Kamran Akmal’s ton helps Peshawar Zalmi qualify for the play-offs of Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 3 on Friday.

Chasing the huge total of 173, senior Akmal carried forward his form and scored a brilliant unbeaten century against Lahore Qalandars. He made 107 facing 61 deliveries.

Mohammad Hafeez and Dwayne Smith made vital contributions of 27 and 14 respectively.

Yasir Shah was the most successful bowler for Lahore Qalandars, as he managed to pickup two wickets in the game.

Earlier, Thanks to Anton Devcich fiery 70 helps Qalandars to post a massive 172 runs total in do or die game on Friday.

Peshawar, who are on brink of missing out the playoffs of the Pakistan Super League, won the toss and invited Lahore to bat first. Qalandars lost in-form Fakhar Zaman and skipper Brandon McCullum with just 40 runs on the score board.

Agha Salman and Devcich showed some responsibility and took the team total to 95.Wahab Riaz dismissed promising Agha Salman for 28 off 25 balls.

But Devcich remained undeterred, bringing up his 50 from 29 balls to keep the run-rate flying. He was at 70 from 42 balls when he tried to slog and was caught by Mohammad Hafeez at short fine leg.

Gulraiz Sadaf  and Sohail Akhtar added final touch to their innings by scoring quick 26(21) and 30(16) respectively.

This is a must-win match for Peshawar, who are hoping to qualify for the elimination stage of the tournament.