Hyderabad Kingsmen vs Islamabad United Highlights: Hunain’s Heroics Sends Kingsmen into PSL 2026 Final

Hyderabad Kingsmen won a thriller against Islamabad United at the Gaddafi Stadium, thanks to Hunain Shah’s remarkable final over. He held his nerves when Islamabad needed just 6 off the last over and delivered a remarkable spell that will be remembered for a long time. He took a wicket and gave away just 3 runs, helping Hyderabad Kingsmen secure a spot in the PSL 2026 final.

As far as Islamabad United are concerned, they would be feeling disappointed after losing such a close game. They were on the brink of victory at the end, but Hunain disrupted their party plans by delivering a stunning final over. As a result, Islamabad are now out of the tournament despite being one of the strongest teams in this year’s PSL.

In this article, we will take a look at the highlights of the match between Hyderabad Kingsmen vs Islamabad United. Let’s first have a quick overview of the match summary below.

Hyderabad Kingsmen vs Islamabad United PSL 2026 Match Summary

Hyderabad Kingsmen defeated Islamabad United in the latest PSL clash, as Hunain Shah’s splendid final over stunned the Shadab-led team. He defended just 6 runs in the last over, giving Hyderabad Kingsmen a surprising victory at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.

Batting first, Hyderabad Kingsmen managed to score 186, courtesy of Usman Khan’s unbeaten 61 runs. He played a remarkable innings when Hyderabad were struggling badly, as Islamabad United looked in control to dismiss them on a low total. Usman made sure to not just steady the innings, but also attack strongly to put the pressure back on United.

When Islamabad came out to chase the target, they took a calculated approach to hunt down the target. Their middle order set up the chase perfectly, however, Hunain Shah delivered a perfect over that stunned them in the end. As a result, Islamabad United lost the match, and Hyderabad Kingsmen secured their place in the PSL 2026 final.

Key Match Details

• Match: Hyderabad Kingsmen vs Islamabad United
• Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• Toss: Islamabad United chose to field
• Hyderabad Kingsmen: 186/5 (20 Overs)
• Islamabad United: 184/7 (20 Overs)
• Result: Hyderabad Kingsmen won the match by 2 runs

Strong Performers: Hyderabad Kingsmen

• Hunain Shah – 2 wickets, Man of the Match
• Usman Khan – 61 runs
• Kusal Perera – 37 runs

Strong Performers: Islamabad United

• Mark Chapman – 43 runs
• Haidar Ali – 31 runs
• Imad Wasim – 2 wickets

Watch Highlights on tapmad

The PSL clash between Hyderabad Kingsmen vs Islamabad United was streamed live on tapmad recently. Those who failed to catch the live action can still watch a quick recap of the game. Just head over to the highlights section of the app and start watching the key moments of the game in HD video quality.

Final Words

The recent PSL clash between Hyderabad Kingsmen vs Islamabad United was a thriller, as both teams played hard until the end. Kingsmen held their nerves to seal a tight victory, as Islamabad were left disappointed with their last over slip-up. By winning the match, Hyderabad Kingsmen qualified for the PSL 2026 final where they will meet Peshawar Zalmi on May 3. It is expected to be a thrilling contest, as both teams are in good form, eager to secure the prestigious PSL trophy.