On April 12, 2025, the Karachi Kings made history in T20 cricket by achieving an incredible six-wicket victory over the Multan Sultans in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 by successfully chasing a massive target of 235 runs.
Electing to bat, Multan Sultans posted an imposing 234-3, powered by captain Mohammad Rizwan’s unbeaten 105 off 63 balls, his second PSL century. New Zealand’s Michael Bracewell chipped in with a fiery 44 off 17 balls, boosting the Sultans to a daunting total.
Karachi Kings’ Early Struggles
Karachi’s chase ended up rocky, slipping to 79-4 within nine overs. However, James Vince and Khushdil Shah turned the tide with a record-breaking 142-run fifth-wicket partnership, the highest in Karachi’s PSL history, eclipsing the 131-run mark set by Shoaib Malik and Imad Wasim.
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The Kings stood tall and won by 4 wickets #HBLPSLX l #ApnaXHai l #KKvMS pic.twitter.com/abOZSVmUT4
— PakistanSuperLeague (@thePSLt20) April 12, 2025Vince stole the show, smashing 101 off 43 balls, including 14 boundaries and four sixes. His knock, the third-fastest century in PSL history, powered Karachi to the target with four balls to spare. Shah’s 60 off 37 balls provided vital support, ensuring a famous win.
The game produced a staggering 470 runs, the highest aggregate in any Karachi Kings vs. Multan Sultans clash. Karachi also became the first T20 team globally to chase 235+ after losing three wickets in the powerplay, a feat unmatched in franchise cricket.
Vince (101) and Khushdil (60) power Karachi to win in high-scoring clash!
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— PakistanSuperLeague (@thePSLt20) April 12, 2025Despite the loss, Rizwan hit a personal milestone, becoming Multan’s top six-hitter with 53 career sixes, three of which came in this match.
New Zealand pacer Adam Milne endured a tough outing, leaking 60 runs in four overs, the most expensive spell in Karachi Kings’ history, surpassing Akif Javed’s 58-run record.
James Vince earned the Player of the Match award for his match-defining century, giving Karachi Kings early momentum in PSL 10.
