In a rain-affected match of HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10, Karachi Kings defeated Lahore Qalandars by 4 wickets, earning two crucial points.
The 24th match of PSL 10 took place at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, where Karachi Kings won the toss and opted to field first. Lahore Qalandars were off to a strong start, scoring 90 runs for the loss of one wicket in just 7.5 overs before light rain interrupted the game. As a result, the match was shortened, with each inning limited to 15 overs under the revised DLS (Duckworth-Lewis) method.
Lahore Qalandars managed to score 160 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their 15 overs. Mohammad Naeem top-scored with 65 runs, while Fakhar Zaman contributed 51 runs. For Karachi Kings, Abbas Afridi was the standout performer, taking 4 wickets.
In reply, Karachi Kings chased down the revised target of 168 runs in 15 overs with ease, reaching the target in the 15th over with the loss of 6 wickets. David Warner and Tim Seifert both scored 24 runs, while Saad Baig contributed 25 runs. Khushdil Shah and Mohammad Nabi scored 9 and 15 runs, respectively.
In the final overs, Irfan Khan Niazi played a blistering innings, scoring 48 runs off just 21 balls, leading Karachi Kings to victory. His quick-fire knock included 5 sixes and 2 fours.
Points Table
As of now, Quetta Gladiators lead the PSL 10 points table with 11 points from 8 matches. Islamabad United follows closely in second place with 10 points from 8 matches.
Karachi Kings are in third place with 10 points from 8 matches, having won 5 of their games. Lahore Qalandars, with 9 points from 9 matches, are in fourth place, while Peshawar Zalmi holds the fifth spot with 6 points.
Multan Sultans are at the bottom of the table and have been eliminated from the race for the trophy.
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