Sultans vs Kingsmen Live: Shan Masood Shines as MS Set 159/9 Against HHK in PSL 11 2026

Multan Sultans' top-order faced a tough challenge as wickets fell regularly in the first half of the innings. Sahibzada Farhan, caught by Saim Ayub off Akif Javed, was dismissed for 15 runs off 12 balls. Steven Smith quickly followed, dismissed for 13 runs, caught by Maaz Sadaqat off Mohammad Ali’s bowling.

With the Sultans at 51/4, the situation looked grim, but Shan Masood led the fightback. Masood’s brilliant 69 runs off 46 balls, including 4 boundaries and 4 sixes, gave the Sultans hope. His innings helped them recover, but wickets continued to fall around him.

Middle-Order Collapse and Sultans Finish at 159/9

Despite Masood’s efforts, the middle order collapsed, with Arafat Minhas (1), Mohammad Nawaz (18), and Mohammad Imran (2) falling to key deliveries. A run-out of Faisal Akram and wickets from Hunain Shah and Glenn Maxwell meant the Sultans could only manage a total of 159/9.

The Kingsmen bowlers were sharp, with Akif Javed and Mohammad Ali both picking up 2 wickets each. The standout performances came from Akif Javed (2/30) and Mohammad Ali (2/34), who kept the pressure on throughout the innings.

Key Bowling Performances:

• Akif Javed: 4 overs, 2 wickets for 30 runs, economy rate of 7.50
• Mohammad Ali: 4 overs, 2 wickets for 34 runs, economy rate of 8.50
• Hunain Shah: 4 overs, 2 wickets for 31 runs, economy rate of 7.75
• Saim Ayub: 4 overs, 1 wicket for 23 runs, economy rate of 5.75

Predictions:

With Sultans vs Kingsmen live providing thrilling cricket, the Hyderabad Kingsmen now have a chaseable target ahead. Considering their strong bowling attack and the depth in their batting lineup, the Kingsmen are in a favorable position to take control. If their openers can provide a solid start, they will likely chase down this total comfortably.

However, the Sultans’ bowlers cannot be ruled out just yet. They have the potential to put pressure on the Kingsmen, particularly if they take early wickets. With the momentum shifting back and forth, it will be a thrilling second half, but the Kingsmen, with their consistent form, are slightly ahead in the race.

The Kingsmen's bowlers will need to keep things tight and avoid any big partnerships from the Sultans’ middle order. If they execute their plans well, Hyderabad has the upper hand in this high-stakes eliminator.