PSL 2025: Quetta Rise to 2nd After Win Against Multan | Quetta Gladiators continued their impressive run in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) with a commanding victory over Multan Sultans, bowling them out for a record-low total before chasing down the target with ease at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on Tuesday night.
Khurram Shahzad’s Fiery Spell Decimates Multan
The match was defined by a sensational bowling performance from Quetta’s pace attack, led by Khurram Shahzad, who dismantled Multan’s top order with a four-wicket haul. The right-arm seamer struck early, claiming four wickets in his first 11 deliveries, leaving the Sultans reeling at 20/4. His figures of 4/23 in four overs set the tone for a dominant display.
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Supporting Khurram, Mohammad Wasim Jr (2/18) and Faheem Ashraf (2/21) kept the pressure on, ensuring Multan never recovered. The Sultans were bundled out for just 89 in 17 overs—their lowest total in PSL history. Captain Mohammad Rizwan fought a lone battle with an unbeaten 44, but with no other batter crossing 11 runs, the innings collapsed swiftly.
Quetta’s Openers Seal the Win in a Blitz
In reply, Quetta’s openers Finn Allen and Saud Shakeel made light work of the chase, smashing 90 runs in just 6.5 overs without losing a wicket. Allen blazed his way to 45* off 21 balls, including five sixes, while Shakeel remained unbeaten on 42 off 20 deliveries, hitting four sixes. The aggressive partnership ensured Quetta secured their third straight win, moving them to second place in the standings.
Multan’s Struggles Continue
For Multan Sultans, the defeat marked their sixth loss in seven games, leaving them at the bottom of the table. Their batting woes were exposed once again, with only Rizwan showing resistance. They will look to bounce back in their next match against Karachi Kings on May 1 in Lahore.
Quetta Gladiators, meanwhile, will aim to maintain their momentum as they push for a playoff spot in the remaining fixtures. With their bowlers in top form and batters firing, they have emerged as strong contenders in this year’s PSL.
