Quetta Gladiators made history in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) with a record-breaking performance against Islamabad United at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. In a night filled with explosive batting, Rilee Rossouw and Hasan Nawaz became the first-ever duo to score centuries in the same innings in PSL history, leading their side to a commanding total of 263/3—the highest team score ever recorded in the league.
After a rocky start that saw Quetta lose two early wickets within the powerplay, Rossouw and Hasan Nawaz launched a ruthless counterattack. Their partnership of 134 runs in just ten overs completely turned the tide of the match and overwhelmed an unprepared Islamabad bowling unit. Rossouw rediscovered his best form, smashing 104 runs off 46 balls with 14 fours and 6 sixes, showcasing both elegance and brute force. Meanwhile, Hasan Nawaz displayed maturity beyond his years, reaching his maiden PSL century with an unbeaten 100 off just 45 deliveries, including 9 sixes and 4 boundaries.
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This rare feat of twin hundreds in a single T20 innings not only made PSL history but also stands out globally, where such occurrences are few and far between. Their combined strike rates, both exceeding 220, set a new benchmark for batting dominance in a format that thrives on pressure and unpredictability.
The monumental total set by Quetta proved too much for Islamabad United, who were left reeling at 68/7 in response. The Gladiators’ emphatic performance sends a clear message to their rivals that they are hitting form at a crucial point in the tournament. With this landmark victory, Quetta has firmly positioned itself as a serious contender for the PSL title.
Rossouw and Hasan Nawaz’s partnership will be remembered as one of the most iconic moments in PSL history, highlighting the explosive potential of T20 cricket and the thrilling drama it can deliver.
