From Zeeshan Mirza
KARACHI: Karachi Kings dominated with the bat and ball as they defeated Lahore Qalandars by five wickets on Tuesday to lift the trophy of the fifth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) here at National Stadium.
An economical spell by left-arm fast bowler Muhammad Waqas and a brilliant knock of 63 runs not out by Babar Azam inspired Kings to clinch maiden Pakistan Super League title.
In response, the Kings reached the 135-run target with eight balls to spare at Karachi National Stadium.
The Kings began their innings in style, with openers Babar Azam and Sharjeel Khan both hitting two boundaries each in the first two overs.
Qalandars had their first breakthrough in the fourth