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In a high energy contest of Pakistan Super League Season 11, Multan Sultans held their nerve to defeat Karachi Kings by 11 runs in the 28th match of the tournament. The game, played at the packed National Stadium Karachi, delivered drama till the final overs and kept fans glued to their seats.
Multan’s Strong Batting Sets the Tone
After Karachi Kings won the toss and chose to field, Multan Sultans came out with clear intent. From the start, their batters looked confident and played attacking shots without taking reckless risks. Shan Masood anchored the innings with a calm and responsible knock of 46 runs. He rotated the strike well and allowed others to play freely around him.
Meanwhile, Josh Philippe added momentum with a quick 44, while Awais Zafar chipped in with an important 36. Together, these contributions helped Multan reach a strong total of 207 for 7 in 20 overs. For Karachi, Khushdil Shah stood out with the ball and claimed three wickets, which helped restrict the damage at crucial moments. Still, the target looked challenging under the lights.
As a result, the pressure shifted firmly onto Karachi’s batting line-up.
Karachi’s Fight Falls Short Despite Brave Effort
In response, Karachi Kings showed intent and did not go down without a fight. Rassie van der Dussen kept hopes alive with a solid 49 runs, playing smart shots and finding gaps. Abbas Afridi surprised many with a useful 34, while Moeen Ali added energy with a quick 27.
However, as the chase went deeper, Multan’s bowlers tightened their grip. Arafat Minhas delivered a standout performance by taking three key wickets at crucial times. Peter Siddle also played his part with two important breakthroughs, slowing Karachi’s momentum.
Eventually, Karachi managed 196 runs in their 20 overs and fell short by 11 runs.
In conclusion, this win helped Multan Sultans strengthen their position in the points table, while Karachi Kings were left to reflect on another narrow defeat. Once again, PSL 11 proved why it remains one of the most exciting cricket leagues in the world.
