Sat Apr 26 17:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Karachi Kings Collapse Hands Quetta Gladiators Thrilling Victory

**LAHORE, PAKISTAN** – In a stunning turn of events late Friday night, the Quetta Gladiators snatched a thrilling five-run victory over the Karachi Kings in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Despite the Kings appearing comfortably poised to chase down a modest 142-run target with eight wickets in hand and only 50 runs needed from the final eight overs, a dramatic batting collapse handed the Gladiators a crucial win.

The Kings were cruising at 93/2 in the 12th over, with Tim Seifert and James Vince anchoring the chase. However, a catastrophic collapse saw them lose five wickets for just 14 runs in a devastating 4.4-over spell. While Hasan Ali fought valiantly, he couldn’t prevent the Kings’ third loss of the season.

Earlier, Quetta Gladiators’ batting performance was lackluster, with only Faheem Ashraf and Kusal Mendis offering significant resistance in their 142-run total. The win, however, provided a much-needed boost for the Gladiators, who had suffered consecutive defeats. The team’s celebrations were exuberant, with captain Saud Shakeel and mentor Sir Vivian Richards expressing their delight at the unexpected victory against a strong opponent.

The win is a significant morale booster for the Gladiators, who face a demanding schedule with four matches in the next eight days. For the Karachi Kings, currently second in the table, the unexpected loss serves as a setback, highlighting the need to maintain consistency. Their stop-start campaign now requires a winning streak to regain momentum.

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