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No, this is Haider Azhar’s second season. He’s been forced to catch on. He wanted 4-5 years of Shan Masood captaincy with the vision of making him their Rizwan.
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Well tbh, Haider is data driven and Shan is probably the only player in Pakistan who understands its importance. Though, their squad was mediocre last season.
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What kind of Data suggests you signs Kieron Pollard as your first pick in the platinum last year?
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Surely they can draft Will O Rourke in somehow? The guy is doing nothing!
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Arafat Minhas hails team spirit after Karachi Kings’ thrilling win over Multan Sultans
Karachi Kings’ all-rounder Arafat Minhas described the thrilling victory against Multan Sultans in the third match of HBL PSL 10 as a significant morale booster for the squad.
Minhas, who conceded 24 runs in his two overs, underscored the importance of securing a win in the team’s first outing of the tournament.
“Every player values the first match of the event. A win in the opener has lifted our spirits,” said Minhas.
Reflecting on his experience, the 20-year-old left-hander highlighted the opportunity to share the dressing room with seasoned international players.
“Training and sharing the dressing room with senior players like James Vince, David Warner, and Tim Seifert is extremely helpful. It’s motivating to observe and learn from them during practice sessions and matches,” he noted.
Minhas also acknowledged that the team approached the match without a rigid tactical plan but credited the management for backing him with a defined role.
“Our team didn’t have a specific strategy going into the match, but the management showed confidence in me. I was given a clear role, and I aim to fulfill it to the best of my ability,” he said.
The young all-rounder admitted there were lapses in the field and emphasized the importance of addressing those in the upcoming fixtures.
“We made some mistakes in the field, but ultimately, credit for the win goes to James Vince. Our focus now is to continue improving and perform consistently in the matches ahead,” he concluded.
Karachi Kings’ all-rounder Arafat Minhas described the thrilling victory against Multan Sultans in the third match of HBL PSL 10 as a significant morale booster for the squad.
Minhas, who conceded 24 runs in his two overs, underscored the importance of securing a win in the team’s first outing of the tournament.
“Every player values the first match of the event. A win in the opener has lifted our spirits,” said Minhas.
Reflecting on his experience, the 20-year-old left-hander highlighted the opportunity to share the dressing room with seasoned international players.
“Training and sharing the dressing room with senior players like James Vince, David Warner, and Tim Seifert is extremely helpful. It’s motivating to observe and learn from them during practice sessions and matches,” he noted.
Minhas also acknowledged that the team approached the match without a rigid tactical plan but credited the management for backing him with a defined role.
“Our team didn’t have a specific strategy going into the match, but the management showed confidence in me. I was given a clear role, and I aim to fulfill it to the best of my ability,” he said.
The young all-rounder admitted there were lapses in the field and emphasized the importance of addressing those in the upcoming fixtures.
“We made some mistakes in the field, but ultimately, credit for the win goes to James Vince. Our focus now is to continue improving and perform consistently in the matches ahead,” he concluded.
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Warner needs to look into position of Shan Masood , is he really required viable options can be OBY and Amir Jamal from local category
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Yep... Shan should be benched... They have better players available..
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Warner can look into whatever he wants.
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Karachi Kings thought they would be winning after getting Warner lol..
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Get Mohammad Nabi and Mir Hamza In
Drop Arafat Minhas and Adam Milne
Drop Arafat Minhas and Adam Milne
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Adam Milne and Tim Southee were both in Platinum and they picked Adam Milne.
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They beat your Multan Sultans
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‘We will bounce back in next match’: Karachi Kings’ Assistant Coach Mohammad Masroor
Karachi Kings assistant coach Mohammad Masroor has vowed to make a comeback after the defeat to Islamabad United on Sunday in the 10th fixture of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10.
Chasing a modest total of 129 runs, the defending champions knocked the winning runs comfortably, losing three wickets in the process with 17 balls to spare.
