The 24th of the Pakistan Super League was held in Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium where the Kings Karachi was matched up against the United Islamabad on March 7, 2024. The event undoubtedly was thrilling encounter which captivated every audience member until the game closed.
Kings vs United Key Takeaways
| Match Result | Islamabad United emerged victorious, winning by 5 wickets with 8 balls remaining. |
|---|---|
| Player of the Match | Faheem Ashraf from Islamabad United showcased an exceptional all-round performance. |
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Karachi Kings’ Innings
In the first innings, the Kings team of Karachi batsmen marshaled 150/7 in their 20 overs quota. If we speak of one or two highlights made by Tim Seifert and James Vince, it appears that Karachi Kings solely failed to form credible kinship. For Islamabad United, it was Faheem Ashraf who was the pick of bowlers, and with his phenomenal form he was the most effective stopping them from scoring.
Karachi Kings’ Batting Highlights:
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Seifert | 26 | 19 | 5 | 0 | 136.84 |
| James Vince | 29 | 27 | 5 | 0 | 107.40 |
| Kieron Pollard | 39 | 28 | 3 | 3 | 139.28 |
Islamabad United’s Innings
While chasing a mark of 151 runs, Islamabad United was at the cusp of victory, making two crucial 18.4 overs batsmen with the contributions of Agha Salman, Shadab Khan, and Haider Ali. Despite a couple of initial misfortunes that swallowed up the hopes of main batting linearound, the athletes showed their class and grabbed the day.
Islamabad United’s Batting Highlights:
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agha Salman | 33 | 30 | 1 | 1 | 110.00 |
| Shadab Khan | 34 | 26 | 4 | 0 | 130.76 |
| Haider Ali | 26 | 16 | 2 | 1 | 162.50 |
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Karachi Kings’ Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mir Hamza | 4 | 0 | 41 | 3 | 10.25 |
| Blessing Muzarabani | 4 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 6.00 |
| Hasan Ali | 3.4 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 8.45 |
| Zahid Mahmood | 4 | 0 | 30 | 1 | 7.50 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 3 | 0 | 24 | 0 | 8.00 |
Islamabad United’s Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Forde | 2 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 9.00 |
| Hunain Shah | 4 | 0 | 36 | 1 | 9.00 |
| Imad Wasim | 4 | 0 | 18 | 1 | 4.50 |
| Faheem Ashraf | 4 | 0 | 16 | 2 | 4.00 |
| Tymal Mills | 4 | 0 | 34 | 3 | 8.50 |
| Shadab Khan | 2 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 11.00 |
Karachi Kings’ Batting Scorecard
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shan Masood (c) | 10 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 83.33 |
| Tim Seifert † | 26 | 19 | 5 | 0 | 136.84 |
| James Vince | 29 | 27 | 5 | 0 | 107.40 |
| Shoaib Malik | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 16.66 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 166.66 |
| Kieron Pollard | 39 | 28 | 3 | 3 | 139.28 |
| Irfan Khan | 16 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 123.07 |
| Hasan Ali | 6* | 8 | 0 | 0 | 75.00 |
| Mir Hamza | 2* | 4 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
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Islamabad United’s Batting Scorecard
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colin Munro | 9 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 81.81 |
| Alex Hales | 18 | 13 | 2 | 1 | 138.46 |
| Agha Salman | 33 | 30 | 1 | 1 | 110.00 |
| Shadab Khan | 34 | 26 | 4 | 0 | 130.76 |
| Azam Khan † | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 112.50 |
| Haider Ali | 26* | 16 | 2 | 1 | 162.50 |
| Faheem Ashraf | 12* | 8 | 0 | 1 | 150.00 |
These scorecards provide a detailed overview of the bowling and batting performances of both teams in the exciting clash between Karachi Kings and Islamabad United.
Match Flow
- Karachi Kings Innings: They managed to score 50 runs in the powerplay and reached 100 runs in 13.3 overs. However, they couldn’t accelerate as desired and ended with 150/7 in 20 overs.
- Islamabad United Innings: They started cautiously but picked up the pace gradually. They achieved the target with ease, scoring 151/5 in 18.4 overs.
Match Details
- Toss: Islamabad United won the toss and elected to field first.
- Player of the Match: Faheem Ashraf from Islamabad United for his excellent performance with both bat and ball.
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Conclusion
The collective character of Karachi Kings and Islamabad United gave all cricket fans a thrilling match of epic scale filled with anniversaries that triggered their heartbeat. Off all the middle-order players, Faheem successfully managed to take the match away from Lahore Qalandars with his fellow Islamabad United players as they too play a major role in the success of Pakistan Super League where an action-packed T20 cricket is presented.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who was the player of the match in the Kings vs United match?
Faheem Ashraf from Islamabad United was awarded the player of the match for his exceptional performance.
2. What was the final result of the match?
Islamabad United won the match by 5 wickets with 8 balls remaining.
3. Where was the match held?
The match took place at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
4. How many runs did Karachi Kings score in their innings?
Karachi Kings scored 150/7 in their allotted 20 overs.
5. Which team won the toss and what was their decision?
Islamabad United won the toss and elected to field first.