Babar Azam Falls for a Duck as Mohammad Amir Strikes Early in PSL 2025

In a high-voltage contest of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025, Karachi Kings pacer Mohammad Amir made an early impact. The left arm seamer dismissed Peshawar Zalmi skipper Babar Azam for a duck. Fans expected Babar to lead from the front in his team’s first match of the season. But Amir had other plans as he struck in the very first over of Zalmi’s mammoth chase.

Amir Strikes Early With a Perfect Out-Swinger

Peshawar Zalmi, chasing a stiff target of 217 runs, desperately needed a strong start from their openers. However, the script took a dramatic turn when Mohammad Amir bowled a perfect out-swinger to Babar. The seasoned left-arm seamer pitched the ball on a good length outside the off stump. Babar, attempting a drive, played it slightly uppishly towards short cover, where the fielder dived forward to complete a sharp catch. With that, the Peshawar captain walked back for a two-ball duck, leaving his team in early trouble.

Fiery Celebration Rekindles Old Rivalry

Amir, clearly fired up after the dismissal, celebrated passionately with his teammates and pointed at his shirt number, seemingly mocking Babar in a moment that reignited talks about their off-field tensions. The two have shared a complicated relationship over the years. Although Amir played under Babar’s captaincy during the T20 World Cup last year, he has publicly questioned the batter’s leadership and consistency on multiple occasions.

The numbers further highlighted Babar’s struggles against Amir in the PSL. In five innings, Babar has managed just 19 runs off 21 deliveries against the left-arm quick, falling twice to him. The stats reflect an average of 9.5 and a strike rate of 90.47 in these encounters.

Zalmi’s Batting Collapse Deepens the Crisis

Peshawar Zalmi’s situation worsened after the early blow. Mohammad Haris and Tom Kohler-Cadmore also failed to make an impact, putting the franchise in deep trouble during their chase. With top-order batters falling cheaply, the responsibility shifted to young Saim Ayub, who returned to competitive cricket after a lengthy injury layoff.

Meanwhile, Multan Sultans and Karachi Kings fans tuned in for the ongoing third match of PSL 2025. Social media erupted over the Amir vs Babar moment, with fans debating the rivalry and its impact on Pakistan cricket.

The rivalry between the two players continues to capture the imagination of PSL followers, as Amir once again proved why he remains one of the most lethal pacers in Pakistan’s domestic circuit.

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