Hyderabad Kingsmen booked their place in the Pakistan Super League 2026 final after a dramatic two-run victory over Islamabad United in a nail-biting Eliminator 2 clash.
The match went down to the wire at Gaddafi Stadium, where Hunain Shah emerged as the hero, delivering a sensational final over to defend just five runs under immense pressure.
Hyderabad posted a competitive total of 186/5, setting up a tense chase. Islamabad looked set to snatch victory after a late surge, needing only a handful of runs in the final over. However, Hunain held his nerve, conceding just three runs and taking a crucial wicket to seal a memorable win.
The thrilling finish capped off a seesaw battle, with momentum shifting multiple times before Hyderabad clinched victory in the final moments.
With this win, Hyderabad advance to face Peshawar Zalmi in the final scheduled for May 3 in Lahore.
Hunain’s match-winning performance is already being hailed as one of the standout moments of the tournament, powering Hyderabad into the final in their debut PSL season.