Rawalpindiz vs Hyderabad Kingsmen Highlights, 24th Match | Apr 16: Hunain Shah Masterclass Dismantles Rawalpindiz as Perera and Irfan Seal the Chase

RWP vs HHK 24th PSL Match Highlights: Hyderabad Kingsmen secured a controlled five-wicket victory over Rawalpindiz at the National Stadium, Karachi, chasing down 122 with 21 balls to spare. The result strengthened HHK’s position in the points table while leaving RWP struggling near the bottom.

Rawalpindiz, after being put in to bat, never found sustained momentum on a surface that offered enough assistance for disciplined bowling. Early strikes in the powerplay reduced them to 24/3, with both Mohammad Rizwan and Usman Khawaja falling cheaply. Yasir Khan attempted to anchor the innings with 24 off 30 balls, but his slow tempo meant the innings lacked acceleration through the middle overs.

The Kingsmen bowlers maintained tight control, particularly through Hunain Shah and Mohammad Ali, who shared six wickets between them. Hunain’s spell was especially impactful, removing key middle-order batters and ensuring Rawalpindiz could not build partnerships. Sam Billings provided some resistance with 26 off 22, while late contributions from Asif Afridi pushed the total to 121/9, though it remained below par.

In response, Hyderabad Kingsmen had a slightly shaky start, losing three wickets inside the powerplay. However, Marnus Labuschagne counterattacked with 32 off 21, stabilizing the innings before his dismissal. Despite a brief wobble at 69/5, the chase was calmly managed by Kusal Perera and Irfan Khan.

The duo added an unbeaten 54-run stand for the sixth wicket, guiding HHK home with calculated strokeplay. Perera’s composed 32* and Irfan Khan’s steady 34* ensured there were no late surprises, as Kingsmen reached the target in just 16.3 overs, underlining their dominance in the latter half of the match.

Toss Winner

Hyderabad Kingsmen opted to field first after winning the toss.

Key Moment

The decisive phase came during Hunain Shah’s middle-overs spell, where he picked up three wickets for 18 runs, breaking Rawalpindiz’s core and preventing any meaningful recovery beyond a modest total.

Star Performer / MVP

Hunain Shah was the defining performer with figures of 3/18, dismantling the middle order and controlling the scoring rate at a crucial stage.

Rawalpindiz vs Hyderabad Kingsmen Match Summary

RWP vs HHK Playing XI

Rawalpindiz: Mohammad Rizwan, Usman Khawaja, Yasir Khan, Daryl Mitchell, Abdullah Fazal, Sam Billings, Saad Masood, Mubasir Khan, Asif Afridi, Ben Sears, Mohammad Amir

Hyderabad Kingsmen: Maaz Sadaqat, Marnus Labuschagne, Saim Ayub, Usman Khan, Kusal Perera, Glenn Maxwell, Irfan Khan, Hassan Khan, Asif Mehmood, Hunain Shah, Mohammad Ali

FAQs – Yesterday’s Rawalpindiz vs Hyderabad Kingsmen 24th Match (Apr 16, 2026)

Q1: What was the final score of yesterday’s Rawalpindiz vs Hyderabad Kingsmen match?
A1: Yesterday (April 16, 2026): 24th Match
Hyderabad Kingsmen (123/5 in 16.3 overs) beat Rawalpindiz (121/9 in 20 overs) by 5 wickets.
Rawalpindiz: Sam Billings scored 26 while Asif Afridi added 15*.
Hyderabad Kingsmen: Kusal Perera made 32* and Irfan Khan scored 34*.
Result: Hyderabad Kingsmen improved to 4th position, Rawalpindiz remained 8th.

Q2: Who was named the Player of the Match?
A2: Hunain Shah was named the Player of the Match for his match-winning spell of 3/18 in four overs.

Q3: Where was the match played, and who won the toss?
A3: The match was played at the National Stadium, Karachi. Hyderabad Kingsmen won the toss and elected to field first.

Disclaimer: This match highlight is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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