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Multan Sultans captain Mohammad Rizwan remains hopeful for a turnaround in Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10, highlighting the importance of strong performances on their home ground.

Multan Sultans, who have not yet won a game in PSL 10, will face Lahore Qalandars at Multan Cricket Stadium tomorrow. They will then play against the defending champions, Islamabad United, on April 23.

While speaking to the media ahead of the match, Rizwan said he was optimistic about their next two home matches.

“It’s great that our next two matches are in Multan, in front of our fans. But to get the desired outcomes, we’ll need to play good cricket,” Rizwan said.

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Reflecting on the team’s recent performances, Mohammad Rizwan acknowledged there were positives but highlighted fielding as a major concern.

“There were positives in all three of our previous matches, but we have to focus on our fielding — that’s where we’ve let games slip away.”

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“If we get our fielding right, the entire tournament can go our way,” he added.

The right-hander mentioned the unpredictable nature of the tournament and expressed confidence in the team’s ability to bounce back.

“This is a big tournament — you never know until the very end which teams will qualify or go out. But once we build momentum, we’ll climb the table, ” he said.

While addressing his personal form, Mohammad Rizwan said he was satisfied with his performance so far.

“What’s gone is gone. Every day is a new day. The next match is what matters. There were good and bad moments in past games, but overall, I’m satisfied with my performance,” Mohammad Rizwan concluded.

Despite the defeats of Multan Sultans, Mohammad Rizwan has remained in top form, scoring 158 runs in three matches, including a century.

READ: WATCH: New Zealand all-rounder Mark Chapman joins Quetta Gladiators for PSL 10

New Zealand all-rounder Mark Chapman has joined Quetta Gladiators for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 ahead of their fixture against Karachi Kings.

The news of Chapman’s arrival was shared on the franchise’s social media handles in a video featuring the legendary West Indies cricketer Sir Vivian Richards.

“Belligerent hitter Mark Chapman has donned the #PurpleForce kit. It’s no mercy time for the bowlers, beware!” Quetta Gladiators wrote in a social media caption.

Mark Chapman expressed his excitement at playing in Pakistan, noting familiar faces and Kiwi players in Quetta Gladiators’ team.

“Hey guys, it’s Mark Chapman here. [I’ve] always played here in Pakistan.”

“Obviously at Quetta, we have a few familiar faces, a few Kiwi players, who are absolutely looking forward to join and obviously a lot of guys that have played against the Pakistan team. So, looking forward to play alongside them,” said Chapman in a video statement.

Mark Chapman has represented New Zealand in 86 T20 Internationals, scoring 1739 runs at a strike rate of 133.87, including one century and nine half-centuries.

It is worth mentioning that Quetta Gladiators are currently in fourth place in the PSL points table. The former champions have won one game but lost two in a row. Saud Shakeel led side won their opening game against Peshawar Zalmi by 80 runs, showcasing a dominant performance.

However, they lost their next two games against the Lahore Qalandars and Karachi Kings by margins of 79 runs and 56 runs, respectively.

The 2017 champions will now face Karachi Kings on 25 April at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.

Quetta Gladiators squad for PSL 10: Finn Allen, Faheem Ashraf and Mark Chapman (all platinum), Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Amir and Rilee Rossouw (all diamond), Akeal Hossein, Mohammad Wasim Jr and Saud Shakeel (all gold), Khawaja Nafay, Usman Tariq, Haseebullah Khan and Khurram Shahzad (all silver), Kyle Jamieson and Hasan Nawaz (both emerging), Mohammad Zeeshan, Danish Aziz, Kusal Mendis and Sean Abbott (all supplementary).

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KARACHI: Karachi Kings have won the toss and opted to bowl first against Peshawar Zalmi in the 11th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 here at National Bank Stadium on Monday. 

PLAYING XIs

Karachi Kings: David Warner (c), Tim Seifert (wk), James Vince, Saad Baig, Khushdil Shah, Irfan Khan Niazi, Mohammad Nabi, Aamer Jamal, Abbas Afridi, Hassan Ali, Mir Hamza

Peshawar Zalmi: Babar Azam (c), Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris (wk), Tom Kohler Cadmore, Hussain Talat, Mitch Owen, Abdul Samad, Luke Wood, Alazri Joseph, Arif Yaqoob, Ali Raza

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HEAD TO HEAD

Karachi Kings and Peshawar Zalmi have played each other 21 times since the inception of the PSL. Peshawar Zalmi has a better record with 15 wins, while the Kings have secured 6 wins.

RECORD: Matches 21, Karachi Kings 6, Peshawar Zalmi 15

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The highly anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10 will run from Friday, 11 April, to Sunday, 18 May.

This thrilling six-team showdown will feature a total of 34 electrifying matches, captivating cricket fans across the nation.

The iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore will be a key venue, hosting 13 matches, including the Eliminators and the grand final, which promises to be a spectacular event.

According to the PSL 10 schedule, the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will heighten the excitement with 11 action-packed matches, including the crucial Qualifier 1 on May 13.

Meanwhile, the historic National Bank Stadium in Karachi and the vibrant Multan Cricket Stadium will each host five dynamic matches.

READ: Rumman Raees leaves Islamabad United camp amid family tragedy

Islamabad United fast bowling consultant Rumman Raees has temporarily left the team’s camp in the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 due to the tragic passing of his sister. 

Rumman Raees shared the heartbreaking news on the social media platform X. The pacer requested prayers for his late sister.

As a result, Rumman Raees will not accompany the team for their upcoming matches. The undefeated team in PSL 10 is set to face Multan Sultans on April 23 in Multan.

It is worth mentioning that Islamabad United maintained their unbeaten run in the tournament, following a comfortable victory against Karachi Kings in the 10th match of the PSL at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi.

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Chasing a meagre total of 129 runs, the defending champions knocked the winning runs comfortably, losing three wickets in the process with 17 balls to spare.

Islamabad United were off to a good start in pursuit of the target, posting 34 runs in four overs. The stand between Azam Khan and Sahibzada Farhan came to an end with the latter’s dismissal.

Sahibzada Farhan, the leading run-scorer in PSL 10, was caught after scoring 31 off 18 deliveries, an innings featuring five fours and one six. Colin Munro (4) was also dismissed in the same over, providing Karachi Kings a glimmer of hope.

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However, the promoted opener Azam Khan remained firm at one end, forging a 65-run stand with Shadab Khan. Azam struck three fours and one towering six in his gutsy 31 off 30 deliveries.

Player of the Match Shadab Khan top-scored with 47 off 40 balls, laced with five fours and two sixes.

For Karachi Kings, Hasan Ali remained the stand-out bowler, taking two for 28 in his four overs while both Abbas Afridi and Mohammad Nabi claimed one wicket each.

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KARACHI: Karachi Kings assistant coach Mohammad Masroor has vowed to make a comeback after defeat against Islamabad United on Sunday in the 10th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10.

Chasing a modest total of 129 runs, the defending champions knocked the winning runs comfortably, losing three wickets in the process with 17 balls to spare.

Islamabad United were off to a solid start in pursuit of the target, posting 34 runs in four overs. The stand between Azam Khan and Sahibzada Farhan came to an end with the latter’s dismissal.

Sahibzada Farhan, the leading run-scorer in PSL 10, was caught after scoring 31 off 18 deliveries, an innings featuring five fours and one six. Colin Munro (4) was also dismissed in the same over, providing a brief opening for Karachi Kings.

However, the promoted opener Azam Khan remained firm at one end, forging a 65-run partnership with Shadab Khan. His gutsy 31 off 30 deliveries included three fours and one huge six.

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Player of the Match Shadab Khan top-scored with a composed 47 off 40 balls, laced with five fours and two sixes.

For Karachi Kings, Hasan Ali was the stand-out bowler, taking two for 28 in his four overs while both Abbas Afridi and Mohammad Nabi claimed one wicket each.

While speaking to the media in the post-match press conference, Masroor shared his thoughts on the team’s decisions and pitch conditions.

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“We won the first two matches because of Karachi Kings top-order. We have a strong core and we will bounce back in the next match,” he said.

Masroor revealed that had there been a left-handed batter, they would have introduced Mohammad Nabi earlier into the attack. He explained that the pitch supported both spinners and fast bowlers.

“Two right-handers were playing; had a left-hander been present, we would have used Nabi. We aimed for pace because the pitch was equally supportive of fast bowlers,” he remarked.

“Our overseas players are performing well. If pitches continue to improve, they’ll be able to contribute even more,” he added.

Speaking about his role, Masroor mentioned that he assists head coach Ravi Bopara in understanding the local players better. He also pointed out that the pitch was made using Australian soil, which made it slightly tricky to read.”

“I assist him [Ravi Bopara] in understanding the local players. We were expecting more bounce here, but this wicket wasn’t exactly ideal for T20 cricket,” he concluded.

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The ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 digital broadcast has broken viewership records, even while coinciding with the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.

The league, normally held in February and March, was rescheduled to April this season due to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

The tournament features six teams: Islamabad United, Karachi Kings, Lahore Qalandars, Quetta Gladiators, Multan Sultans, and Peshawar Zalmi.

PSL 10 began on April 11, with the opening match between defending champions Islamabad United and Lahore Qalandars at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

 

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Since its opening, PSL 10 has seen a significant boost in live streaming viewership. This remarkable increase was highlighted in a post on the Pakistan Super League’s Instagram page, which noted an incredible 826.5 percent growth in viewership in Pakistan compared to last year.

