Did Hyderabad Kingsmen secure their playoff spot? Yes, they did. The Kingsmen beat Rawalpindiz by 108 runs in a commanding match on April 26, 2026.
The game took place at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi. Hyderabad scored 244 runs for 6 wickets in their innings. In response, Rawalpindiz struggled and were bowled out for just 136 runs in 17.1 overs.
Hunain Shah led the bowling attack for the Kingsmen, taking 4 wickets for 22 runs in just over three overs. Akif Javed also contributed significantly with 3 wickets for 30 runs.
On the batting side, Glenn Maxwell was outstanding. He scored 70 runs off just 37 balls. Usman Khan added to the tally with a quickfire 54 runs off 26 balls. Kusal Perera also made a notable contribution with a solid innings of 50 runs off 30 balls.
Rawalpindiz’s Usman Khawaja was the standout performer for his team, scoring 66 runs off 43 balls, but it wasn’t enough to turn the tide.
This victory not only showcased Hyderabad’s dominant performance but also ensured their qualification for the playoffs of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11.
With this win, the Kingsmen finished with a total of 10 points from their ten matches played in the league.
Hyderabad needed to restrict Rawalpindiz to fewer than 158 runs to qualify. They exceeded expectations with this comprehensive win.
The next round of matches will determine how far they can go in PSL 11. Fans are eager to see if they can continue this momentum into the playoffs.