Providing a great show and subduing their opponent, Multan Sultans clinched a 55 run victory against Karachi Kings at Multan Cricket Stadium. Marked as the 3rd match of the tournament, which was played on February 18, 2024, the clash witnessed both Reeza Hendricks and David Willey in their full might and this power carried Sultans to victory.
Multan Sultans Victory in PSL 9 Key Takeaways
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Match Result | Multan Sultans defeated Karachi Kings by 55 runs |
| Outstanding Performers | Reeza Hendricks (79* runs) and David Willey (2 wickets) |
| Innings Breakdown | Multan Sultans: 185/2 in 20 overs; Karachi Kings: 130/8 in 20 overs |
| Player of the Match | Reeza Hendricks |
| Toss | Karachi Kings won and elected to field first |
| Series | Pakistan Super League |
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Multan Sultans’ Dominance
Multan Sultans, who missed the title by just losing the final against Lahore Qalandars in the last season’s final, took off the season in great style. The toss brought Sultans captain who opted to post a target after winning. Their overseas recruits Reeza Hendricks and Dawid Malan brought quick runs, and a total of 185/2 was set. Hendricks’ shots were impeccable—79 runs in 54 balls unbeaten—and Malan wasn’t far behind with a gritty 52.
Karachi Kings’ Struggle
Karachi Kings found themselves pitted against a challenging pursuit, which saw their batting line-up crumbling against Sultans’ bowling attack. In addition to which the performance of veteran Shoaib Malik whose score was 53 off 35 balls was worthy of praise while the innings of Kieron Pollard (28*) was also heroic but Kings did not have enough needed momentum. Multan’s bowlers led by Mohammad Ali (3 wickets) and David Willey ( 2 wickets) took away Kings’ batting line-up, left them chasing 130 in 20 overs.
Match Flow Analysis
Multan Sultans Innings
- Powerplay 1: Sultans scored 53 runs for the loss of 1 wicket.
- Reeza Hendricks and Dawid Malan’s partnership of 121 runs set the stage for a competitive total.
- Hendricks’ unbeaten knock propelled Sultans to a commanding total of 185/2 in 20 overs.
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Karachi Kings Innings
- Despite a promising start in the powerplay, Karachi Kings struggled to maintain momentum.
- Shoaib Malik’s fifty and Kieron Pollard’s late surge were not enough as Kings fell short of the target.
- Multan Sultans’ bowlers showcased disciplined bowling to secure a comprehensive victory.
Batting Scorecard
Multan Sultans (20 overs maximum)
| Batsman | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Rizwan (c) | lbw b Mir Hamza | 11 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 91.66 |
| Dawid Malan | c sub (Irfan Khan) b Sams | 52 | 41 | 4 | 1 | 126.82 |
| Reeza Hendricks (not out) | – | 79 | 54 | 7 | 3 | 146.29 |
| Khushdil Shah (not out) | – | 28 | 13 | 4 | 0 | 215.38 |
| Extras | 15 | |||||
| Total | 185/2 |
Karachi Kings (Target: 186 runs from 20 overs)
| Batsman | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shan Masood (c) | c Willey b Usama Mir | 30 | 31 | 4 | 1 | 96.77 |
| James Vince | c Mohammad Ali b Willey | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 125.00 |
| Saad Baig (†) | b Willey | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Shoaib Malik | c Usama Mir b Afridi | 53 | 35 | 5 | 2 | 151.42 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | c Hendricks b Afridi | 7 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 70.00 |
| Kieron Pollard (not out) | – | 28 | 29 | 4 | 1 | 96.55 |
| Daniel Sams | b Mohammad Ali | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Hasan Ali | lbw b Mohammad Ali | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Mir Hamza | lbw b Mohammad Ali | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Tabraiz Shamsi (not out) | – | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Extras | 7 | |||||
| Total | 130/8 |
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Bowling Scorecard
Multan Sultans
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mir Hamza | 4 | 0 | 30 | 1 | 7.50 |
| Mohammad Amir Khan | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 7.00 |
| Daniel Sams | 4 | 0 | 37 | 1 | 9.25 |
| Shoaib Malik | 2 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 5.00 |
| Hasan Ali | 4 | 0 | 38 | 0 | 9.50 |
| Tabraiz Shamsi | 4 | 0 | 45 | 0 | 11.25 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 1 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 11.00 |
Karachi Kings
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Willey | 4 | 0 | 22 | 2 | 5.50 |
| Mohammad Ali | 4 | 0 | 23 | 3 | 5.75 |
| Shahnawaz Dahani | 3 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 10.00 |
| Abbas Afridi | 3 | 0 | 16 | 2 | 5.33 |
| Usama Mir | 4 | 0 | 14 | 1 | 3.50 |
| Iftikhar Ahmed | 2 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 11.50 |
These scorecards encapsulate the batting and bowling performances of both Multan Sultans and Karachi Kings in the thrilling encounter of the Pakistan Super League.
Conclusion
In an action-packed encounter, the heads of Multan earned match points by defeating Karachi Kings. Employing the competent batting of Reeza Hendricks was the key factor in the Sultans achievement of the convincing victory. With upcoming matches, teams aim to make the most of the chance and claim the prestigious PSL championship title.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who was the top performer for Multan Sultans in the match?
Reeza Hendricks was the standout performer for Multan Sultans, scoring an unbeaten 79 runs.
2. What was the result of the match between Multan Sultans and Karachi Kings?
Multan Sultans emerged victorious, defeating Karachi Kings by 55 runs.
3. Who won the toss, and what was their decision?
Karachi Kings won the toss and elected to field first.
4. How did Dawid Malan contribute to Multan Sultans’ innings?
Dawid Malan played a crucial role by scoring a resilient 52 runs in partnership with Reeza Hendricks.
5. Which bowler from Multan Sultans impressed with their performance?
Mohammad Ali stood out with the ball for Multan Sultans, claiming 3 wickets.