HYK vs RAP Live Score

1:04 PM IST Double-header action continues - That wraps up our coverage of Match 24, where the Hyderabad Kingsmen furthered their rise while Rawalpindiz’s struggles continued. The cricketing feast doesn't end here, as we immediately shift our focus to the second half of this Thursday double-header. Match 25 is just around the corner, featuring a massive clash between the Karachi Kings and Islamabad United right here at the National Stadium. Cheers for now!

1:02 PM IST Hunain Shah has been awarded the POTM for his brilliant bowling spell of 3 for 18.

1:00 PM IST Kingsmen bowling masterclass - Earlier, in a commanding display of bowling discipline, the Hyderabad Kingsmen firmly seized control by restricting Rawalpindiz to a modest 121. The slide began early in the third over, and the pressure never eased as spinners tightened the screws and pacers Ali and Hunain claimed three wickets each. Only two batters managed to cross the 20-run mark in a largely disjointed batting effort from the Pindiz.

1:00 PM IST Pindiz bowlers ifght a losing battle - Defending a meager total of 121 was always going to be an uphill task, but the Rawalpindiz bowlers refused to go down without a fight. Asif Afridi was the pick of the attack, claiming two wickets and giving his side a glimmer of hope early on, while almost every bowler except Mubasir Khan chipped in with a wicket. Despite their spirited effort and tactical discipline, the lack of runs on the board eventually took its toll. The Pindiz will need to find answers for their batting woes quickly if they are to salvage any pride in the remaining fixtures.

12:58 PM IST Marnus and middle-order heroics - The chase was far from a cakewalk initially, but skipper Marnus Labuschagne once again proved to be the calming influence, steadying the ship with a vital knock in the 30s. When both Labuschagne and Glenn Maxwell departed in consecutive overs, the game hung in the balance. However, a brilliant, unbeaten 54-run partnership for the sixth wicket between Irfan Khan and Kusal Perera turned the tide completely. Both batters scored in the 30s, showing great maturity to navigate the pressure and guide their team across the finish line with ease.

12:57 PM IST Kingsmen secure hattrick of wins - The Hyderabad Kingsmen have extended their sensational winning streak to three matches, comfortably breezing past Rawalpindiz by 5 wickets with more than three overs to spare. Despite a shaky start to the chase where they lost three early wickets, the new franchise showed immense composure to overhaul the 122-run target. This victory further solidifies Hyderabad's position as the tournament's most improved side, while Rawalpindiz remain winless and rooted to the bottom of the table after another tough outing.