Lahore Qalandars Beat Karachi to Reach Qualifier-2

Lahore Qalandars advanced to Qualifier-2 of the Pakistan Super League after a commanding six-wicket victory over Karachi Kings in the Eliminator, successfully chasing a target of 190 with eight balls to spare. Abdullah Shafique starred with a 65-run blitz, while Fakhar Zaman's quickfire 47 and strong partnerships with Kusal Perera anchored the chase. Despite subpar fielding, including dropping David Warner twice, Lahore's bowling, led by Haris Rauf, restricted Karachi to a competitive total, with Warner top-scoring at 75. Karachi's bowlers struggled to contain Lahore in the closing stages, allowing the home side to capitalize. Sikandar Raza, returning from international commitments, played a pivotal role and underscored the team's resilience and depth. The win sets up a match against Islamabad United for a place in the final, while Karachi Kings exit the tournament.