"Chicken dinner with zero kills": Fans slam Babar Azam after his first PSL 2026 trophy win

Aaron Hardie produced a brilliant all-round display to guide Peshawar Zalmi to their second Pakistan Super League 2026 title, securing a five-wicket victory over debutants Hyderabad Kingsmen in the final. Hardie made an early impact with the ball, taking 4 for 27 to help restrict Hyderabad to 129 all out in 18 overs at the Gaddafi Stadium. He then anchored the chase with an unbeaten 56 off 39 balls, guiding Peshawar to 130/5 in 15.2 overs after a brief early wobble.

Despite the title win, captain Babar Azam came under heavy social media scrutiny. While Peshawar Zalmi celebrated their championship success, online conversations largely shifted toward his individual performance in the final, with fans offering mixed reactions despite the team’s overall triumph.

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Following the match, a section of users on social media used the phrase “Chicken dinner with zero kills” to criticise his impact in the decisive game. The comment quickly went viral, triggering widespread debate among fans and analysts about his form and contribution in high-pressure matches, even as the franchise celebrated a major title victory.

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Babar Azam Faces Massive Criticism After Trophy Celebration

While lifting the trophy should have been a purely celebratory moment for Peshawar Zalmi, it quickly became a major talking point on social media. The moment drew attention after many users suggested that the celebration resembled a gesture previously associated with Rohit Sharma, leading to widespread online comparisons.

As clips of the celebration circulated, netizens began sharing side-by-side videos and highlighting perceived similarities in pose and timing. The reaction, however, was largely critical and humorous rather than appreciative, with many users jokingly calling it “Rohit Sharma ka cheap copy.” Memes and sarcastic comments spread rapidly across platforms within minutes.

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Despite the online trolling, the focus on the celebration overshadowed Peshawar Zalmi’s successful campaign and leadership moments involving Babar Azam. The incident once again highlighted how quickly social media can shift attention from a title-winning achievement to viral content.

In addition, when visuals surfaced of PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi handing over the trophy to Babar Azam, users recalled the earlier Asia Cup trophy controversy involving the Pakistan Cricket Board chief. Social media platforms were soon filled with witty reactions, with phrases like “Trophy chori ho jayegi” trending as fans revisited the earlier incident in a light-hearted manner.

Peshawar Zalmi Beat Hyderabad Kingsmen to Clinch Second PSL Title in Dominant Final Win

The Peshawar Zalmi entered the final as strong favourites after losing only one match throughout the tournament. Led by Babar Azam, who scored two centuries and equalled Fakhar Zaman’s record of 588 runs in a single Pakistan Super League season, the team carried dominant form into the title clash.

Batting first, Hyderabad Kingsmen posted 129, with Saim Ayub playing a fighting knock of 54 to hold the innings together. They made a positive start with 69/2 in the powerplay, but lost momentum quickly as the innings collapsed to 73/6 within a short span after the field restrictions ended.

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The turning point came as Hyderabad’s middle order fell apart under pressure. Usman Khan, who had been in excellent form with three consecutive half-centuries, was trapped leg before wicket by Sufyan Moqim. Sharp fielding also led to the run-outs of Irfan Khan and Kusal Perera, while Glenn Maxwell was dismissed for a first-ball duck by Nahid Rana.

Ayub carried the innings forward, taking the total past 100 before falling in the final over to Aaron Hardie, who finished with outstanding figures. Hyderabad’s innings ended at 129 all out, as Hardie also wrapped up the tail by dismissing Akif Javed, ensuring Peshawar Zalmi had a manageable target in the final.

Fans React as Babar Azam Lifts First PSL 2026 Trophy

Fans across social media shared mixed reactions after Babar Azam won his first Pakistan Super League title in 2026 with Peshawar Zalmi. While many supporters praised the milestone as a major achievement in his career, others focused on his individual performance during the final, sparking debate online. Here is how the netizens reacted: