In a captivating showdown between Islamabad United and Multan Sultans, despite the latter’s loss, Usman Khan emerged as a shining beacon of brilliance, etching his name in the annals of Pakistan Super League (PSL) history. While Sultans succumbed to a narrow defeat by three wickets on the last ball against United, Khan’s remarkable century stole the spotlight.
The Sultans’ batter showcased his batting prowess by crafting a scintillating century off just 50 balls, remaining unbeaten throughout the match. Despite the team’s loss, Khan’s century etched a new milestone in PSL history, marking him as the only player in the nine-year-old league to score two centuries in a single season.
The 28-year-old dynamo had previously left the cricketing world astounded with his blistering 106* against Karachi Kings earlier in the season. However, it was his breathtaking 36-ball ton against Quetta Gladiators in PSL 8 that truly set tongues wagging, making it the fastest hundred ever witnessed in PSL history.
Usman Khan’s recent feat adds to his growing list of achievements in the PSL. With three centuries in just 14 innings overall, he now shares the record for the most centuries in PSL history alongside former Peshawar Zalmi star Kamran Akmal, who achieved the same feat in 74 innings, underlining Khan’s exceptional batting prowess and his ability to leave an indelible mark on the league.
As the PSL season progresses, cricket enthusiasts eagerly anticipate witnessing more stellar performances from this talented Karachi-born cricketer.
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