A high-voltage clash in PSL 11 turned into one of the most thrilling matches of the season as Hyderabad Kingsmen pulled off a sensational chase against Multan Sultans.
Chasing a massive 214-run target, Hyderabad showed nerves of steel and completed the chase with 3 balls to spare, winning the match by 4 wickets in Karachi.
Match Summary
- Multan Sultans: 213/7 (20 overs)
- Hyderabad Kingsmen: 214/6 (19.3 overs)
- Result: Hyderabad won by 4 wickets
- Player of the Match: Usman Khan
Multan Sultans Batting A Massive Total Built
Multan Sultans looked in complete control after putting up a huge total of 213/7, which seemed more than enough on most occasions.
Key Performances (Multan)
- Steven Smith – A breathtaking 101 off 47 balls, smashing boundaries all over the park and anchoring the innings brilliantly
- Sahibzada Farhan – Supported well with a quickfire 50, forming a strong opening partnership
- Rapid scoring in middle overs pushed Multan past the 200 mark comfortably
At one stage, Multan crossed 200 in just 18.4 overs, showing complete dominance with the bat. At innings break, the match looked almost out of Hyderabad’s reach.
Hyderabad Kingsmen Sensational Chase
Despite losing early wickets, Hyderabad Kingsmen never backed down from the steep target.
Key Performances (Hyderabad)
- Usman Khan – A match-defining, explosive century
- Blistering 100 off 44 balls
- Completely shifted momentum with fearless hitting and aggressive intent
- Marnus Labuschagne – Crucial support in the chase
- Composed 61 off 41 balls
- Played a stabilizing role and built a key partnership to keep the chase on track
- Hassan Khan – Ice-cool finisher under pressure
- Explosive 24 off just 6 balls
- Finished the game in style, sealing the chase with 3 balls to spare
Hyderabad reached 214/6 in 19.3 overs, completing one of the most memorable chases of the season.
Player of the Match
Usman Khan was the clear difference maker with a sensational century that turned the game on its head. His aggressive intent, especially during the powerplay and middle overs, ensured Hyderabad stayed ahead of the required rate despite early setbacks.
Match Turning Points
- Steven Smith’s century gave Multan a dominant position
- Early wickets put Hyderabad under pressure
- Usman Khan’s counterattack completely flipped the momentum
- Calm finishing of Hassan Khan in the final over sealed a historic win
Match Impact on Points Table
| Position | Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | N/R | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Multan Sultans | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 12 | +0.450 |
| 4 | Hyderabad Kingsmen | 8 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 8 | -0.367 |
- Multan Sultans remain strong at 2nd position despite the loss
- Hyderabad Kingsmen hold 4th place, boosting playoff chances after this crucial win
