Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings Highlights, PSL 2025 Match 20: MS vs KK Live Updates - Karachi Kings win by 87 Runs
Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings Highlights, PSL 2025 Match 20: Karachi Kings delivered a dominant all-round performance to crush Multan Sultans by 87 runs in Match 20 of the Pakistan Super League 2025 at Lahore.
Led by James Vince's steady 65* and late fireworks from Khushdil Shah (33* off 13), the Kings posted a mammoth 204/4 after opting to bat. Openers Seifert (22 off 11) and Warner (30 off 13) set the tone early, while the middle order capitalized to push the total beyond 200.

In reply, Multan Sultans never found their footing. Mohammad Nabi spun a web with figures of 3/14, while Khushdil Shah and Mir Hamza picked up two wickets each to dismantle the chase. Apart from Yasir Khan (26) and Kamran Ghulam (29), no batter offered resistance as the Sultans folded for 117 in 16.1 overs. The emphatic win boosts Karachi Kings' net run rate and keeps them well in the playoff hunt.
Match Summary
Karachi Kings – 204/4 (20 ovs)
Multan Sultans – 117 all out (16.1 ovs)
Result – Karachi Kings won by 87 runs
Player of the Match: James Vince
Match Highlights:
- Karachi Kings posted a massive 204/4 in 20 overs after being put in to bat.
- James Vince anchored the innings with a composed 65* off 45 balls.
- Khushdil Shah blasted 33* off just 13 balls, including 2 fours and 3 sixes.
- David Warner gave a fiery start with 30 off 13 deliveries.
- Mohammad Nabi starred with the ball, taking 3 wickets for just 14 runs in 4 overs.
- Multan Sultans were bowled out for 117 in 16.1 overs.
- Yasir Khan (26) and Kamran Ghulam (29) were the only notable scorers.
- Mir Hamza and Khushdil Shah picked up 2 wickets each to support Nabi.
- Karachi Kings secured a comprehensive 87-run win and Mohammad Nabi was named Player of the Match.
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MS all out for 117 – Karachi Kings win by 87 runs
Mir Hamza seals the deal with final wicket on first ball of 17th over
Karachi Kings wrapped up a dominant performance with a clinical finish as Mir Hamza struck on the very first ball of the 17th over to dismiss Ubaid Shah. The batter went for a wild swing but only managed to edge it into the gloves of Seifert behind the stumps.
Chasing a mammoth target, MS never found rhythm and collapsed under pressure. The lower order tried to fight back briefly, but the required rate was always out of reach. A thumping 87-run win for Karachi Kings.
Final Score: MS 117 all out in 16.1 overs
Karachi Kings won by 87 runs
MS 117/9 in 16 Overs – Jordan, Ubaid counter-attack with 15-run over
Big blows from Jordan and Ubaid keep MS barely afloat despite being 9 down
Chris Jordan and Ubaid Shah launched a desperate counter-attack in the 16th over, smashing 15 runs off Abbas Afridi. Jordan struck a stunning six over long-off and a well-placed four straight down the ground to provide a glimmer of hope.
Ubaid Shah also joined the party with a one-handed sweep to fine leg for four. A dropped catch further added to the drama, but the required run rate remains steep at 22. MS still need a miracle to pull this off.
Live Score: MS 117/9 in 16 overs
CRR: 7.31 | RRR: 22.00
Jordan: 14* (9), Ubaid: 14* (9)
Ubaid Shah and Chris Jordan battle on MS 102/9 after 15 Overs
Ubaid Shah and Chris Jordan fight to keep the innings alive
The match has reached the 15th over with a dramatic turn of events as Ubaid Shah unleashed a powerful six off Aamer Jamal, driving it flat down the ground to clear the long-on fence. However, the runs came in a difficult situation with the team's total at just 102/9, and the required rate now standing at 20.60 runs per over. Drinks have been taken, giving the players a brief respite.
Chris Jordan, with 4 runs from 6 balls, and Ubaid Shah, with 9 from 6 balls, are hanging on. With Aamer Jamal's economical spell (2-0-14-1) and Mohammad Nabi's brilliance (4-0-14-3), the batting side is under severe pressure. Can they get past this collapse or will the bowlers finish the game off?
