Karachi Kings Won by 4 Wickets Against Lahore Qalandars in PSL 2026 Match 6 Lahore
Karachi Kings beat Lahore Qalandars by 4 wickets in a dramatic finish to PSL 2026 Match 6 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on March 29, 2026. Abbas Afridi hit a four and a six off the last two balls to seal a nervy chase of 129, finishing the game with 3 balls to spare.
| Match Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | 6th Match, PSL 2026 |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Date | March 29, 2026 |
| Lahore Qalandars | 128/9 (20 overs) |
| Karachi Kings | 131/6 (19.3 overs) |
| Result | Karachi Kings won by 4 wickets |
| Player of the Match | Adam Zampa (2/11) |
Match Summary
This was a low-scoring thriller on a used, slow pitch. Lahore Qalandars never got going with the bat and posted only 128/9 in 20 overs. Shaheen Shah Afridi then took 4 wickets to make the chase incredibly difficult but Abbas Afridi’s explosive finish at the death got Kings over the line in one of the most dramatic endings of PSL 2026 so far.
There was also a major talking point in the final over when Lahore were handed a five-run penalty for changing the condition of the ball. That turned a target of 14 off 6 balls into just 9 off 6, and effectively handed Karachi the momentum they needed at the most critical moment.
Key Performances
Karachi Kings Bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Zampa | 4 | 11 | 2 | 2.75 |
| Moeen Ali | 4 | 31 | 2 | 7.75 |
| Abbas Afridi | 4 | 19 | 1 | 4.75 |
Adam Zampa was the standout bowler with a miserly 2/11 in 4 overs on a pitch that suited him perfectly. The Australian leg-spinner used his experience on slow Lahore surfaces to control the middle overs completely and earned himself the Player of the Match award.
Lahore Qalandars Bowling
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaheen Shah Afridi | 4 | 18 | 4 | 4.50 |
| Haris Rauf | 3.3 | 45 | 1 | 12.85 |
| Mustafizur Rahman | 4 | 20 | 1 | 5.00 |
Shaheen was exceptional with 4/18 but it was not enough. Haris Rauf’s final over cost 14 runs and was where the match was ultimately decided, including the dramatic five-run penalty that swung the game completely.
The Ball Tampering Drama
The biggest talking point of the match came in the final over. Lahore were handed a five-run penalty for changing the condition of the ball, which reduced Karachi’s target from 14 off 6 balls to just 9 off 6. Karachi were also given the choice of which ball to use going into the final over.
Shaheen, speaking after the match, was measured about it, saying the team fought till the last ball and that they would discuss the matter internally. The incident is likely to be talked about for days in Pakistani cricket circles.
How the Chase Unfolded
Karachi were in trouble for most of the chase. Shaheen tore through the top order and at multiple points it looked like Lahore might defend their modest total. But Muhammad Waseem and Azam Khan steadied things in the middle and Khushdil Shah chipped in with 13 before being brilliantly caught by Sikandar Raza at cow corner off Haris Rauf.
That left 14 needed off the final over with Abbas Afridi walking in at number nine. What followed was pure drama. A wide, then a four drilled back down the ground, then a massive six over the leg side to finish the game. Abbas ended unbeaten on 10 off just 2 balls.
The Karachi Kings squad has now won back-to-back matches and sit at the top of the table after this result.
Updated PSL 2026 Points Table After Match 6
| # | Team | M | W | L | PTS | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karachi Kings | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | +0.700 |
| 2 | Lahore Qalandars | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | +3.450 |
| 3 | Multan Sultans | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +0.825 |
| 4 | Peshawar Zalmi | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +0.674 |
| 5 | Quetta Gladiators | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | +0.650 |
| 6 | Rawalpindi | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -0.674 |
| 7 | Islamabad United | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -0.825 |
| 8 | Hyderabad Kingsmen | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | -2.725 |
Follow the live standings on the PSL 2026 points table and check all upcoming fixtures on the PSL 2026 schedule.
FAQs
Who won PSL 2026 Match 6 tonight? Karachi Kings won by 4 wickets against Lahore Qalandars at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
Who was Player of the Match in Karachi vs Lahore PSL 2026? Adam Zampa won the Player of the Match award for his brilliant 2/11 in 4 overs.
What happened with the ball tampering penalty in Match 6? Lahore Qalandars were given a five-run penalty in the final over for changing the condition of the ball, reducing Karachi’s target from 14 to 9 off the last 6 balls.
Who finished the match for Karachi Kings? Abbas Afridi came in at number nine and hit a four and six off consecutive balls to seal the win with 3 balls remaining.
How many wickets did Shaheen Shah Afridi take in Match 6? Shaheen took 4 wickets for 18 runs in 4 overs but ended up on the losing side.
Where does Karachi Kings stand in PSL 2026 after this win? Karachi Kings move to the top of the table with 4 points from 2 matches after back-to-back wins.
