Hasan Nawaz’s Unbeaten 64 Propels Gladiators to 183-5 Against United
Islamabad United claimed their first win of PSL 11 with a comfortable eight-wicket victory over Quetta Gladiators. The match finished at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, in the tournament’s ninth fixture.
Quetta Gladiators set a competitive total
Quetta chose to bat after winning the toss and posted 183 for 5 in 20 overs. Hasan Nawaz remained unbeaten and anchored the innings with a lively effort.
He struck several boundaries, finishing with 66 off 36 balls, including three sixes and six fours. Skipper Saud Shakeel added 42, while Shamaal Hussain and Khawaja Nafay contributed 21 and 18 respectively.
Late-order support
Tom Curran provided useful lower-order runs, remaining 29 not out off 22 balls. The Gladiators built a balanced total through partnerships and late hitting.
United chase down the target
Islamabad responded aggressively and reached 185 for 2 in 18.2 overs while chasing 184. Samir Minhas led the charge with a powerful 83 off 48 deliveries.
Captain Shadab Khan remained unbeaten on 69 from 39 balls to see his side home. Devon Conway added 18, and Andre Gous scored 2 before being dismissed.
Bowling and match figures
For Quetta, Abrar Ahmed claimed both wickets in the United innings. Islamabad’s bowlers had earlier been stemmed by disciplined batting at the top.
Shadab Khan picked up three wickets for United in Quetta’s innings. Salman Irshad and Imad Wasim took one wicket each to support the attack.
The win moves Islamabad United off the mark in PSL 11. Filmogaz.com covered the match and provided full post-game details.
