Maaz Sadaqat’s Power-Hitting Powers Hyderabad Kingsmen to Victory in PSL 11 Eliminator 1

 

In a high-stakes Eliminator 1 at Gaddafi Stadium, the Hyderabad Kingsmen advanced to the next stage by defeating Multan Sultans by 8 wickets. After winning the toss and choosing to bowl, the Kingsmen's bowling unit effectively throttled the Sultans' scoring, limiting them to 159/9. While Shan Masood played a lone hand with a resilient 69 off 46 balls, the rest of the Multan lineup struggled against the pace of Akif Javed and Mohammad Ali, who took two wickets apiece to keep the target within reach.

The chase was defined by pure dominance as opening batsman Maaz Sadaqat dismantled the Multan bowling attack. Sadaqat blasted a spectacular 64 off just 33 deliveries, clearing the boundary four times to set a blistering tone for the innings. He was perfectly supported by Usman Khan, who also hammered 64 off 35 balls. Together, they neutralized the Sultans' spin threat and ensured the result was never in doubt, reaching the required total of 162/2 in a mere 15.2 overs.

This victory keeps the Kingsmen’s momentum alive as they head into Eliminator 2 to face Islamabad United for a place in the final. For Maaz Sadaqat, his Player of the Match performance confirms his status as one of the most dangerous strikers in this year's tournament. Meanwhile, the Multan Sultans exit the competition, left to rue a middle-order collapse that ultimately cost them their chance at a second title in the PSL 11 season.