Live Score: MS 102/9 (15 overs)
CRR: 6.80 | RRR: 20.60
Ubaid Shah 9 (6b, 1x6)
Chris Jordan 4 (6b)
Aamer Jamal 2-0-14-1
Mohammad Nabi 4-0-14-3
Multan’s Collapse Continues – Usama Mir Stumped!
Nabi Strikes Again! Multan's Fight Ebbing Away
With the scoreboard ticking higher, Mohammad Nabi continues his dominance with another wicket, this time getting Usama Mir stumped off a well-executed arm ball. Multan now at 93/9, needing a miracle to avoid defeat. Chris Jordan and Ubaid Shah are still at the crease, but the required rate is skyrocketing beyond 18!
Live Score:
MS - 93/9 (14 overs)
Chris Jordan 3 (5)
Ubaid Shah 1 (1)
Target - 205 | RRR - 18.66
Nabi 4-0-14-3 | Khushdil 4-0-26-2
Kamran Falls – Multan Lose 8th Wicket, Hopes Fading Fast!
Khushdil finishes with 2-fer as Multan slide to 90/8
Just when Multan needed Kamran Ghulam to bat through, he falls trying to force the pace! Tossed up wide from Khushdil Shah, and Ghulam couldn't resist - only to find David Warner at long-off. With the required rate ballooning over 16, Multan now stare at a heavy defeat. Usama Mir and Chris Jordan are their last recognised batters.
Live Score:
MS - 90/8 (13 overs)
Kamran Ghulam 29 (25)
Chris Jordan 1*(4), Usama Mir 1*(2)
Target - 205 | RRR - 16.42
Khushdil 4-0-26-2 | Nabi 3-0-11-2
Double Strike! Multan in Deep Trouble at 85/7 After 12 Overs
Nabi magic, Vince brilliance - collapse continues!
What a game-turning over from Mohammad Nabi! First, he bowled Michael Bracewell with a smart straight delivery, then a moment of brilliance from James Vince ran David Willey out without scoring. Multan have lost 3 wickets in 7 balls, and now even survival looks tricky, let alone the chase.
Live Score:
MS - 85/7 (12 overs)
Kamran Ghulam 28*(23), Chris Jordan 0*(2)
Target - 205 | RRR - 15.00
Nabi 3-0-11-2 | Khushdil 3-0-21-1
Another Blow – Multan 83/5 After 11 Overs
Iftikhar departs, pressure piles on!
Just as Multan looked to rebuild, Khushdil Shah struck with a clever slower delivery. Iftikhar couldn't clear the long-on rope, and Jamal made no mistake. Kamran Ghulam continues to fight with a solid six, but the task ahead now seems Herculean.
Live Score:
MS - 83/5 (11 overs)
Kamran Ghulam 27*(22), Michael Bracewell 1*(3)
Target - 205 | RRR - 13.55
Khushdil 3-0-21-1 | Nabi 2-0-9-1
Halfway Through – Multan 75/4 Chasing 205
Ghulam gets a life, but mountain only grows steeper!
Multan Sultans reach 75/4 at the halfway mark with Kamran Ghulam surviving a sitter at midwicket. He and Iftikhar Ahmed are trying to steady the ship, but the required rate has now hit 13 an over. A lot will depend on this pair if Multan are to mount a comeback.
Live Score:
MS - 75/4 (10 overs)
Kamran Ghulam 20*(20), Iftikhar Ahmed 8*(7)
Target - 205 | RRR - 13.00
Nabi 2-0-9-1 | Khushdil 2-0-13-0
Iftikhar fights back with a straight four – Multan 68/4 after 9 Overs
Still a mountain to climb with RRR nearing 12.5
Iftikhar Ahmed provided a much-needed boundary with a powerful drive straight down the ground, but Multan Sultans still trail behind the asking rate. Kamran Ghulam is holding up one end, but the required run rate continues to soar.
