Hunain Shah’s remarkable death bowling helped the Hyderabad Kingsmen reach the PSL 2026 final. His final over was pivotal in their narrow victory.
Hunain Shah’s exceptional final over performance secured a dramatic two-run victory for the Hyderabad Kingsmen against Islamabad United during the PSL 2026 Eliminator at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. With only six runs needed by Islamabad in the last over, the pressure was immense.
In a stunning display of skill, Hunain Shah managed to concede just two runs and took the crucial wicket of Faheem Ashraf. This remarkable effort propelled his team into the final of the Pakistan Super League.
Usman Khan shone for Hyderabad earlier in the match, scoring 61 off just 30 balls, while Kusal Perera added a valuable 37 runs. The Kingsmen set a target of 186 runs, which proved challenging for Islamabad United.
Mark Chapman led Islamabad’s chase with a solid 43 off 26 balls, supported by Haider Ali who scored 31 off 16. However, they fell just short as Hunain’s death bowling sealed their fate.
Key match statistics:
- Islamabad United needed six runs off the last over to win.
- Hunain Shah conceded only two runs in that over.
- The match ended with Hyderabad Kingsmen winning by two runs.
Observers noted that Hunain Shah delivered a brilliant final over to secure his team’s spot in the final. This performance is especially significant considering he is the younger brother of Pakistan fast bowler Naseem Shah, showcasing that talent runs in the family.
The next match will see Hyderabad face Peshawar Zalmi in the final on May 3, 2026. Fans are eager to see if Hunain can replicate this level of performance on such a grand stage.
