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Shadab Khan, captain of Islamabad United, acknowledged that Hyderabad Kingsmen deserved to reach the final after their narrow victory in the PSL 11 Eliminator 2 on May 1, 2026, at Gaddafi Stadium.

The match ended with Hyderabad scoring 186 runs for 5 wickets. Usman Khan played a pivotal role, scoring an unbeaten 61 runs off 30 balls. Islamabad United fell short, finishing their innings at 184 runs for 7 wickets, losing by just 2 runs.

Shadab expressed disappointment over his team’s elimination from the tournament. He noted that their death bowling was a concern, stating, “Death bowling was a concern, and I think we conceded 10 to 15 extra runs.” His team lost crucial wickets at critical moments.

Key statistics from the match:

• Hyderabad Kingsmen: 186 runs for 5 wickets
• Islamabad United: 184 runs for 7 wickets
• Usman Khan’s performance: 61 runs off 30 balls

Shadab also praised Sameer Minhas for his outstanding performance throughout the tournament. He mentioned, “We knew Sameer is an exceptional talent, and for him to perform at this level is remarkable.” Minhas scored a total of 349 runs in 11 innings.

The elimination marks a significant moment for Islamabad United, who aimed for a stronger showing this season. Shadab’s leadership will be scrutinized as they regroup for future competitions.