The race for the playoffs in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 11 has intensified as the points table begins to take a clearer shape after 20 matches of the tournament.
According to the latest standings, Peshawar Zalmi sit at the top of the table with 9 points, having secured four wins in five matches, with one game abandoned due to rain.
Closely following are Multan Sultans, who have collected 8 points from five matches, also registering four victories but suffering one defeat.
At third place are Islamabad United with 7 points, maintaining strong contention for a playoff spot as the tournament progresses.
Karachi Kings occupy fourth position with 6 points from five matches, keeping themselves within reach of the top tier.
In the lower half of the table, Quetta Gladiators and Lahore Qalandars are placed fifth and sixth respectively with 4 points each, struggling to gain consistent momentum.
Meanwhile, Hyderabad Kings are placed seventh with a single win, while Rawalpindi remain at the bottom of the table without registering a victory so far.
The league features eight teams this season, with matches being staged in Lahore and Karachi. The tournament runs from March 26 to May 3, with the top four sides qualifying for the playoffs stage.