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The post exclaimed, “Pakistan tuned in like never before! #HBLPSLX breaks streaming records with an 826.5% increase!”

The highly anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10 will run from Friday, 11 April, to Sunday, 18 May.

This thrilling six-team showdown will feature a total of 34 electrifying matches, captivating cricket fans across the nation.

Catch all the PSL 10 updates here!

The iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore will be a key venue, hosting 13 matches, including the Eliminators and the grand final, which promises to be a spectacular event.

According to the PSL 10 schedule, the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will heighten the excitement with 11 action-packed matches, including the crucial Qualifier 1 on May 13.

Meanwhile, the historic National Bank Stadium in Karachi and the vibrant Multan Cricket Stadium will each host five dynamic matches.

READ: Abbas Afridi’s cameo lifts Karachi Kings to 128 against Islamabad United

KARACHI: Islamabad United maintained their unbeaten run in the tournament with a convincing six-wicket victory over Karachi Kings in the 10th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 here at National Bank Stadium on Sunday. 

Chasing a meagre total of 129 runs, the defending champions knocked the winning runs comfortably, losing three wickets in the process with 17 balls to spare.

Islamabad United were off to a good start in pursuit of the target, posting 34 runs in four overs. The stand between Azam Khan and Sahibzada Farhan came to an end with the latter’s dismissal.

Sahibzada Farhan, the leading run-scorer in PSL 10, was caught after scoring 31 off 18 deliveries, an innings featuring five fours and one six. Colin Munro (4) was also dismissed in the same over, providing Karachi Kings a glimmer of hope.

However, the promoted opener Azam Khan remained firm at one end, forging a 65-run stand with Shadab Khan. Azam struck three fours and one towering six in his gutsy 31 off 30 deliveries.

Player of the Match Shadab Khan top-scored with 47 off 40 balls, laced with five fours and two sixes.

For Karachi Kings, Hasan Ali remained the stand-out bowler, taking two for 28 in his four overs while both Abbas Afridi and Mohammad Nabi claimed one wicket each.

Earlier, Abbas Afridi’s late blitz took Karachi Kings to a fighting total against Islamabad United.

Islamabad United’s captain, Shadab Khan, won the toss and chose to bowl first, a decision that proved beneficial as they restricted the Karachi Kings to 128 runs in their 20 overs.

The defending champions jolted the Kings with early wickets in bowler-friendly conditions. Naseem Shah led the attack, dismissing the Kings’ skipper, David Warner, for just 3 runs in the second over with a beautiful delivery. The in-form batter James Vince also went early in the third over, scoring only 4 runs.

Following the early hiccup, opener Tim Seifert and emerging batter Saad Baig forged a brief partnership of 39 runs, taking the score to 61 in nine overs. The stand ended with Baig’s dismissal, who fell prey to Shadab Khan.

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The left-hander managed to score 20 off 17 deliveries with the help of four boundaries. Tim Seifert, scratchy innings came to an end as he was caught and bowled by Imad Wasim. The right-hander battled through his 30 off 37 deliveries, featuring only one four.

The undefeated side in the PSL 10 applied consistent pressure, taking wickets at regular intervals. The Kings’ middle-order batters, Khushdil Shah (17) and Irfan Khan (5) struggled in testing conditions, and were removed cheaply in quick succession.

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The home team was once reeling at 102-7 in 18 overs, before Abbas Afridi’s late blitz took them to a fighting total. The all-rounder smashed three sixes in his nine-ball 24, Karachi Kings accumulated 26 runs in the last two overs of the innings, lifting them to 128 in 20 overs.

For Islamabad United, Naseem Shah, Jason Holder, and Shadab Khan each took two wickets in an impressive bowling display.

PLAYING XIs

Islamabad United: Sahibzada Farhan, Azam Khan (wk), Colin Munro, Haider Ali, Shadab Khan (c), Mohammad Nawaz, Jason Holder, Muhammad Shahzad, Imad Wasim, Ben Dwarshuis, Naseem Shah

Karachi Kings: Tim Seifert (wk), David Warner (c), James Vince, Saad Baig, Khushdil Shah, Irfan Khan, Mohammad Nabi, Aamer Jamal, Abbas Afridi, Hasan Ali, Mir Hamza

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Islamabad United all-rounder Matthew Short has been ruled out of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 due to an injury he sustained during the ICC Champions Trophy earlier this year.

The franchise issued a statement confirming that he is unavailable due to an injury.

“Following his arrival in Pakistan, Matt had shown encouraging signs of recovery. However, discomfort resurfaced during training sessions, ” the statement read.

 

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“Following thorough assessment, both parties agreed that it would be in the best interest of Matt’s long-term health and career to withdraw him from the tournament,” the franchise said.

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Islamabad United extended support for the Australian player, noting that the franchise remains fully committed to the well-being of all our players.