Live Score:
MS - 68/4 (9 overs)
Iftikhar 7*(6), Ghulam 14*(15)
Target - 205 | RRR - 12.45
Khushdil Shah - 2-0-13-0
Nabi strikes! Campher cleaned up – Multan in deep trouble at 60/4
Required rate climbs over 12!
Just when Multan needed acceleration, Mohammad Nabi delivered a crucial blow! Curtis Campher tried to create room but misjudged the line, and Nabi rattled his off stump. Only two runs came from the over as Kamran Ghulam and Iftikhar now shoulder the burden of a steep chase.
Live Score:
MS - 60/4 (8 overs)
Ghulam 12*(13), Iftikhar 1*(2)
Target - 205 | RRR - 12.08
Mohammad Nabi - 1-0-2-1
Steady but slow – Multan reach 58/3 after 7 overs
Khushdil keeps it tight as pressure mounts
Just five singles from Khushdil Shah's first over, and the required run rate creeps up to 11.30. Kamran Ghulam and Curtis Campher are rotating the strike but haven't found the boundaries this over. Multan need a gear shift soon to stay in this steep chase of 205.
Live Score:
MS - 58/3 (7 overs)
Ghulam 11*(10), Campher 12*(7)
Target - 205 | RRR - 11.30
Khushdil Shah - 1-0-5-0
Powerplay done! Multan 53/3 – Campher counterattacks after early blows
Campher, Ghulam keep hopes alive with positive intent
Multan Sultans finish the powerplay at 53/3 after a shaky start. Curtis Campher launched a brilliant flicked six off Abbas Afridi to end the sixth over in style. Kamran Ghulam joined the act with a well-timed boundary and a couple of smart runs. Despite losing three wickets early, Multan are keeping the chase alive with a steady rebuild. The required rate is rising though, now at 10.85.
Live Score:
MS - 53/3 (6 overs)
Campher 10*(5),
Ghulam 8*(6)
Target - 205 | RRR - 10.85
Abbas Afridi - 2-0-16-1
WICKET! Yasir departs after explosive cameo – MS 38/3 after 5 overs
Aamer Jamal strikes big as Karachi tighten grip
Just as Yasir Khan looked set to take the game away, Aamer Jamal delivered a crucial breakthrough with a well-directed short ball that led to a top-edge. Khushdil Shah sprinted in and held a stunning catch to remove the dangerous Yasir for 26. Curtis Campher found the fence once but Karachi Kings have taken control of the powerplay.
Live Score:
MS - 38/3 (5 overs)
Campher 4*(4),
Kamran Ghulam 1*(1)
Target - 205 | RRR - 11.13
Aamer Jamal - 1-0-5-1
Yasir on fire, Fawad under pressure – MS 33/2 after 4 overs
Back-to-back sixes light up chase, Kamran survives scare
Yasir Khan is turning up the heat! He launched two sixes off Fawad Ali in an eventful over that included a run-out scare for Kamran Ghulam. Yasir now holds the key for Multan with his aggressive intent, while Karachi will look to strike again before the Powerplay ends.
Live Score:
MS - 33/2 (4 overs)
Yasir Khan 26*(16),
Kamran Ghulam 0*(0)
Target - 205 | RRR - 10.75
Mir Hamza - 2-0-15-1
Fawad Ali - 1-0-13-0
Yasir counterattacks, but Usman throws it away – MS 20/2 after 3 overs
Mir Hamza gets his reward, pressure piles on Multan
Yasir Khan decided to go aggressive, smashing a six and a four off Hamza to release some pressure. But Usman Khan's struggle ended with a soft dismissal - trying to drive loosely and gifting a catch to Vince. Karachi Kings have their tails up with both openers back in the hut!
Live Score:
MS - 20/2 (3 overs)
Yasir Khan 14*(10),
Usman Khan c Vince b Hamza 1(6)
Target - 205 | RRR - 10.88
Mir Hamza - 2-0-15-1
Abbas Afridi - 1-0-1-1
Big Blow! Rizwan departs early – MS 7/1 after 2 overs
Abbas Afridi strikes, Karachi on top early
Abbas Afridi makes an immediate impact! Rizwan went chasing a wide one and perished for a duck, skying it to Seifert behind the stumps. Usman Khan walked in but struggled to time the ball, while 4 leg byes helped the score tick. A solid start for Karachi Kings with the ball, applying early pressure in the powerplay.
