | 137 | 34.25 | 132.35 |
| 10 | Tom Kohler-Cadmore | Peshawar Zalmi | 4 | 129 | 32.25 | 145.83 |
Most Wickets in PSL 2025 (Top 10 Bowlers)
On the bowling front, it’s the tall West Indian Jason Holder who has towered above all. With 11 wickets from four matches at an astonishing average of just 10.00, he’s been both clinical and lethal. Right behind him is veteran pacer Hasan Ali, who has picked up 10 wickets from five matches, consistently breaking partnerships when it matters most.
Shadab Khan has chipped in with 8 wickets at a miserly economy, while names like Abbas Afridi, Imad Wasim, and young spinner Rishad Hossain have made their presence felt. Rishad, despite having only two games under his belt, already has six wickets at a staggering average of 9.50 – an emerging force, no doubt.
| Rank | Player | Team | Mat | WKTs | Avg | Eco |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jason Holder | Karachi Kings | 4 | 11 | 10.00 | 6.87 |
| 2 | Hasan Ali | Karachi Kings | 5 | 10 | 13.50 | 7.40 |
| 3 | Shadab Khan | Islamabad United | 4 | 8 | 15.25 | 6.10 |
| 4 | Rishad Hossain | Peshawar Zalmi | 2 | 6 | 9.50 | 6.33 |
| 5 | Abbas Afridi | Multan Sultans | 3 | 6 | 14.67 | 8.25 |
| 6 | Imad Wasim | Karachi Kings | 5 | 6 | 16.50 | 6.75 |
| 7 | Shaheen Afridi | Lahore Qalandars | 4 | 5 | 20.40 | 7.10 |
| 8 | Naseem Shah | Islamabad United | 3 | 5 | 18.20 | 7.25 |
| 9 | Wahab Riaz | Peshawar Zalmi | 4 | 5 | 21.00 | 8.00 |
| 10 | Usama Mir | Multan Sultans | 4 | 4 | 22.75 | 7.90 |