In the 22nd match of PSL 9, Quetta Gladiators managed to score 118 runs in 19.1 overs against Karachi Kings at Rawalpindi. The decision to field first by Kings’ captain Shan Masood proved to be a strategic move.
The Gladiators struggled to maintain their ground, with the exception of Saud Shakeel, the left-handed opening batsman. Shakeel scored a respectable 33 runs off 28 balls, hitting two fours and two sixes.
Hasan Ali, the seasoned right-arm fast bowler, was the star of the bowling side, claiming four wickets with an impressive economy rate of 3.75 in four overs. Zahid Mehmood, the spinner, and Blessing Muzarabani, the pacer, each took two wickets, providing valuable support to Hasan Ali.
This match presents a golden opportunity for Karachi Kings to secure two crucial points and stay in the race for the playoffs. Currently, they are in fifth place with 4 points and a NRR of -0.551. On the other hand, Quetta Gladiators are comfortably placed at the second position with 9 points.