Live Score:
MS - 7/1 (2 overs)
Yasir Khan 2*(6), Usman Khan 0*(4)
Target - 205 | RRR - 11.00
Abbas Afridi - 1-0-1-1
Mir Hamza - 1-0-2-0
Cautious start by Multan – 2/0 after 1 over
Tidy from Hamza, MS off to a watchful start
Mir Hamza bowled a brilliant opening over, hitting the right lengths and getting movement off the surface. Yasir Khan struggled to get going, surviving a couple of close calls outside off, while Rizwan was beaten on the final delivery. Just 2 runs came off it, including a wide. Early pressure on Multan as the required rate edges over 10.
Live Score:
MS - 2/0 (1 over)
Yasir Khan 1*(5), Rizwan 0*(1)
Target - 205 | RRR - 10.68
Mir Hamza - 1-0-2-0
END OF INNINGS – Karachi Kings finish on a high! 204/4 in 20 overs
Khushdil fireworks, Vince anchors as KK post 204
A brutal final over saw Khushdil Shah go berserk with a six, four, and a couple of singles as 16 runs came off Chris Jordan's last. James Vince played the sheet anchor role perfectly, finishing unbeaten on 65 off 45. Earlier, KK had a shaky middle phase after a flying start from Seifert and Warner, but the Vince-Irfan 73-run stand pulled them back. Khushdil then provided the finishing touches with a blazing 33* off just 13.
Curtis Campher was the pick of the bowlers for Multan, conceding just 27 in his 4 overs and taking a key wicket. However, Ubaid Shah and Chris Jordan were expensive at the death.
Target for Multan Sultans: 205 runs in 20 overs
We'll be back shortly with the second innings!
Live Score:
KK - 204/4 (20 overs)
James Vince 65*(45), Khushdil Shah 33*(13), Irfan Khan 40(33)
Campher 4-0-27-1, Ubaid 4-0-49-2, Jordan 4-0-46-0
KK 188/4 after 19 overs – Vince, Khushdil tee off in style!
19-run over as Vince-Khushdil go on the attack
What an over for KK! Ubaid Shah was taken apart as James Vince smoked a flat six over midwicket and a fortunate four to fine leg to race into the 60s. Khushdil joined the fun with a monstrous six over long-off. This late surge has powered KK to a formidable total with one over to go!
Live Score:
KK - 188/4 (19 overs)
James Vince 63*(43), Khushdil Shah 21*(9)
Ubaid Shah 4-0-49-2
KK 169/4 after 18 overs – Khushdil Shah goes big with six and four
Khushdil finds his rhythm with a six and a four off Jordan
Khushdil Shah exploded in the 18th over, smashing a six over long-on followed by a well-timed four to third man. Vince, already past fifty, kept the scoreboard ticking with a single. This partnership has brought KK to a solid position heading into the final two overs.
Live Score:
KK - 169/4 (18 overs)
James Vince 52*(39), Khushdil Shah 14*(7)
Jordan 3-0-30-0, Campher 4-0-27-1
KK 155/4 after 17 overs – Vince brings up fifty with a dropped catch
Vince celebrates with a half-century as Campher and Willey are put to the test
James Vince's grit paid off as he reached a well-earned fifty, despite a near-dismissal when his top edge was dropped by Usama Mir. A couple of boundaries and well-placed singles pushed the score to 155. Khushdil Shah continues to work hard for his runs, but the platform is set for a final push with just three overs left.
Live Score:
KK - 155/4 (17 overs)
James Vince 50*(37), Khushdil Shah 2*(3)
Campher 4-0-27-1, Willey 4-0-23-1
KK 144/4 after 16 overs – Vince closes in on fifty as KK steady post Irfan’s fall
Vince holds the fort as Willey keeps it tight
David Willey bowled a smart over, mixing his pace well and conceding just 6 runs. James Vince, nearing his half-century, found a couple of singles and a double, but the boundary remained elusive. Khushdil Shah is still settling in, and the partnership needs to accelerate soon.
