Hyderabad Kingsmen Beat RawalPindiz to Extend Winning Run

Hyderabad Kingsmen continued their strong run in PSL 11 with a five-wicket win over RawalPindiz at the National Bank Stadium, Karachi. In this Kingsmen vs Pindiz encounter, the chase was completed in 16.3 overs as Hyderabad recovered from early setbacks to secure another convincing victory.

The result further extended Kingsmen’s winning streak, built on a disciplined bowling effort followed by a composed chase.

Kingsmen bowlers restrict Pindiz to 121

After being put in to bat, RawalPindiz struggled to gain any momentum and were limited to 121 for 9 in their 20 overs.

Glenn Maxwell struck early to remove Usman Khawaja for 2, before Mohammad Ali bowled Mohammad Rizwan for 15, leaving Pindiz at 20-2 in 4.2 overs. Hunain Shah added to the pressure by dismissing Daryl Mitchell for a duck during the powerplay.

Hunain continued his impact, picking up Abdullah Fazal for 11 as Pindiz slipped to 41-4. A brief recovery came through Yasir Khan (24 off 30) and Sam Billings (26 off 22), who steadied the innings and took the total past 50.

However, Mohammad Ali returned to dismiss Yasir, breaking a 21-run stand. Marnus Labuschagne then effected a direct-hit run-out to remove Saad Masood for 10, keeping Kingsmen firmly in control.

Asif Mehmood removed Billings, while Hunain claimed his third wicket by dismissing Mubasir Khan for 11. Ali also completed a three-wicket haul by removing Ben Sears for a duck. Asif Afridi finished unbeaten on 15, with Mohammad Amir adding 2, as Pindiz closed on 121-9.

Mohammad Ali and Hunain Shah were the standout performers, both claiming three wickets each, while Asif Mehmood and Glenn Maxwell chipped in with one wicket apiece.

Early setbacks in chase

Hyderabad’s chase began shakily as Asif Afridi removed Maaz Sadaqat for 4 in the opening over.

Marnus Labuschagne and Saim Ayub briefly steadied the innings, but Afridi struck again to dismiss Saim for 15, leaving Kingsmen at 28-2. Usman Khan followed soon after, falling to Mohammad Amir for a duck, increasing the pressure.

Labuschagne attempted to anchor the innings but was trapped lbw by Saad Masood for 32 off 21 balls, including six boundaries, with the score at 68-4. Glenn Maxwell then fell for a first-ball duck to Ben Sears, leaving Kingsmen in trouble at five down.

Perera and Irfan seal the chase

With the innings at a delicate stage, Kusal Perera and Irfan Khan Niazi combined to turn the game around.

The pair stitched together a crucial 50-run partnership, calmly taking Kingsmen past the 100-run mark. Perera remained unbeaten on 32 off 24 balls, hitting three fours and a six, while Irfan contributed 34 off 29 deliveries, also striking three fours and a six.

Their partnership ensured there were no further hiccups as Hyderabad completed the chase in 16.3 overs.

Kingsmen maintain momentum

This victory reinforces Hyderabad Kingsmen’s strong position in PSL 11, with consistent performances in both bowling and batting driving their winning run.

Their ability to recover from early setbacks and control matches highlights their balance as a side. For RawalPindiz, ongoing struggles with both bat and ball continue to impact their campaign.

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