Islamabad United were off to a solid start in pursuit of the target, posting 34 runs in four overs. The stand between Azam Khan and Sahibzada Farhan came to an end with the latter’s dismissal.
Sahibzada Farhan, the leading run-scorer in PSL 10, was caught after scoring 31 off 18 deliveries, an innings featuring five fours and one six. Colin Munro (4) was also dismissed in the same over, providing a brief opening for Karachi Kings.
However, the promoted opener Azam Khan remained firm at one end, forging a 65-run partnership with Shadab Khan. His gutsy 31 off 30 deliveries included three fours and one huge six.
Player of the Match Shadab Khan top-scored with a composed 47 off 40 balls, laced with five fours and two sixes.
For Karachi Kings, Hasan Ali was the stand-out bowler, taking two for 28 in his four overs while both Abbas Afridi and Mohammad Nabi claimed one wicket each.
While speaking to the media in the post-match press conference, Masroor shared his thoughts on the team’s decisions and pitch conditions.
“We won the first two matches because of Karachi Kings' top-order. We have a strong core and we will bounce back in the next match,” he said.
Masroor revealed that had there been a left-handed batter, they would have introduced Mohammad Nabi earlier into the attack. He explained that the pitch supported both spinners and fast bowlers.
“Two right-handers were playing; had a left-hander been present, we would have used Nabi. We aimed for pace because the pitch was equally supportive of fast bowlers,” he remarked.
“Our overseas players are performing well. If pitches continue to improve, they’ll be able to contribute even more,” he added.
Speaking about his role, Masroor mentioned that he assists head coach Ravi Bopara in understanding the local players better. He also pointed out that the pitch was made using Australian soil, which made it slightly tricky to read.”
“I assist him [Ravi Bopara] in understanding the local players. We were expecting more bounce here, but this wicket wasn’t exactly ideal for T20 cricket,” he concluded.
Source: https://karachikings.com.pk/we-will-bounce-back-karachi-kings-assistant-coach-mohammad-masroor/
Karachi Kings assistant coach Mohammad Masroor has vowed to make a comeback after the defeat to Islamabad United on Sunday in the 10th fixture of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10.
Chasing a modest total of 129 runs, the defending champions knocked the winning runs comfortably, losing three wickets in the process with 17 balls to spare.
Islamabad United were off to a solid start in pursuit of the target, posting 34 runs in four overs. The stand between Azam Khan and Sahibzada Farhan came to an end with the latter’s dismissal.
Sahibzada Farhan, the leading run-scorer in PSL 10, was caught after scoring 31 off 18 deliveries, an innings featuring five fours and one six. Colin Munro (4) was also dismissed in the same over, providing a brief opening for Karachi Kings.
However, the promoted opener Azam Khan remained firm at one end, forging a 65-run partnership with Shadab Khan. His gutsy 31 off 30 deliveries included three fours and one huge six.
Player of the Match Shadab Khan top-scored with a composed 47 off 40 balls, laced with five fours and two sixes.
For Karachi Kings, Hasan Ali was the stand-out bowler, taking two for 28 in his four overs while both Abbas Afridi and Mohammad Nabi claimed one wicket each.
While speaking to the media in the post-match press conference, Masroor shared his thoughts on the team’s decisions and pitch conditions.
“We won the first two matches because of Karachi Kings' top-order. We have a strong core and we will bounce back in the next match,” he said.
Masroor revealed that had there been a left-handed batter, they would have introduced Mohammad Nabi earlier into the attack. He explained that the pitch supported both spinners and fast bowlers.
“Two right-handers were playing; had a left-hander been present, we would have used Nabi. We aimed for pace because the pitch was equally supportive of fast bowlers,” he remarked.
“Our overseas players are performing well. If pitches continue to improve, they’ll be able to contribute even more,” he added.
Speaking about his role, Masroor mentioned that he assists head coach Ravi Bopara in understanding the local players better. He also pointed out that the pitch was made using Australian soil, which made it slightly tricky to read.”
