Islamabad United Win Over Lahore Qalandars in PSL Thriller
In a thrilling encounter between Islamabad United and Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Islamabad emerged victorious with a brilliant display of batting and bowling. The match, held at an electrifying venue, showcased outstanding performances from both teams, making it a memorable spectacle for cricket enthusiasts.
Lahore Qalandars Innings:
Explosive Start, Dominant Middle Order, and a Dash of Drama
Lahore Qalandars began their innings with an explosive start, with opener Fakhar Zaman showing promise. However, his innings was short-lived as he fell victim to the bowling prowess of Hasan Ali, caught by Ashraf. Sahibzada Farhan stepped up with a blistering 57 off 36 deliveries, including eight boundaries and a six, setting the stage for a formidable total.
Rassie van der Dussen played a spectacular unbeaten knock, anchoring the innings with 71 runs off 41 balls. Abdullah Shafique and David Wiese contributed valuable runs, but it was van der Dussen’s exceptional performance that stood out. The drama unfolded in the final over when Shaheen Afridi was run out on the last ball, adding a touch of excitement to Lahore Qalandars’ innings.
Bowling Highlights for Islamabad United
Islamabad United’s bowlers put up a commendable performance to restrict Lahore Qalandars. Naseem Shah and Tymal Mills were the standout bowlers, with Mills scalping two crucial wickets. Shadab Khan also played a vital role, taking one wicket and applying pressure on the opposition. The disciplined bowling effort restricted Lahore to a competitive but chaseable total of 195/5 in 20 overs.
Islamabad United Innings:
Hales and Khan Lead the Charge
Chasing a target of 196, Islamabad United faced an early setback with the dismissal of Colin Munro. However, Alex Hales and captain Shadab Khan took charge of the innings with a resilient partnership. Hales, scoring 36 off 28 balls, showcased his power-hitting prowess before being dismissed by Salman Fayyaz.
Shadab Khan’s Explosive Knock and Agha Salman’s Finishing Touch
Shadab Khan played a captain’s innings, remaining unbeaten with a scintillating 75 off 41 deliveries. His innings included six boundaries and five towering sixes, steering Islamabad United towards victory. Agha Salman played the perfect supporting role, contributing a quick-fire 65 off 31 balls, sealing the win with a flurry of boundaries and sixes.
Bowling Efforts by Lahore Qalandars
Lahore Qalandars’ bowling unit struggled to contain the aggressive batting of Islamabad United. Zaman Khan managed to pick up a wicket, but the rest of the bowlers found it challenging to break the partnership between Hales and Shadab Khan. Despite Salman Fayyaz dismissing Hales, the damage had been done, and Islamabad United comfortably reached the target.
Match Details and Umpiring Decisions:
The match was officiated by seasoned umpires Aleem Dar and Michael Gough, with Tariq Rasheed serving as the TV umpire. Muhammad Javed took on the role of the match referee. The officiating team ensured fair play and maintained the integrity of the game.
Lahore Qalandars vs Islamabad United — 1st Match
Islamabad United won by 8 wickets (with 10 balls remaining)
- ISLAMABAD UNITED 200/2 ( 18.2 OVERS)
- LAHORE QALANDARS 195/5 ( 20 OVERS)
Lahore Qalandars Innings
| Batting | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fakhar Zaman | c Ashraf b Khan | 13 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 100 |
| Sahibzada Farhan | c Khan b Mills | 57 | 36 | 8 | 1 | 158 |
| Rassie van der Dussen | Not Out | 71 | 41 | 4 | 3 | 173 |
| Abdullah Shafique | b Mills | 28 | 22 | 0 | 3 | 127 |
| David Wiese | c Hales b Shah | 14 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 175 |
| Shaheen Afridi | run out Agha Salman | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bowling | O | M | R | W | ECON | NB | WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naseem Shah | 4 | 0 | 36 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 6 |
| Ubaid Shah | 1 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| Faheem Ashraf | 3 | 0 | 40 | 0 | 13.33 | 0 | 0 |
| Imad Wasim | 4 | 0 | 33 | 0 | 8.25 | 0 | 2 |
| Shadab Khan | 4 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| Tymal Mills | 4 | 0 | 45 | 2 | 11.25 | 0 | 0 |
Islamabad United Innings
| Batting | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colin Munro | lbw b Zaman Khan | 6 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 55 |
| Alex Hales | c & b Salman Fayyaz | 36 | 28 | 5 | 1 | 129 |
| Shadab Khan | Not Out | 75 | 41 | 6 | 5 | 183 |
| Agha Salman | Not Out | 65 | 31 | 7 | 3 | 210 |
| Bowling | O | M | R | W | ECON | NB | WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaheen Afridi | 4 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 7.75 | 0 | 3 |
| Zaman Khan | 3 | 0 | 34 | 1 | 11.33 | 0 | 2 |
| Jahandad Khan | 4 | 0 | 40 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 3 |
| Haris Rauf | 3 | 0 | 38 | 0 | 12.67 | 0 | 0 |
| Salman Fayyaz | 2.2 | 0 | 23 | 1 | 9.86 | 0 | 0 |
| David Wiese | 2 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 12.5 | 0 | 0 |
Match Details
| First Umpire | Aleem Dar |
| Second Umpire | Michael Gough |
| TV Umpire | Tariq Rasheed |
| Referee | Muhammad Javed |
| Man of the Match | – |
Playing XI
| Lahore Qalandars | Islamabad United |
|---|---|
| Fakhar Zaman | Alex Hales |
| Abdullah Shafique | Colin Munro |
| Rassie van der Dussen | Agha Salman |
| Lorcan Tucker | Haider Ali |
| Sahibzada Farhan | Azam Khan |
| David Wiese | Shadab Khan |
| Jahandad Khan | Faheem Ashraf |
| Shaheen Afridi | Imad Wasim |
| Zaman Khan | Naseem Shah |
| Haris Rauf | Ubaid Shah |
| Salman Fayyaz | Tymal Mills |
In conclusion, Islamabad United’s stellar batting performance, led by Shadab Khan and supported by Agha Salman, secured a thrilling victory over Lahore Qalandars. The match provided fans with high-quality cricket entertainment and showcased the competitive spirit of the Pakistan Super League.
