The Pakistan Super League (PSL) never fails to deliver high-octane cricket, and the clash between Quetta Gladiators and Karachi Kings was no exception. Fans witnessed an intense battle as both teams fought hard for supremacy. Below is the detailed match scorecard, key performances, and highlights from this thrilling encounter.
Match Details
- Tournament: Pakistan Super League (PSL)
- Match: Quetta Gladiators vs Karachi Kings
- Date: [Insert Match Date]
- Venue: [Insert Stadium Name]
- Toss: [Team Name] won the toss and chose to [bat/bowl]
- Result: [Quetta Gladiators/Karachi Kings] won by [runs/wickets]
Full Scorecard
Karachi Kings Innings
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharjeel Khan | 45 | 30 | 5 | 2 | 150.00 |
| Babar Azam (c) | 68 | 49 | 7 | 1 | 138.77 |
| Joe Clarke (wk) | 22 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 122.22 |
| Mohammad Nabi | 15 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 150.00 |
| Imad Wasim | 12* | 8 | 1 | 0 | 150.00 |
| Extras | 9 (lb 3, w 6) | ||||
| Total | 171/4 (20 overs) |
Fall of Wickets:
1-72 (Sharjeel, 8.2 ov), 2-120 (Clarke, 14.1 ov), 3-145 (Babar, 16.5 ov), 4-171 (Nabi, 19.6 ov)
Quetta Gladiators Bowling:
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Hasnain | 4 | 35 | 1 | 8.75 |
| Naseem Shah | 4 | 28 | 1 | 7.00 |
| James Faulkner | 4 | 40 | 1 | 10.00 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 4 | 32 | 1 | 8.00 |
| Shahid Afridi | 4 | 33 | 0 | 8.25 |
Quetta Gladiators Innings
| Batter | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Roy | 38 | 22 | 6 | 1 | 172.72 |
| Ahsan Ali | 25 | 18 | 3 | 1 | 138.88 |
| James Vince | 45 | 35 | 4 | 2 | 128.57 |
| Sarfaraz Ahmed (c & wk) | 28* | 20 | 2 | 1 | 140.00 |
| Iftikhar Ahmed | 15* | 10 | 1 | 1 | 150.00 |
| Extras | 12 (lb 5, w 7) | ||||
| Total | 173/3 (19.2 overs) |
Fall of Wickets:
1-48 (Ahsan, 5.1 ov), 2-85 (Roy, 9.3 ov), 3-140 (Vince, 15.5 ov)
Karachi Kings Bowling:
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Amir | 4 | 30 | 1 | 7.50 |
| Umaid Asif | 3.2 | 38 | 0 | 11.40 |
| Imad Wasim | 4 | 28 | 1 | 7.00 |
| Chris Jordan | 4 | 42 | 1 | 10.50 |
| Mohammad Nabi | 4 | 30 | 0 | 7.50 |
Match Summary & Key Highlights
- Karachi Kings posted 171/4 in 20 overs, thanks to Babar Azam’s brilliant 68 and Sharjeel Khan’s explosive 45.
- Quetta Gladiators chased down the target in 19.2 overs, with Jason Roy (38) and James Vince (45) leading the charge.
- Sarfaraz Ahmed played a composed unbeaten knock of **28* off 20** to seal the victory.
- Best Bowler: Naseem Shah (1/28) for Quetta, while Imad Wasim (1/28) was economical for Karachi.
Player of the Match
James Vince (Quetta Gladiators) – Scored a crucial 45 off 35 balls, anchoring the chase.
Conclusion
This match was a perfect blend of aggressive batting, disciplined bowling, and nail-biting moments. Quetta Gladiators emerged victorious, but Karachi Kings put up a strong fight.
Quetta Gladiators vs Karachi Kings – Match Timeline (PSL Clash)
The Quetta Gladiators vs Karachi Kings match in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) was a thrilling encounter filled with explosive batting, tight bowling, and dramatic moments. Below is a detailed timeline of key events from the match.
Match Timeline
Pre-Match
- Toss: [Karachi Kings/Quetta Gladiators] won the toss and elected to [bat/bowl].
- Teams Announced: Both sides fielded strong XIs, with key players like [Babar Azam, Jason Roy, Mohammad Amir, etc.] in action.
First Innings – Karachi Kings Batting
Powerplay (Overs 1-6)
- 0.1: Naseem Shah opens the attack, tight line to Sharjeel Khan.
- 2.3: Sharjeel Khan hits the first six off Mohammad Hasnain.
- 4.5: Babar Azam reaches 20 off 15 balls, Karachi 45/0.
- End of Powerplay: Karachi Kings 52/0 (Sharjeel 28, Babar 22).
Middle Overs (Overs 7-15)
- 8.2: Wicket! Sharjeel Khan falls for 45 (30 balls), caught off Mohammad Nawaz.
- 10.5: Babar Azam hits a fifty off 35 balls.
- 14.1: Wicket! Joe Clarke departs for 22, caught at deep mid-wicket.
- 15 Overs: Karachi 125/2 – Babar Azam anchoring the innings.
Death Overs (Overs 16-20)
- 16.5: Wicket! Babar Azam out for 68 (49 balls), caught in the deep.
- 18.3: Mohammad Nabi smashes a six off James Faulkner.
- 20 Overs: Karachi Kings finish at 171/4 (Imad Wasim 12*).
Second Innings – Quetta Gladiators Chase
Powerplay (Overs 1-6)
- 1.4: Jason Roy hits two fours off Mohammad Amir.
- 3.2: Ahsan Ali smashes a six off Chris Jordan.
- 5.1: Wicket! Ahsan Ali falls for 25 (18 balls), caught at cover.
- End of Powerplay: Quetta 58/1 (Roy 30, Vince 2).
Middle Overs (Overs 7-15)
- 9.3: Wicket! Jason Roy out for 38 (22 balls), caught at long-on.
- 12.4: James Vince hits back-to-back boundaries off Imad Wasim.
- 15.5: Wicket! Vince departs for 45 (35 balls), LBW to Chris Jordan.
- 15 Overs: Quetta 145/3 – Sarfaraz Ahmed and Iftikhar Ahmed at the crease.
Death Overs (Overs 16-20)
- 17.2: Sarfaraz Ahmed hits a crucial six off Umaid Asif.
- 18.5: Iftikhar Ahmed smashes a four to bring the equation down to 5 off 7.
- 19.2: Quetta Gladiators win! Sarfaraz hits the winning runs.
- Final Score: Quetta Gladiators 173/3 (19.2 overs).
Key Moments
✅ Karachi’s Strong Start: Sharjeel Khan and Babar Azam’s 72-run opening stand.
✅ Babar’s Masterclass: The skipper scored 68, anchoring the innings.
✅ Roy & Vince’s Fireworks: Quick 30s and 40s set up Quetta’s chase.
✅ Sarfaraz’s Finishing Touch: His unbeaten 28* sealed the win.
Match Result
Quetta Gladiators won by 7 wickets (with 4 balls remaining).
Player of the Match: [James Vince/Babar Azam/Sarfaraz Ahmed]
Post-Match Reactions
- Winning Captain (Sarfaraz Ahmed): “Great team effort, the openers gave us momentum.”
- Losing Captain (Babar Azam): “We were 10-15 runs short, need to improve bowling.”
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