On April 15, 2025, Hasan Ali, the fast bowler and vice-captain of Karachi Kings, made history in the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL).
In a thrilling match against the Lahore Qalandars at the National Bank Stadium, the 30-year-old pacer took four wickets, matching Wahab Riaz’s record of 113 PSL wickets. This milestone highlights Hasan’s skill and consistency as one of the league’s top performers.
Hasan Ali achieved a record-tying performance with 4 wickets for 28 runs in four overs. He successfully dismissed Mohammad Naeem (7), Abdullah Shafique (6), Fakhar Zaman (76 runs off 47 balls), and Sam Billings (19 runs off 10 balls), helping the Karachi Kings secure an important victory. Notably, Hasan has reached 113 wickets in just 83 innings, four fewer than Wahab Riaz’s 87 wickets, highlighting his efficiency as a bowler.
PSL’s Leading Wicket-Takers
Hasan Ali shares the top spot with Wahab Riaz among PSL’s all-time wicket-takers. Here’s how the leaderboard stands:
| Player | Wickets | Innings |
|---|---|---|
| Hasan Ali | 113 | 83 |
| Wahab Riaz | 113 | 87 |
| Shaheen Shah Afridi | 107 | 74 |
| Shadab Khan | 96 | 85 |
| Faheem Ashraf | 79 | 72 |
With Shaheen Shah Afridi close behind, the race for the top spot remains fierce.
Hasan has started the 2025 season strongly, taking five wickets in two matches. Despite an expensive spell against Multan Sultans (1 for 44), he bounced back with a match-defining performance against defending champions Lahore Qalandars. His resilience makes him a key asset for Karachi Kings.
This achievement boosts Karachi Kings’ momentum as they push for a playoff berth in PSL 2025. It also highlights the league’s competitive spirit, drawing fans and analysts to track Hasan’s journey toward potentially breaking the record outright.