KK will now look to tee off in the final four overs with wickets in hand.
Live Score:
KK - 144/4 (16 overs)
James Vince 42*(32), Khushdil Shah 1*(2)
Willey 4-0-23-1, Campher 3-0-17-1
KK 138/4 after 15 overs – Irfan departs, Campher strikes at the right time
Campher breaks the stand as Irfan falls for 40
Curtis Campher delivered a crucial breakthrough, dismissing the well-set Irfan Khan for 40. Irfan mistimed a lofted drive and found Jordan at long-on, who took a sharp low catch. With just 5 runs and a wicket in the over, KK's momentum has been briefly checked.
Khushdil Shah is the new batter and will look to support Vince, who is holding one end strong. A big final push now depends on how they finish the last 5 overs.
Live Score:
KK - 138/4 (15 overs)
James Vince 38*(27), Khushdil Shah 0*(1)
Campher 3-0-17-1, Ubaid Shah 3-0-30-2
KK 133/3 after 14 overs – Vince launches into Ubaid, run-rate climbs
Vince powers on with a six and four, KK eyeing big finish
James Vince shifted gears in style, hammering Ubaid Shah for a stunning flat six over long-off followed by a clever upper cut for four. With 13 runs off the over, the momentum is clearly swinging KK's way. Irfan Khan missed out on a slower one, but remains key at the crease.
As the final six overs approach, KK are well-positioned to go past 180 if this stand keeps going strong.
Live Score:
KK - 133/3 (14 overs)
James Vince 34*(24), Irfan Khan 39*(31)
Ubaid Shah 3-0-30-2, Jordan 2-0-16-0
KK 120/3 after 13 overs – Vince cuts loose, Irfan stalls
Jordan's over yields 8 as Vince finds a boundary
Chris Jordan's second over was a mixed bag-James Vince broke the shackles with a cracking cut shot for four through backward point, while Irfan Khan missed out on a scoring opportunity, mistiming a big shot. A wide and a few singles rounded off the over as KK nudged past 120.
The run rate is hovering just above 9, and with Irfan still set at the crease, KK will hope for acceleration in the coming overs.
Live Score:
KK - 120/3 (13 overs)
Irfan Khan 39*(29), James Vince 22*(20)
Jordan 2-0-16-0, Campher 2-0-12-0
KK 112/3 after 12 overs – Campher keeps it quiet after fireworks
Disciplined over as Irfan, Vince rotate strike
Curtis Campher returned for his second over and delivered a calm spell under pressure. After the carnage in the previous over, he restricted KK to just 5 runs, mixing his lengths smartly and bowling a pinpoint yorker to keep Irfan quiet. Vince chipped in with a few singles, but boundaries dried up.
With 8 overs to go and wickets in hand, KK will now aim to shift gears again as they prepare for the final push.
Live Score:
KK - 112/3 (12 overs)
Irfan Khan 38*(27), James Vince 16*(16)
Campher 2-0-12-0, Usama Mir 3-0-27-0
KK 107/3 after 11 overs – Irfan explodes with back-to-back sixes!
Usama taken to the cleaners as Irfan goes big
Irfan Khan is in full flow now! The right-hander launched Usama Mir for consecutive sixes-first a powerful slog sweep over midwicket, followed by a clean strike down the ground. With 16 runs coming off the over, KK's innings has found fresh momentum at just the right time.
James Vince added a couple of singles and survived a sharp return catch chance, but all eyes are now on Irfan, who is taking charge in the middle overs.
Live Score:
KK - 107/3 (11 overs)
Irfan Khan 36*(24), James Vince 13*(13)
Usama Mir 3-0-27-0, Jordan 1-0-8-0
KK 91/3 after 10 overs – Irfan anchors with a stylish four
Jordan enters but Irfan keeps the momentum alive
Chris Jordan was welcomed into the attack with a classy straight drive from Irfan Khan, who is slowly taking charge of the innings. A mix of low full tosses and short balls helped KK collect 8 runs from the over, keeping the run rate steady around 9.
Vince continues to provide support, while Irfan's calm aggression is now setting the tone for the next phase. With 10 overs left, KK are well poised for a launch.
