Pakistan Super League (PSL), started in 2016, provided many unforgettable matches to the passionate cricket fans all around the world. This league not only provide thrilling matches to fans but also give an opportunity to young Pakistan players to showcase their talent. There are many unforgettable matches in PSL history, which every cricket fan should like to watch. There are top 5 thrilling matches in PSL history explained below:
PSL 1 Match 18: Lahore Qalandars Vs Quetta Gladiators
The first edition of PSL provided this super-exciting match. The group stage match between Lahore Qalandars and Quetta Gladiators provided fans a thriller. Lahore Qalandars, while batting first, gave a challenging target of 202 with the help of Chris Gayle's ballasting knock of 60 from 34 balls.
While chasing, Quetta Gladiators started aggressively but lost some wickets in the middle overs. In the last over, Quetta needed 15 runs with two wickets in hand, Mohammad Nabi shocked everyone and steal a victory with his fireworks. The Quetta Gladiators won the match and provided fans a dramatic thriller.
PSL 5 2nd Eliminator: Lahore Qalandars VS Multan Sultan
The match between Lahore Qalandars and Multan Sultans is always expected to be tense and dramatic. To ensure a place in the finals, both teams fought hard.
While batting first, Lahore Qalandars gave a difficult target of 183 with help of Fakhar Zaman and David Wiese's fine knocks. While chasing, Adam Lyth scored a quick fifty. As wickets kept falling, Multan Sultans was failed to chase the target. Lahore Qalandars won the match by 25 runs, but Multan Sultans fought hard, which gave an exciting match to fans.
PSL 3 1st Eliminator: Peshawar Zalmi Vs Gladiators
The eliminator match between Peshawar Zalmi and Quetta Gladiators in 2018, is one of the best matches in PSL history. While batting first, Peshawar Zalmi posted a fine target of 158, thanks to the brilliant knock of Liam Dawson.
While chasing, Quetta Gladiators were looking comfortable at one stage. But Wahab Riaz's brilliant spell changed the context of the match. In the last over, Quetta needed 25 runs. Peshawar Zalmi were looking favorites, Liam Dawson was bowling. Anwar Ali shocked everyone and scored 22 runs in first 5 balls.
Quetta needed 3 runs from the last ball, but as the wicket fall, Peshawar Zalmi won the match.
PSL 4 Match 27: Lahore Qalandars Vs Islamabad United
This match was a high scoring thriller. While batting first, Islamabad United posted a huge target of 239 with the help of Cameron Delport's century.
While chasing, Lahore Qalandars fought hard. Fakhar Zaman started aggressively. Sohail Akhtar scored brilliant 75 runs in the middle overs. As the wickets continued to fall, Islamabad United won the match by 49 runs. On the other hand, Lahore Qalandars fought hard to reach the target which makes it a thrilling match.
PSL 7 Final: Lahore Qalandars Vs Multan Sultans
The PSL 7 final between Lahore Qalandars and Multan Sultans is one of the most memorable matches in PSL history. Lahore never won a PSL title, was desperate to won the match. While batting first, Lahore Qalandars posted a strong target of 181 with the help of Mohammad Hafeez and Harry Brook's brilliant knocks.
While chasing, Multan Sultan's strong batting lineup felt difficulty due to the brilliant spell of Shaheen Shah Afridi. Shaheen Afridi not only put pressure on the opponents but also took some crucial wickets at key moments.
At last, Lahore Qalandars was succeed in winning the first title. Fans were very emotional in celebrating Lahore Qalandar's victory. It was a huge dramatic match.
Final Thoughts
The Pakistan Super League provided many thrilling matches to passionate cricket fans. All matches proved the beauty of league cricket. The fans are delight to watch such matches.
For the upcoming seasons of PSL, we expect to watch some more thrilling matches. For now, these matches are reminder of why PSL is one the best cricket league in the world.