Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings: Karachi Wins PSL 2025 Match with Record Chase

In one of the most thrilling matches of PSL 2025, Karachi Kings pulled off a stunning chase against Multan Sultans, winning by 4 wickets in a high-scoring battle at National Bank Stadium. James Vince’s explosive century (101 off 43 balls) and Khushdil Shah’s fiery 60 (37 balls) guided Karachi to the third-highest successful chase in PSL history – 236 runs in just 19.2 overs.

Match Highlights: Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings

Multan Sultans Set a Huge Total in PSL 2025

Multan Sultans, led by captain Mohammad Rizwan, batted first after Karachi Kings’ captain David Warner won the toss and chose to bowl. The Sultans got off to a blazing start, scoring 17 runs in the first over bowled by Adam Milne and 16 in the fifth over from Abbas Afridi. Despite losing Shai Hope early, caught behind off Hasan Ali, Multan reached 63-1 by the end of the powerplay.

Rizwan anchored the innings with a brilliant century, scoring an unbeaten 105 off 63 balls, including nine fours and five sixes. He was supported by Kamran Ghulam’s quick 36 off 19 balls and Michael Bracewell’s explosive 44 not out off just 17 balls, with five fours and three sixes. Multan finished at a daunting 234-3 in 20 overs, setting a tough challenge for Karachi Kings in this Karachi vs Multan clash.

Multan Sultans Post Huge Total (234/3)

• Mohammad Rizwan shined with an unbeaten 105 (63 balls), his 4th T20 century.
• Michael Bracewell smashed 44 (17 balls)* with 5 fours and 3 sixes.
• Kamran Ghulam contributed 36 (19 balls) before falling to Abbas Afridi, who took his 100th T20 wicket.
• Multan finished strong with 74 runs in the last 4 overs.

Performers Multan Sultans

Karachi Kings’ Record Chase in Multan vs Karachi Match

Chasing 235, Karachi Kings started strongly with Tim Seifert smashing 32 off 16 balls, but early wickets of Seifert and Warner (12 off 6) left them at 52-2 after five overs. By the seventh over, Karachi were struggling at 79-4, with Multan’s Akif Javed picking up three wickets.

Enter James Vince and Khushdil Shah, who turned the game around with a sensational 142-run partnership for the fifth wicket—the highest in PSL history for that position. Vince smashed a breathtaking 101 off 43 balls, hitting 14 fours and four sixes, while Khushdil’s 60 off 37 balls included five fours and four sixes. Their aggressive batting brought Karachi within reach of the target.

With 13 runs needed off the last 10 balls, both Vince and Khushdil fell, but Abbas Afridi sealed the victory with a towering six in the 20th over, finishing the chase at 236-6 in 19.2 overs. This Karachi Kings vs Multan Sultans match will be remembered as a classic PSL run-fest!

Karachi Kings’ Record Chase (236/6)

• James Vince hit the fastest PSL 2025 century (43 balls) with 14 fours and 4 sixes.
• Khushdil Shah supported with a 37-ball 60, including 5 fours and 4 sixes.
• The duo set a PSL record 142-run 5th-wicket partnership in just 68 balls.
• Tim Seifert (32 off 16) gave a quick start, but Akif Javed (3/41) kept Multan in the game.
• Karachi won with 4 balls left, thanks to a final-over six by Abbas Afridi.

Moments of the Match

• Rizwan’s Century in Vain – Despite his brilliant knock, Multan couldn’t defend 234.
• Vince & Khushdil’s Record Stand – Their 142-run partnership turned the game.
• Karachi’s Fastest Chase of 230+ – Only the 3rd time in PSL history.
• Bowlers Struggled – Except for Akif Javed, all bowlers went for runs.

Scorecard Summary (KK vs MS, PSL 2025)

Player of the Match: James Vince

Vince’s 43-ball century was the difference, earning him the Man of the Match award.

What’s Next in PSL 2025?

• Next Match: Quetta Gladiators vs Lahore Qalandars (14 April, Rawalpindi)
• Where to Watch PSL Live? PTV Sports, Sony Sports, and streaming platforms.

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