Live Score:
KK - 91/3 (10 overs)
Irfan Khan 22*(20), James Vince 11*(11)
Jordan 1-0-8-0, Usama Mir 2-0-11-0
KK 83/3 after 9 overs – Irfan smashes a six, KK look to recover
Irfan shifts gears as Usama's tidy over spoiled late
After a quiet few overs, Irfan Khan finally cut loose, dancing down the track to lift Usama Mir over long-on for a majestic six. Though the leg-spinner kept things tight otherwise, that one big hit helped KK gather 8 runs in the over. Vince remains calm at the other end, rotating strike steadily.
The partnership is growing, and with 11 overs to go, KK will be eyeing a strong finish. Irfan now looks set after his watchful start.
Live Score:
KK - 83/3 (9 overs)
Irfan Khan 16*(17), James Vince 9*(8)
Usama Mir 2-0-11-0, Campher 1-0-7-0
KK 75/3 after 8 overs – Irfan finds a boundary, pressure still on
Campher leaks a four but keeps things in check
Curtis Campher began his spell with a slightly expensive over, conceding 7 runs including a fine-leg boundary from Irfan Khan. The right-hander, who was struggling for timing, finally broke free with a well-executed pull over the in-field. Vince added a single to keep the scoreboard ticking.
Despite the occasional release, KK's innings has lost its earlier momentum. They're now relying on this partnership to rebuild and lift the scoring rate again.
Live Score:
KK - 75/3 (8 overs)
Irfan Khan 9*(12), James Vince 8*(7)
Campher 1-0-7-0, Usama Mir 1-0-3-0
Weather & Pitch Report
The weather in Lahore today is expected to be dry and clear — ideal for cricket under lights. The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium has offered a bit of assistance to seamers early on but flattens out beautifully for batters as the game progresses. Chasing sides have held an edge at this venue, which no doubt influenced Warner's decision at the toss. Expect the new ball to swing under lights, but once set, batters can make hay.
Multan Sultans – A Campaign in Crisis
There’s no sugar-coating it — Multan’s 2025 PSL campaign has gone off the rails. With just two points and a net run rate of -2.355, the road to the playoffs looks all but closed. Their capitulation in the last match against Quetta Gladiators was symbolic of their struggles this season. Only Mohammad Rizwan has shown some fight with the bat, amassing 346 runs — but a lone warrior can only carry the team so far.
The Sultans’ bowling unit, led by young Ubaid Shah with 9 wickets, has had moments of brilliance, but has lacked consistency and support. Fielding errors and brittle middle-order collapses have plagued them throughout the campaign.
Karachi Kings – In the Hunt, But Hunted by Inconsistency
Karachi Kings, meanwhile, remain firmly in the playoff conversation, but haven’t quite hit top gear. A narrow 5-run loss to Quetta Gladiators in their previous outing summed up their season — close, but not quite there. Warner fell early, and though Seifert (47) and Vince (30) fought back, the middle order once again failed to close the deal.
Their net run rate of -0.217 is manageable, but they need to build momentum soon. James Vince has been their batting mainstay with 216 runs, while Jason Holder (12 wickets) has been lethal with the ball — though Holder’s absence today due to a niggle could tilt the scales slightly.
Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings Full Squads
Multan Sultans
Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), Shai Hope, Usman Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Kamran Ghulam, Michael Bracewell, Shahid Aziz, David Willey, Chris Jordan, Usama Mir, Akif Javed, Tayyab Tahir, Mohammad Hasnain, Ubaid Shah, Ashton Turner, Gudakesh Motie, Yasir Khan, Joshua Little, Faisal Akram, Aamer Azmat.
Karachi Kings
Tim Seifert (wk), David Warner (c), James Vince, Shan Masood, Arafat Minhas, Khushdil Shah, Irfan Khan, Abbas Afridi, Adam Milne, Hasan Ali, Fawad Ali, Mohammad Nabi, Aamer Jamal, Mir Hamza, Zahid Mahmood, Ben McDermott, Saad Baig, Omair Yousuf, Mohammad Riazullah, Mirza Mamoon.


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