gave Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 found itself at the center of social media trolling after a symbolic ‘peace’ gesture during the 15th match between Peshawar Zalmi and Hyderabad Kingsmen sparked widespread criticism online.Ahead of the 15th match between Peshawar Zalmi and Hyderabad Kingsmen on April 8, a symbolic gesture gained widespread attention. Peshawar Zalmi captain on the toss… Babur AzamCaptain of Hyderabad Kingsmen Marnus Leboschgenand PSL CEO Salman Naseer released a white dove, an international symbol of peace.The act was part of the ‘Pakistan – The Peace Maker’ initiative, aimed at projecting the country’s commitment to peace amid ongoing geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran, particularly in the Middle East. Soon after it went public, social media platforms were flooded with reactions, with many users mocking the move. Critics called the gesture “coercive,” “PR-driven,” and “out of place” in a cricket tournament.
Match Summary – Hyderabad Kingsmen vs Peshawar Zalmi
Despite a brilliant match against Peshawar Zalmi, Hyderabad Kingsmen suffered their fourth straight defeat. Batting first, the Kingsmen struggled early on, losing four wickets for just 34 before a crucial 82-run stand between Perera and Marence Lebuschn took them to 145. However, a late collapse saw them lose five wickets for just nine runs.In reply, Zalmi started strongly, scoring 56 runs in the powerplay. Although the wickets of Saeem Ayub and Hasan Khan brought the Kingsmen back into the game, reducing the tie to 14 in the final over, Iftikhar Ahmed held his nerve. Having already taken four wickets, he hit a boundary and a six in the last over to seal a thrilling last-ball win for Zalmi.
