Multan Sultans’ Ihsanullah Replacement Revealed as Ali Majid Shah
Injury Forces Replacement for Multan Sultans’ Ihsanullah PSL 9
Multan Sultans have announced the replacement for their key pacer, Ihsanullah, who is currently recovering from elbow surgery undergone in September 2023. The 21-year-old has been diligently practicing in the nets, but he has not received the match-fit status from the team’s medical staff. Consequently, Ali Majid Shah will take up the mantle for the remainder of PSL 9 matches.
Ihsanullah’s PSL 8 Performance
Ihsanullah played a crucial role for Multan Sultans in PSL 8, emerging as the second-highest wicket-taker with an impressive tally of 22 wickets in 13 matches.
Multan Sultans’ Dominance in PSL 9
Currently topping the PSL 9 points table with eight points from five matches and a net run rate (NRR) of 0.78, Multan Sultans are in a formidable position. Their recent victory against Quetta Gladiators, breaking Gladiators’ three-match winning streak, showcased their prowess in defending a target of 181.
Summary of Multan Sultans vs. Quetta Gladiators Clash
In the 11th match of Pakistan Super League PSL 9, Multan Sultans successfully defended their 181-run target against Quetta Gladiators. Gladiators struggled during the chase, losing crucial wickets. A 60-run partnership between Rilee Rossouw and Khawaja Nafay briefly gave Gladiators control, but Sultans turned the tide after Rossouw’s dismissal. Eventually, Gladiators could only manage 167 runs in the allocated overs.
Batting Brilliance Sets the Tone
Batting first, Multan Sultans made a strong start with Usman Khan hitting three boundaries in the first over. Despite losing Usman Khan early, skipper Mohammad Rizwan’s vital 79-run partnership with Reeza Hendricks set the stage. Hendricks’ remarkable 72 runs off 47 balls, supported by Imran Tahir’s unbeaten 35 off 22, propelled Sultans to a competitive total of 181.
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