“Islamabad United remain fully committed to the well-being of all our players and extend our support to Matt during his recovery. ”

“We thank him for his professionalism and positive presence in the camp and wish him a swift and complete recovery,” it added.

The 27-year-old has returned to Australia to continue his rehabilitation under Cricket Australia (CA). Meanwhile, Islamabad United has not announced any replacement for Matthew Short.

For the unversed, the defending champions Islamabad United are undefeated in the tournament, having won all three of their games.

The three-time champions hold the top spot in the PSL 10 points table while Lahore Qalandars and Karachi Kings are in second and third spots, respectively.

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The highly anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10 will run from Friday, 11 April, to Sunday, 18 May.

This thrilling six-team showdown will feature a total of 34 electrifying matches, captivating cricket fans across the nation.

The iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore will be a key venue, hosting 13 matches, including the Eliminators and the grand final, which promises to be a spectacular event.

According to the PSL 10 schedule, the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will heighten the excitement with 11 action-packed matches, including the crucial Qualifier 1 on May 13.

Meanwhile, the historic National Bank Stadium in Karachi and the vibrant Multan Cricket Stadium will each host five dynamic matches.

READ: PSL 10: Islamabad United win toss against Karachi Kings

KARACHI: Islamabad United have won the toss and opted to bowl first against Karachi Kings in the 10th match of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 here at National Bank Stadium on Sunday. 

PLAYING XIs

Islamabad United: Sahibzada Farhan, Azam Khan (wk), Colin Munro, Haider Ali, Shadab Khan (c), Mohammad Nawaz, Jason Holder, Muhammad Shahzad, Imad Wasim, Ben Dwarshuis, Naseem Shah

Karachi Kings: Tim Seifert (wk), David Warner (c), James Vince, Saad Baig, Khushdil Shah, Irfan Khan, Mohammad Nabi, Aamer Jamal, Abbas Afridi, Hasan Ali, Mir Hamza

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HEAD TO HEAD

Karachi Kings and Islamabad United have played each other 22 times since the inception of the PSL. Islamabad United has a better record with 16 wins, while the Kings have managed to secure 6 wins.

RECORD: Matches 22, Karachi Kings 6, Islamabad United  16

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The highly anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) season 10 will run from Friday, 11 April, to Sunday, 18 May.

This thrilling six-team showdown will feature a total of 34 electrifying matches, captivating cricket fans across the nation.

The iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore will be a key venue, hosting 13 matches, including the Eliminators and the grand final, which promises to be a spectacular event.

According to the PSL 10 schedule, the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will heighten the excitement with 11 action-packed matches, including the crucial Qualifier 1 on May 13.

Meanwhile, the historic National Bank Stadium in Karachi and the vibrant Multan Cricket Stadium will each host five dynamic matches.

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Former England pacer and commentator Dominic Cork has praised Pakistan’s emerging pacer Ali Raza after his impressive performance against Multan Sultans in the PSL 10.

After posting an imposing 227-run total, Zalmi’s bowling unit came out with relentless intent and ensured there was no room for a comeback from the Sultans.

The chase began shakily for Multan Sultans, who lost their skipper Mohammad Rizwan (15) in the fourth over with only 27 runs on the board. Despite a brief 36-run stand between Usman Khan and Shai Hope, the resistance was short-lived.

Arif Yaqoob removed Hope (20) in the seventh over, opening the floodgates for a collapse that saw Multan Sultans lose their remaining eight wickets for just 44 runs.

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Usman was the only batter to offer any real fight, scoring a 22-ball 44 laced with four fours and three sixes, but it wasn’t enough to rescue the innings.

Young pacer Ali Raza was the pick of the bowlers for Peshawar Zalmi, grabbing 4/21 in his four overs. Arif Yaqoob showed his brilliance by grabbing three wickets, while Mitchell Owen chipped in with two.

This commanding result eclipsed the previous best margin of victory Peshawar Zalmi, which was a 76-run win over Quetta Gladiators last season.

While speaking during the PSL 10 match, Cork emphasized on Ali’s potential, stressing the need for smarter management with the young bowler.

“Ali Raza is a real talent – look after him. Focus on core strength and stability, ” he said.

“It’s not just about lifting heavy but managing it smartly. Nurture him. We’ve seen pacers like Ihsanullah shine and then struggle post-injury. Don’t repeat that,” Cork added.

It is worth mentioning that West Indies’ legendary cricketer and renowned commentator Ian Bishop has lauded Ali Raza’s abilities on several occasions.

Ian Bishop took to Twitter to express his admiration for the exceptional skills of a young pacer following their impressive performances in the Under-19 and domestic tournaments.

The 17-year-old fast bowler, who debuted in first-class cricket last year, has started impressively, taking 32 wickets in just six matches.

READ: Peshawar Zalmi create history with dominant victory over Multan Sultans