- April 22, 2025
KK vs IU (Match – 10) – Highlights
In the 10th match of the Pakistan Super League held under the lights in Karachi on April 20, 2025, Islamabad United secured a commanding six-wicket triumph over Karachi Kings. Chasing a modest target of 129, United reached the finish line comfortably in 17.1 overs, with 17 deliveries to spare. The standout performer was Shadab Khan, whose all-round brilliance—scoring a composed 47 off 40 deliveries and claiming 2 wickets for just 17 runs—earned him the Player of the Match accolade.
Karachi Kings posted a modest total of 128 for 7 in their allotted 20 overs, struggling to gain momentum throughout the innings. Tim Seifert top-scored with a cautious 30 off 37 balls, while late fireworks from Abbas Afridi, who blasted 24 off just 9 deliveries, provided a much-needed boost. The top order faltered, with Warner, Vince, and Irfan Khan all falling cheaply. Saad Baig chipped in with a brisk 20, but consistent breakthroughs by Islamabad’s bowlers, especially Naseem Shah and Shadab Khan, kept the scoring in check. Holder’s disciplined spell also proved vital as Karachi failed to build any significant partnerships.
Islamabad United’s bowling unit delivered a composed performance to restrict Karachi Kings to 128 runs. Shadab Khan and Imad Wasim showcased precision, conceding only 17 runs each in their full quota, with Shadab also snaring two key wickets. Naseem Shah’s pace rattled the top order, earning him two scalps despite a slightly expensive spell. Holder, although costly with 39 runs conceded, picked up vital breakthroughs in the middle overs. Ben Dwarshuis maintained tight lines but went wicketless, while Nawaz and Shahzad bowled single overs.
Sahibzada Farhan set the tone of the win with a blistering 30 off just 18 balls, smashing five boundaries and a six. It was headed by Captain Shadab Khan, who scored 47 off 40 balls. Azam Khan chipped in with 31, steadying the middle order. Though Hasan Ali picked up two wickets for Karachi Kings and Abbas Afridi removed Shadab, the total proved insufficient. Mohammad Nawaz and Muhammad Shahzad saw the game through, sealing a confident win for United with a well-rounded batting display.
Karachi Kings’ bowlers fought hard but couldn’t defend the modest total. Hasan Ali led the charge with two crucial wickets, maintaining a tidy economy of 7.00 across his four overs. Abbas Afridi chipped in with one wicket but conceded 24 runs. Mohammad Nabi bowled with control, taking a wicket in his 2.1 overs while giving away just 12 runs. Mir Hamza, Aamer Jamal, and Khushdil Shah went wicketless despite economical efforts. The bowlers showed glimpses of discipline, delivering tight spells and containing boundaries, yet Islamabad United chased the target with poise, leaving Karachi’s attack searching for more impactful breakthroughs.
Karachi Kings vs Islamabad United Scoreboard
Karachi Kings – 128/7 (20.0)
Islamabad United – 129/4 (17.1)
Result – Islamabad United won by 6 wickets
Player of the match – Shadab Khan
Shadab Khan
KK vs IU Playing XIs
Karachi Kings | David Warner (c), Tim Seifert (wk), Abbas Afridi, Khushdil Shah, Hasan Ali, James Vince, Irfan Khan, Aamer Jamal, Mir Hamza, Mohammad Nabi, Saad Baig |
Islamabad United | Shadab Khan (c), Azam Khan (wk), Haider Ali, Naseem Shah, Colin Munro, Jason Holder, Imad Wasim, Ben Dwarshuis, Mohammad Nawaz, Muhammad Shahzad, Sahibzada Farhan |
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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