Crushing Multan Sultans with All-Round Superiority: Karachi Kings Shine in PSL 10
Fiery Karachi Kings Storm Past Struggling Multan Sultans by 87 Runs
In a lopsided clash at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, the Karachi Kings demonstrated their dominance, outclassing the Multan Sultans by a massive 87 runs in a one-sided contest on Thursday.
Karachi's powerful batting lineup racked up an impressive 204 for 4 in their 20 overs, leaving the Sultans in disarray. The Kings' innings was propelled by an unbeaten 65 off 45 balls from James Vince, who held the innings together after initial fireworks from Tim Seifert (22 off 11) and David Warner (30 off 13).
They launched an aggressive assault early, racing to 57 inside four overs. Irfan Khan added 40 off 33, while Khushdil Shah's rapid-fire 33* off just 13 balls ensured a thrilling finish.
Multan's bowlers struggled to keep the Kings in check, with Ubaid Shah (2/49) and Curtis Campher (1/27) being among the few wicket-takers. The pressure mounted significantly when Michael Bracewell went for 24 in a single over.
Multan's chase never gathered momentum. They lost early wickets, with captain Mohammad Rizwan dismissed for a golden duck. The top order faltered under pressure, slumping to 3 down for just 34 runs inside the powerplay. Only Yasir Khan (26) and Kamran Ghulam (29) offered some resistance.
Karachi's bowlers shared the spoils. Standout performances came from veteran spinner Mohammad Nabi (3 for 14 in 4 overs), Khushdil Shah (2/26), and Mir Hamza (2/15), who ensured no respite for the Sultans.
Meanwhile, in another PSL 10 match, Lahore Qalandars snowballed to an 88-run victory over Islamabad United. Moving on, the host team Lahore Qalandars will clash with Quetta Gladiators in the second match of the day, starting at 8:00 PM.
Historical PSL Winners
- PSL 2016: Islamabad United
- PSL 2017: Peshawar Zalmi
- PSL 2018: Islamabad United
- PSL 2019: Quetta Gladiators
- PSL 2020: Karachi Kings
- PSL 2021: Multan Sultans
- PSL 2022: Lahore Qalandars
- PSL 2023: Lahore Qalandars (again)
- PSL 2024: Islamabad United (on the comeback trail)
Multan Sultans: A Glance
The Multan Sultans have showcased impressive batting prowess during PSL 2023. They set the highest-ever team total in PSL history with 262/3 against Quetta Gladiators in Rawalpindi, powered by Usman Khan's brutal 120 off 43 balls [1][4]. The match featured 33 sixes [1], demonstrating their aggressive approach.
Although Multan's 2023 campaign showcased high-scoring performances, specific details about their elimination during the tournament are not explicitly covered in the available data. The season, however, is highlighted for its record-breaking batting displays, rather than their tournament exit [1][4].
For current context (May 2025), Multan remains a competitive side, though they recently suffered an 87-run loss to Karachi Kings in a record-breaking defeat [2]. Their overall record exhibits a balanced performance (45 wins in 81 matches) [3], emphasizing consistency but not necessarily championship success.
Multan Sultans: Highlights
- PSL Record-Breaking Total: 262/3 vs. Quetta (2023) [1].
- Individual Brilliance: Usman Khan’s 120 (43 balls, 2023) [1][4].
- Consistent Results: Mid-table aggregate record (45 wins in 81 matches) [3].
In the recent game, the Multan Sultans faced a devastating defeat against the Karachi Kings, losing by an impressive 87 runs. This loss came despite a competitive record of 45 wins in 81 matches. In another instance, the Sultans broke the PSL record by setting the highest-ever team total in 2023 with 262/3 against the Quetta Gladiators, a testament to their potent batting power.
