Islamabad United players marked their win in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season nine by waving the Palestinian flag after their thrilling win against Multan Sultans in the final showdown at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi.
Hunain Shah, Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, and other members of the Islamabad United squad were seen proudly displaying the Palestinian flag as they paraded around the stadium, expressing gratitude to the fans for their unwavering support.
This celebratory gesture served as a symbol of solidarity with the Palestinian people who have faced hardship following the tragic events of October 7, according to reports.
During the celebrations, only the Pakistani players from Islamabad United were spotted holding the Palestinian flag, as the international players were not present during the post-match celebrations.
Under the leadership of captain Shadab Khan, Islamabad United clinched their third PSL title, adding to their previous victories in 2016 and 2018, establishing themselves as the most successful team in the tournament’s history.
The nail-biting final concluded with Islamabad United needing just one run off one ball. In a moment of brilliance, Hunain Shah identified a gap in the field and struck the ball for a boundary, sealing victory for his team.
Overview of the PSL final match
The PSL 9 final witnessed Islamabad United facing early setbacks, losing three wickets in the initial overs and finding themselves at 55-3. However, the experienced Martin Guptill and explosive Azam Khan stitched together a crucial 47-run partnership to stabilize the innings.
Despite Guptill’s dismissal after scoring a well-deserved half-century, the lower-order batsmen, led by Imad Wasim and Naseem Shah, made valuable contributions to guide the team to victory.
In the first innings, Multan Sultans encountered early setbacks as their skipper Mohammad Rizwan was dismissed by Islamabad’s Naseem Shah. However, Rizwan was given another chance as the bowler had overstepped the crease.
Despite losing wickets early on the PSL final, Multan Sultans displayed resilience, with Rizwan and Usman Khan forming a vital partnership. However, Islamabad’s bowlers, led by Imad Wasim, halted Multan’s progress, ensuring a competitive total.
The final match of PSL 9 showcased exhilarating cricketing action and culminated in a heartfelt gesture of solidarity from Islamabad United players towards the Palestinian cause.
