Quetta Gladiators High-Voltage Finish to the League Stage
In one of the most thrilling matches of PSL 2025, Quetta Gladiators chased down a massive 186-run target off the final delivery to defeat Multan Sultans by 2 wickets at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The clash had everything — big hits, wickets tumbling, momentum swings — and a stunning chase orchestrated by two young stars: Hassan Nawaz and Khawaja Nafay.
Multan Post a Strong Total but Fail to Defend
Put in to bat first, Multan got off to a flying start thanks to Yasir Khan’s brisk 45 off 25 and Tayyab Tahir’s 36 off 24. They kept the scoreboard ticking, with Shahid Aziz (29 off 14) providing late fireworks to post a competitive 185/7 in their 20 overs. However, despite the strong batting display, the bowlers failed to hold their nerve under pressure.
Quetta Gladiators Young Guns Lead the Chase
The chase began with early jitters, but then came the match-defining partnership between Hassan Nawaz and Khawaja Nafay. The duo took on the Multan bowling attack fearlessly, finding boundaries at regular intervals.
- Hassan Nawaz: 67* off 38 balls (Player of the Match)
- Khawaja Nafay: 51 off 26 balls
Their counterattack stunned Multan and brought the equation down to a run-a-ball finish. Despite a few late wickets and nervous moments, Quetta crossed the line off the final ball, proving why they are at the top of points table..
Bowling Highlights
For Quetta, Usman Tariq stood out with figures of 3/32, while Mohammad Wasim Jr. and Faheem Ashraf chipped in with a wicket each. Multan’s bowling earlier in the match was led by Shahid Aziz (3/29), while Ubaid Shah and Peter Hatzoglou kept things tight in the middle overs.
Multan Sultans’ Forgettable Campaign
This loss capped off a disappointing season for Multan Sultans, who managed to win just 1 out of their 10 matches, finishing at the bottom of the points table. Despite flashes of brilliance, the team never found consistency.
Final Thoughts
With the playoffs on the horizon, Quetta Gladiators will take great confidence from this last-ball win. The emergence of young talent like Hassan Nawaz and Khawaja Nafay is a major boost. Hassan Nawaz has emerged as a rising star in the PSL, delivering exceptional performances in his last three innings. He has scored two blistering half-centuries and a stunning century, showcasing his ability to anchor and finish games under pressure.
With Quetta needing 11 runs in the final over, Hassan sealed the game in style by smashing two towering sixes off Mohammad Hasnain, leading his team to a thrilling last-ball win. His form is turning heads across the league. As for Multan, it’s back to the drawing board ahead of the next season.
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