Usman Khan Delivers Masterclass As Islamabad United Maintain Perfect Record In PSL 10
Star batter's unbeaten 80 propels defending champions to fifth consecutive victory in style.
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Islamabad United’s Usman Khan produced a batting masterclass to guide his team to their fifth consecutive victory in the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 10. The aggressive batter didn’t just “chase the target – he hunted it down” with a spectacular unbeaten 80 off just 45 deliveries against Multan Sultans.
The Instagram post shared by Islamabad United captures Usman Khan in action, showcasing his aggressive batting stance during what proved to be a match-winning performance. His innings was characterized by calculated aggression and precise shot selection as he methodically dismantled the Multan Sultans bowling attack.
Khan’s unbeaten 80 came at a strike rate of 177.78, demonstrating his ability to accelerate when needed while maintaining control throughout the chase. His performance earned him the prestigious ‘Sheru of the Day’ award, powered by Tetra Pak, recognizing his composed knock that sealed the victory in style.
Perfect Record Continues
With this victory, Islamabad United have maintained their perfect record in PSL 10, winning all five of their matches played so far. The three-time champions are looking stronger than ever in their quest for a record fourth PSL title, as indicated by their hashtag #4TheDream.
The match against Multan Sultans showcased Islamabad’s clinical approach to run chases. The team was comfortably positioned at 136/2 after 14 overs with momentum firmly on their side, as reported in one of their earlier match updates.
Partnership With Munro
Usman Khan didn’t accomplish this feat alone. Colin Munro played a crucial supporting role in the partnership, as acknowledged by Islamabad United in their post-match update: “@munro82 bhai played his part to perfection too.”
The partnership between Khan and Munro effectively neutralized any threat posed by the Multan Sultans bowling attack, demonstrating the batting depth and quality that has become a hallmark of Islamabad United’s success in this tournament.
Shadab Khan’s Milestone
The match was also significant for Islamabad United captain Shadab Khan, who became the first spinner in PSL history to claim 100 wickets. The franchise celebrated this achievement with a dedicated post calling him “The heartbeat of IU. The captain. The game-changer.”
This milestone further cements Shadab’s legacy in the league and highlights his importance to Islamabad United’s campaign. His leadership on the field has been instrumental in the team’s perfect start to the season.
With this perfect record and balanced team performance, Islamabad United have positioned themselves as the team to beat in this year’s competition, with Usman Khan emerging as one of their key match-winners.
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