Rawalpindi claimed their maiden win in PSL 11 with a convincing 6-wicket victory over Islamabad United at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi.
Chasing a target of 138 runs, Rawalpindi reached the total in 18.1 overs, losing four wickets in the process. The disciplined chase ensured a comfortable finish as they got over the line with ease.
Captain Mohammad Rizwan scored 45 runs, including 5 fours and a six, while Kamran Ghulam impressed with 42 runs. Daryl Mitchell remained not out on 32, and Sam Billings was dismissed for 2 runs. For Islamabad United, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan, and Chris Green took one wicket each.
Earlier, Rawalpindi won the toss and elected to bowl first. Batting first, Islamabad United were bowled out for 137 runs in their allotted overs, setting a target of 138 runs. Devon Conway was the top scorer for Islamabad United with 40 runs, while Cameron Green made 29 and Mark Chapman added 23 runs.
For Rawalpindi, Mohammad Amir, Saad Masood, and Diane Forster took two wickets each. Islamabad United posted a modest total of 137, setting Rawalpindi a target of 138 runs in Karachi.
After winning the toss, Rawalpindi opted to field first and managed to restrict Islamabad United to 137 runs in their allotted overs.
Devon Conway led the scoring for Islamabad United with 40 runs, while Cameron Green chipped in with 29 and Mark Chapman added 23.
Rawalpindi will now look to chase down the 138-run target to secure victory in this crucial encounter. Rawalpindi delivered a disciplined bowling performance. Mohammad Amir, Saad Masood, and Diane Forster took two wickets each.
Rawalpindi now need 138 runs to win the match. Speaking at the toss, Islamabad United captain Shadab Khan said that all matches are important. He added that the team would continue to play their usual style of cricket and that there were no changes to the lineup.
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