“I assist him [Ravi Bopara] in understanding the local players. We were expecting more bounce here, but this wicket wasn’t exactly ideal for T20 cricket,” he concluded.
Source: https://karachikings.com.pk/we-will-bounce-back-karachi-kings-assistant-coach-mohammad-masroor/
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“Need to Play Our Best Game”: David Warner Reflects on Defeat Against Islamabad United
Karachi Kings fell short in a low-scoring affair at the National Bank Stadium on Sunday night, as Islamabad United cruised to a six-wicket win to continue their unbeaten run in HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) X.
Despite flashes of brilliance, including a stellar two-wicket over from Hasan Ali and a stunning catch by David Warner, the Kings couldn’t overcome a disciplined United unit.
Speaking after the match, Karachi Kings captain David Warner admitted the side didn’t quite hit their stride—particularly with the bat.
“It was always going to be difficult; losing the toss doesn’t help,” he said. “We need to try and get into positions where we can post a good score. It was a bit up and down—we were probably 20 runs short of a competitive total.”
The Kings posted 128/7 after being sent in to bat, with Tim Seifert top-scoring with 30 (37), while Mohammad Abbas Afridi added late impetus with a 9-ball 24*.
But with United’s bowlers firing on all cylinders—Naseem Shah, Jason Holder, and Shadab Khan picking up two wickets each—it proved insufficient.
Warner, who fell early to a peach from Naseem Shah, pointed out the difficulty of reading the surface. “We play on the same wicket on Monday, so we know how it’s going to behave.
We need to assess how we go about our batting,” he added, stressing the importance of identifying scoring opportunities early. “We need to work out how we’re going to hit boundaries and how we approach the first six overs.”
While Warner acknowledged his own eye-catching catch—running back to dismiss in-form Sahibzada Farhan—he downplayed the effort with trademark humility: “It went up and I did what I know—ran back and kept my eyes on it. It was a fluke at the end of the day.”
Among the few positives for the Kings was the continued impact of Hasan Ali, who removed both Sahibzada Farhan and Colin Munro in a fiery fifth over.
“His experience is great—he spearheads our attack,” Warner said. “It’s great to have his class and caliber. He’s in good rhythm, and hopefully he can continue and find more success.”
Karachi Kings were initially considered to have a home advantage with five straight matches in Karachi, but Warner hinted that the narrative may not be holding up.
“We were told having five games here was an advantage, but you can see now that it isn’t. The dew has been inconsistent—it’s hard to tell what’s going to happen. For us, it’s just about playing good cricket.”
With a short turnaround before facing Peshawar Zalmi on Monday night, Warner was clear about the team’s focus. “We just need to play our best game. We need to focus on our powerplay batting and building partnerships.”
The Kings will be eager to bounce back and keep their campaign alive as they return to the field today.
Source: https://karachikings.com.pk/need-to...-reflects-on-defeat-against-islamabad-united/
Karachi Kings fell short in a low-scoring affair at the National Bank Stadium on Sunday night, as Islamabad United cruised to a six-wicket win to continue their unbeaten run in HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) X.
Despite flashes of brilliance, including a stellar two-wicket over from Hasan Ali and a stunning catch by David Warner, the Kings couldn’t overcome a disciplined United unit.
Speaking after the match, Karachi Kings captain David Warner admitted the side didn’t quite hit their stride—particularly with the bat.
“It was always going to be difficult; losing the toss doesn’t help,” he said. “We need to try and get into positions where we can post a good score. It was a bit up and down—we were probably 20 runs short of a competitive total.”
The Kings posted 128/7 after being sent in to bat, with Tim Seifert top-scoring with 30 (37), while Mohammad Abbas Afridi added late impetus with a 9-ball 24*.
But with United’s bowlers firing on all cylinders—Naseem Shah, Jason Holder, and Shadab Khan picking up two wickets each—it proved insufficient.
Warner, who fell early to a peach from Naseem Shah, pointed out the difficulty of reading the surface. “We play on the same wicket on Monday, so we know how it’s going to behave.
