On May 1, 2026, at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Hunain Shah delivered an exceptional final over that secured a dramatic two-run victory for the Hyderabad Kingsmen against Islamabad United, thereby propelling them into the PSL 2026 final.
In a tense finish, Islamabad United required six runs off the last over to clinch the match. However, Hunain Shah, showcasing his skills in death bowling, conceded only two runs while also taking the crucial wicket of Faheem Ashraf.
The match unfolded with Usman Khan scoring an impressive 61 runs off just 30 balls for the Hyderabad Kingsmen, supported by Kusal Perera who added 37 runs from 21 balls. This strong batting performance set a challenging target, leading to a total of 186 runs for Hyderabad.
Islamabad United fought back with notable contributions from Mark Chapman and Haider Ali, who scored 43 and 31 runs respectively. Despite their efforts, they fell short by just two runs.
Key match statistics:
- Final over bowled by Hunain Shah: Only two runs conceded
- Wicket taken: Faheem Ashraf
- Total runs scored by Hyderabad Kingsmen: 186
Following the match, observers noted that Hunain Shah’s performance was pivotal in securing the victory. An unnamed source remarked, “Hunain Shah delivered a brilliant final over to put Hyderabad Kingsmen into the final of the Pakistan Super League.” Another source added that his ability to defend such a small margin was remarkable.
The victory means that the Hyderabad Kingsmen will face Peshawar Zalmi in the final on May 3, 2026. As anticipation builds for this match-up, both teams will look to secure their place as champions in this edition of the Pakistan Super League.
