We gave Karachi Kings a slight tip in this tight contest against Lahore Qalandars. The toss winner was Lahore Qalandars, who opted to bat first at the National Stadium in Karachi. In their innings, Karachi Kings reached 195 runs before being all out in 20 overs, losing five wickets. Lahore Qalandars, in response, managed only 126 runs while losing just ten wickets, falling short by 65 runs.

Despite our prediction, the Lahore Qalandars emerged victorious, showcasing resilience with both bat and ball. Their disciplined bowling restricted Karachi Kings and then capitalised on a competitive total through solid batting. This result highlights how cricket matches can unfold in unexpected ways, even when predictions lean towards one side.

In hindsight, this match was indeed a close call—too tight to confidently predict the outcome. The Lahore Qalandars' triumph underscores the dynamic nature of T20 cricket, where form and performance on the day can significantly influence results.