Karachi, April 12, 2025 – The National Stadium was electric last night as Karachi Kings pulled off a sensational 4-wicket victory against Multan Sultans in a high-octane Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 clash. Chasing a daunting 235, Karachi’s batsmen showcased grit, flair, and nerves of steel to secure a win that has set the tone for their campaign.
Multan Sultans, led by Mohammad Rizwan, posted a formidable total, thanks to a blistering batting display. Usman Khan’s explosive 78 off 45 balls, laced with six fours and four sixes, set the stage, while Iftikhar Ahmed’s late cameo of 42 not out propelled them to 234/6. Karachi’s bowlers, however, showed resilience, with Hasan Ali’s clever variations claiming 2 wickets and young spinner Sufiyan Muqeem keeping things tight in the middle overs.
The chase seemed a tall order for Karachi Kings, especially after losing early wickets to Multan’s fiery pace attack, led by Mohammad Hasnain. At 91/4 after 8 overs, the game hung in the balance, but James Vince’s masterful 82 off 49 balls turned the tide. His elegant cover drives and calculated aggression kept Karachi in the hunt, even as the required run rate crept above 10.
The turning point came in the 14th over when Vince and Khushdil Shah stitched a 70-run partnership, blending caution with audacious strokeplay. Khushdil’s quickfire 38 off 21, including three towering sixes, injected momentum, but his dismissal sparked a mini-collapse. With 28 needed off the final two overs, it was David Warner, Karachi’s captain, who stepped up. The Australian veteran, cool under pressure, smashed a crucial 18 not out off 8 balls, sealing the chase with a boundary off Chris Jordan in the final over.
The crowd erupted as Karachi clinched the game with four balls to spare, handing Multan their first defeat of the season. Warner credited his team’s belief, saying, “We backed ourselves to go hard, and the boys delivered under pressure.” Rizwan, gracious in defeat, admitted, “We set a strong total, but Karachi’s chase was clinical.”
This victory catapults Karachi Kings to the top of the PSL 2025 points table, signaling their intent to dominate. Fans are already buzzing for their next showdown, as the Kings look to build on this crushing triumph.
