[WATCH]- Sherfane Rutherford’s Last-Over Brilliance Secures Quetta Gladiators’ Triumph Over Karachi Kings In PSL 2024

All-rounder Sherfane Rutherford showcased composure in a thrilling last over, guiding the Quetta Gladiators to a last-ball victory against the Karachi Kings in a 2024 Pakistan Super League (PSL) match at the National Stadium in Karachi on Thursday, February 29.

After a commendable bowling performance, particularly Abrar Ahmed’s three-wicket haul that restricted Karachi Kings to a 166-run target, the Quetta Gladiators had a brisk start in their run chase. However, they faced a setback in the middle overs as Karachi Kings secured wickets in quick succession.

Under Rilee Rossouw’s captaincy, the team faced adversity, finding themselves at 89-5 in the 13th over. It was at this juncture that Sherfane Rutherford and his international teammate Akeal Hosein collaborated.

The pair played a crucial role in steering the game, bringing the equation down to requiring 15 runs off the last over. Rutherford shifted the game in favor of the Gladiators by hitting two consecutive sixes off Anwar Ali at the start of the over. However, Ali countered with consecutive yorkers.

The decisive moment occurred on the second-to-last delivery when Rutherford attempted a quick second run to keep the strike. Karachi Kings missed the run-out chance, leading to the scores being tied.

The Caribbean star concluded the match emphatically with a boundary on the last delivery, securing the points for Quetta Gladiators. Witness the thrilling final over right here:

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Quetta Gladiators hold the second position in the points table, securing four victories in five matches.

“It’s always challenging to come in and immediately start playing shots”- Sherfane Rutherford

The southpaw accumulated 58 runs from 31 deliveries at a strike rate of 187.10, featuring one four and six sixes. Rutherford, who was recently part of the West Indies squad touring Australia and played a significant innings in the final T20I in Perth, has continued his good form in the PSL.

Recognizing his outstanding performance, he was awarded the Player of the Match. This achievement elevates his season total to 142 runs in five innings at a strike rate of 152.68.

“It’s never easy, coming in and playing shots from the get-go. I try my best, sometimes it doesn’t happen but I will try my best to make it happen more. Me and Shane (Watson) had a conversation about mental part of the game, he told me to focus on the moment and stay as calm as possible,” the player said during the post-match presentation.

The Quetta Gladiators are set to play against Islamabad United in Rawalpindi on Saturday, March 2nd.

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