- May 19, 2025
MS vs QG (Match – 28) – Highlights
In a gripping contest brimming with power-hitting and momentum swings, Quetta Gladiators edged past Multan Sultans by 2 wickets, chasing down a stiff target of 186 runs with just a ball to spare in a high-octane T20 encounter.
Put into bat first, Multan Sultans posted a competitive 185/7 from their allotted 20 overs, powered by a blazing start from Yasir Khan, who struck an authoritative 45 off 25 balls, peppered with six boundaries and two maximums. Despite losing skipper Mohammad Rizwan early for just 4, Multan found stability through Jahanzaib Sultan (25 off 21) and Tayyab Tahir (36 off 24), both of whom kept the scoreboard ticking at a brisk rate.
Middle-order contributions from Hamayun Altaf (16), Muhammad Amir Barki (21*), and an explosive cameo by Shahid Aziz (29 off 14) elevated Multan’s total to a strong 185. However, it was Usman Tariq who stood out for Quetta with the ball, returning impressive figures of 3/32 in his four overs, dismantling the core of Multan’s batting unit at crucial intervals. Mohammad Wasim, Faheem Ashraf, Abrar Ahmed, and Khurram Shahzad chipped in with a wicket apiece.
In response, Quetta Gladiators launched their chase with an aggressive mindset. After the early loss of Saud Shakeel (18 off 24), Khawaja Nafay took charge with a dazzling 51 off just 26 balls, laced with five fours and four sixes, injecting vital momentum into the innings.
Though wickets continued to fall at intervals — including Avishka Fernando (7) and Danish Aziz (0) — Hasan Nawaz anchored the chase with a magnificent 67 off 38 balls*, showcasing composure and clean striking. His six towering sixes were instrumental in keeping Quetta on track as the asking rate climbed in the final overs.
Crucially, Dinesh Chandimal chipped in with 17 off 10, while Faheem Ashraf contributed a fiery 16 off 9. Even as Quetta stumbled towards the end, losing three wickets quickly, Hasan Nawaz’s presence ensured they crossed the finish line, eventually reaching 190/8 in 19.5 overs.
For Multan, Shahid Aziz was the pick of the bowlers, returning an outstanding 3/29, including the key scalps of Nafay, Fernando, and Ashraf. Peter Hatzoglou, Mohammad Hasnain, and Ubaid Shah picked up a wicket each, but lacked the incisiveness to stop the Quetta batters during the death overs.
This thrilling result underscores Quetta Gladiators’ batting depth and ability to handle pressure. At the same time, Multan Sultans will rue their missed opportunities in the field and inability to defend a substantial total. With this thrilling win, Quetta Gladiators not only secure crucial points but also boost their net run rate in the ongoing tournament, setting the tone for the matches ahead.
Multan Sultans vs Quetta Gladiators Scoreboard
Multan Sultans – 185/7 (20.0)
Quetta Gladiators – 190/8 (20.0)
Result – Quetta Gladiators won by 2 wickets
Player of the match – Hasan Nawaz
Hasan Nawaz
MS vs QG Playing XIs
Multan Sultans | Yasir Khan, Mohammad Rizwan, Jahanzaib Sultan, Tayyab Tahir, Hamayun Altaf, Muhammad Amir Barki, Peter Hatzoglou, Shahid Aziz, Mohammad Hasnain, Ubaid Shah, Dilshan Madushanka |
Quetta Gladiators | Saud Shakeel, Khawaja Nafay, Avishka Fernando, Hasan Nawaz, Dinesh Chandimal, Danish Aziz, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Wasim, Abrar Ahmed, Khurram Shahzad, Usman Tariq |
Disclaimer: These Match highlights reflect the author’s insights and analysis. Readers are encouraged to consider the points discussed and form their own conclusions.
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