We need to assess how we go about our batting,” he added, stressing the importance of identifying scoring opportunities early. “We need to work out how we’re going to hit boundaries and how we approach the first six overs.”
While Warner acknowledged his own eye-catching catch—running back to dismiss in-form Sahibzada Farhan—he downplayed the effort with trademark humility: “It went up and I did what I know—ran back and kept my eyes on it. It was a fluke at the end of the day.”
Among the few positives for the Kings was the continued impact of Hasan Ali, who removed both Sahibzada Farhan and Colin Munro in a fiery fifth over.
“His experience is great—he spearheads our attack,” Warner said. “It’s great to have his class and caliber. He’s in good rhythm, and hopefully he can continue and find more success.”
Karachi Kings were initially considered to have a home advantage with five straight matches in Karachi, but Warner hinted that the narrative may not be holding up.
“We were told having five games here was an advantage, but you can see now that it isn’t. The dew has been inconsistent—it’s hard to tell what’s going to happen. For us, it’s just about playing good cricket.”
With a short turnaround before facing Peshawar Zalmi on Monday night, Warner was clear about the team’s focus. “We just need to play our best game. We need to focus on our powerplay batting and building partnerships.”
The Kings will be eager to bounce back and keep their campaign alive as they return to the field today.
Source: https://karachikings.com.pk/need-to...-reflects-on-defeat-against-islamabad-united/
Unless Warner has a sudden change in form, I don't think KK will make it to the playoffs. Their trump card was their top order and the openers have not delivered so far. The middle order is insipid and they don't have notable bench strength to remedy that. Omair and Saad are good players but not what KK need and Shan is just hogging a spot in the squad. They only picked one specialist spinner and that too Zahid! Looking at their squad its difficult to see what changes they can make other than the team they played yesterday. But we are nearing an important point in the tournament from tomorrow as it shifts to Multan and Lahore. Maybe the change in conditions will help Warner and Seifert.
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KK won 2 of their 4 fixtures with Warner not really firing
It’s James Vince who is the key wicket in both games.
KK usually win 2 games after 7 fixtures. They are doing ok, and will become better when they play on better wickets in Pindi, Multan and Lahore.
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I keep reiterating, they have to stretch out that top 3
Losing 2 out of Warner, Siefert and Vince in the powerplay really confuses that middle/lower order who are not experienced enough.
I still think Warner should come at 3 and hold fort.
Open with Omair Bin Yousuf.
Losing 2 out of Warner, Siefert and Vince in the powerplay really confuses that middle/lower order who are not experienced enough.
I still think Warner should come at 3 and hold fort.
Open with Omair Bin Yousuf.
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The team has no balance. Both games were won because of Vince's batting. Their team seems to have a bunch of promising names but it doesn't seem like they thought much about defining roles or the type of players they needed in their squad. Seems like another case of a team going for big names, rather than thinking hard about what they offer. Picking Williamson for instance makes very little sense. As does picking injury-prone Adam Milne. They have too many openers and fast-bowlers, and too few spinners and middle-order bats.
This is what happens when you don't invest in your own players. You are forced to create a new team from scratch every season, and because of the constant state of flux the team is never allowed any time to settle.
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Best start to a PSL in years for them. Winning 3/5
Warner finding his groove on a tough wicket against a good bowling effort by Zalmi.
The Pakistan players really need to get their act together with the bat. Only Khushdil has stepped up so far.
Thoroughly disappointed with Niazi. What a loser he is turning out to be!
Warner finding his groove on a tough wicket against a good bowling effort by Zalmi.
The Pakistan players really need to get their act together with the bat. Only Khushdil has stepped up so far.
Thoroughly disappointed with Niazi. What a loser he is turning out to be!
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Definitely doing better than they did last time. Should go to play-offs but I dont think they have got it to win the PSL
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They have an Australian champion leader.
Pakistanis should be the last to doubt Australian champion mindset.
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