David Warner Leads Karachi Kings to Victory Against Quetta Gladiators

By Vikram Nair / 27.03.2026

In a thrilling encounter on March 27, 2026, David Warner led the Karachi Kings to a 14-run victory over the Quetta Gladiators at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The match was part of the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11.

Karachi Kings set a competitive total of 181 runs for 7 wickets, with Moeen Ali contributing significantly by scoring 48 runs off 29 balls. Despite facing challenges in the middle overs due to quick wickets, the Kings managed to post a challenging score.

Quetta Gladiators, chasing a target of 182 runs, struggled to maintain their momentum throughout the innings. The standout performance from the Karachi bowling attack came from Hasan Ali, who took 4 wickets, helping to restrict the Gladiators’ scoring.

Shamyl Hussain made an impressive debut, scoring 52 runs, but it was not enough to secure a win for his team. The Gladiators ultimately fell short, finishing their innings at 167 runs.

Warner reflected on the match, stating, “I think at the beginning we thought 170 was probably going to be par. We lost a few wickets in the middle there with a few poor stroke selections, including myself. But all in all, the way that Mo played in the partnership towards the back end to get us to a good total was fantastic.”

He also praised the team’s bowling efforts, saying, “I think the way our spinners operated in the middle, they bowled well to bring it back and build some pressure. We got the wickets and the rewards for that after the powerplay.”

Warner expressed confidence in his team, particularly highlighting Adam Zampa’s contribution: “Obviously, with Adam Zampa, I wasn’t concerned. It was just more about how we could execute to actually bring it back. Zampa is a great addition to our team, and it’s handy having Moeen Ali there to bowl some off-spin too.”

The match was played without a crowd, adding a unique atmosphere to the contest. Despite this, both teams showcased their skills in what was a closely contested game.

Karachi Kings’ victory marks an important moment in their PSL campaign, as they continue to strive for success in the tournament.