This was a coin flip — we gave Lahore Qalandars a slight tip. In the match held on May 4, 2025, at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Karachi Kings won the toss and elected to field first. The Lahore Qalandars posted a total of 152 runs, losing seven wickets, in their first innings. In response, Karachi Kings achieved the target with just four wickets down, securing a narrow victory by four wickets, with three balls remaining, as per the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method.

The match unfolded dramatically, showcasing tight competition between two evenly matched sides. Lahore Qalandars set a challenging total of 152 runs after being put into bat first. Despite an early setback, their batsmen fought hard but ultimately fell short. Karachi Kings, under the strategic toss decision to field first, effectively utilised the conditions and chased down the target with remarkable resilience, showcasing their ability to handle pressure in the final overs.

In hindsight, although it was a closely contested match, Karachi Kings' triumph by four wickets (with three balls remaining) using the DLS method highlights the fine margins often seen in T20 cricket. The result, though not an upset, demonstrated Karachi Kings' capacity to execute under pressure, affirming their status as formidable opponents in the Pakistan Super League.