Hyderabad Kingsmen won by 2 runs against Islamabad United in Eliminator 2 of PSL 2026, leading to the latter’s elimination from the tournament.
As of early Tuesday, Islamabad United scored 184 runs for 7 wickets while chasing a target of 187 runs. Mark Chapman was the top scorer for Islamabad with 43 runs.
The Hyderabad Kingsmen posted 186 runs for 5 wickets in their innings, with Osman Khan scoring an impressive 61 runs. Richard Gleeson took one wicket for Islamabad United, making a significant impact on the match.
This victory allows the Hyderabad Kingsmen to advance to the PSL 2026 final. They have made their debut in the Pakistan Super League this season.
Key Match Statistics:
- Islamabad United: 184 runs for 7 wickets
- Hyderabad Kingsmen: 186 runs for 5 wickets
- Top Scorer for Islamabad: Mark Chapman (43 runs)
- Top Scorer for Hyderabad: Osman Khan (61 runs)
- Wickets Taken by Gleeson: 1
The match took place at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Observers expect more thrilling matches ahead as the tournament progresses.