Multan Sultans’ opening win in HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 wasn’t just about cricketing dominance—it also came with a bizarre twist. During the electrifying match against Lahore Qalandars at Multan Cricket Stadium, young pacer Ubaid Shah delivered more than just pace and precision—he delivered an accidental hit to teammate Usman Khan that caught everyone off guard.
The incident happened moments after Shah dismissed Sam Billings with a blistering delivery. Overcome with adrenaline, the fast bowler leapt into the air and swung his arm in celebration—only to strike wicketkeeper Usman Khan squarely on the head. Usman, notably without a helmet and only donning a hat, was briefly dazed by the impact.
Medical staff rushed in, and for a moment, it looked like things could take a serious turn. But after a quick assessment, Usman flashed a thumbs-up toward the dugout, signaling he was fit to continue. The concern among teammates quickly gave way to relief, and the match resumed with intensity intact.
Despite the unintended blow, Ubaid Shah was a standout performer. His three wickets played a pivotal role in restricting Lahore Qalandars to 195/9 while chasing a mammoth target of 229.
Lahore Qalandars started strong thanks to power-packed cameos from Fakhar Zaman (32 off 14) and Abdullah Shafique (28 off 21). The middle order fought valiantly through Sam Billings (43 off 23) and Sikandar Raza (50 off 27), but the soaring asking rate proved too much to overcome.
Multan’s imposing total was built on a blistering batting display, headlined by Yasir Khan’s 87 and an opening stand of 89 runs—the highest total ever posted at the Multan Cricket Stadium in PSL history.
This victory marked Multan Sultans’ first win of the campaign, while Lahore Qalandars—now with two wins and two losses—will aim to bounce back in their upcoming clash against Peshawar Zalmi on February 24 at Gaddafi Stadium.
One thing is certain: Multan’s win will be remembered not just for the scoreboard dominance, but for a celebration that went just a bit too far.
