21:53 (IST) 01 May 2026
Summary: ISL vs HYK Live Score PSL 2026 Today Match Updates: Catch ISL vs HYK Live Score, ISL vs HYK live cricket updates and ball-by-ball commentary of Islamabad United vs Hyderabad Kingsmen League match of the Pakistan Super League 2026 from Lahore here on NewsX. You can watch live streaming of ISL vs HYK on the OTT platform and mobile app Tapmad.
ISL vs HYK LIVE Score, PSL Today Match Eliminator 2 Updates: Usman Khan (61* off 30 balls) and Kusal Perera (37 off 21 balls) ensured that Hyderabad Kingsmen posted a strong total of 186/5 in 20 overs against Islamabad United in Eliminator 2 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, on Friday. Captain Marnus Labuschagne (39) and Saim Ayub (38) also made useful contributions, while Imad Wasim was the pick of the bowlers for Islamabad United. Stay tuned for ISL vs HYK live score, live cricket score, ISL vs HYK live match score, PSL 2026 live score, ISL vs HYK live score today, Islamabad United vs Hyderabad Kingsmen key moments, and real-time coverage from this blockbuster ISL vs HYK encounter here on NewsX.
TOSS UPDATE: Shadab Khan has won the toss as Islamabad United take on Hyderabad Kingsmen in Eliminator 2 of PSL 2026 at Gaddafi Stadium. The winner of this high-stakes clash will advance to the final. Islamabad United finished second in the league stage with six wins from 10 matches and 13 points. However, they entered this game after a heavy 70-run loss in the Qualifier. Hyderabad Kingsmen, on the other hand, are in strong form, having won six of their last seven matches, including an eight-wicket victory in Eliminator 1.
For Hyderabad, Usman Khan (320 runs) and Mohammad Ali (15 wickets) have been key contributors. Islamabad will rely on Sameer Minhas (343 runs) and captain Shadab Khan (17 wickets). At Gaddafi Stadium, chasing teams have enjoyed success in recent matches, making the toss an important factor. The two sides met twice during the league stage, with one win each. While Islamabad had a better league campaign, current form slightly favours Hyderabad, who appear to be peaking at the right time.
Hyderabad Kingsmen Team News
Hyderabad Kingsmen’s campaign has been a story of remarkable turnaround. After enduring four straight defeats at the start of their maiden PSL season, they regrouped impressively to win six of their next seven matches. Their resurgence has been built on improved batting consistency and better execution with the ball.
Islamabad United Team News
Led by Shadab Khan, Islamabad United have been one of the most consistent teams this season. They finished second in the league stage, registering six wins in 10 matches, with only three defeats and one no result. However, their campaign suffered a setback in the Qualifier, where they were comprehensively beaten by Peshawar Zalmi. That loss would have exposed a few gaps, particularly in handling pressure during big games. Islamabad will now be keen to bounce back quickly and rely on their experienced core to deliver in a must-win situation.
Pitch Report
The surface at the Gaddafi Stadium is expected to favour batters, especially under lights. As the match progresses, conditions typically improve for chasing sides, making the toss crucial.
In fact, the trend in PSL 2026 at this venue strongly supports teams batting second, with the last five matches all won by sides chasing. Dew could also play a factor later in the evening, making it harder for bowlers to grip the ball.
ISL vs HYK SQUADS
Islamabad United: Devon Conway (wk), Sameer Minhas, Mohsin Riaz, Shadab Khan(c), Mark Chapman, Haider Ali, Faheem Ashraf, Chris Green, Imad Wasim, Salman Mirza, Richard Gleeson, Dipendra Singh Airee, Sameen Gul, Andries Gous, Salman Irshad, Mohammad Hasnain, Mehran Mumtaz, Shamar Joseph, Mohammad Faiq, Hamza Sajjad, Nisar Ahmad.
Hyderabad Kingsmen: Maaz Sadaqat, Marnus Labuschagne (C), Usman Khan (wk), Saim Ayub, Kusal Perera, Glenn Maxwell, Hassan Khan, Irfan Khan, Hunain Shah, Mohammad Ali, Akif Javed, Hammad Azam, Syed Saad Ali, Sharjeel Khan, Riley Meredith, Shayan Jahangir, Maheesh Theekshana, Rizwan Mehmood, Tayyab Arif, Ahmed Hussain, Asif Mehmood.
Live Updates
21:44 (IST) 01 May 2026
Islamabad United vs Hyderabad Kingsmen Live Score Today
OUT! Mohammad Ali gets the wicket of Mohsin Riaz (5)! Ali bowls a hard, short-of-a-length delivery just outside off, and Riaz miscues it straight up. Irfan runs in from deep backward square leg and takes a comfortable catch with both hands. Islamabad 22/2 in 3 overs vs Hyderabad (186/5) at Gaddafi Stadium
21:34 (IST) 01 May 2026
ISL vs HYK Live Cricket Score: In-Form Sameer Minhas Out For 6!
Massive blow for Islamabad United — Sameer Minhas, the in-form batter, is out for 6. Akif Javed bowls a hard length delivery just outside off; Minhas goes on the back foot to pull, but it goes straight up. Marnus Labuschagne, stationed at mid-off, pouches it comfortably. An early wicket for Hyderabad Kingsmen. Islamabad United 14/1 in 2 overs vs Hyderabad Kingsmen (186/5) in Lahore
21:29 (IST) 01 May 2026
ISL vs HYK Live Score Today: Back For The Chase From Lahore!
Welcome back for the chase. Devon Conway and Sameer Minhas are at the crease for Islamabad United, with Conway set to take strike. Mohammad Ali will open the attack for Hyderabad Kingsmen. Let the chase begin…
21:22 (IST) 01 May 2026
Islamabad United vs Hyderabad Kingsmen Live Score Today
21:20 (IST) 01 May 2026
ISL vs HYK Live Cricket Score: Hyderabad Kingsmen 186/5 in 20 Overs vs Islamabad United in Lahore
Faheem Ashraf gets a wicket off the last ball of the innings. Kusal Perera is out for 37, a good knock from him. Ashraf bowls it near the wide line, trying to keep it away from Perera’s reach. The batter has to stretch for it and slices it off the outside edge to third man. Hyderabad Kingsmen 186/5 in 20 Overs vs Islamabad United in Lahore | Usman Khan 61*, Kusal Perera 37; Imad Wasim 2/16
21:11 (IST) 01 May 2026
PSL 2026 Live Cricket Score And Updates: What A Shot!
21:04 (IST) 01 May 2026
ISL vs HYK Live Score Today: Usman Khan in Full Flow in Lahore!
21:00 (IST) 01 May 2026
Islamabad United vs Hyderabad Kingsmen Live Score Today
20:53 (IST) 01 May 2026
ISL vs HYK Live Cricket Score: Hyderabad Kingsmen 148/4 in 17 Overs vs Islamabad United
18 runs off Salman Mirza’s over! Usman Khan and Kusal Perera go ballistic, brilliant hitting from the Hyderabad Kingsmen batters. A hat-trick of fours! Mirza bowls a short-of-a-length delivery outside off, Khan advances and slaps it through extra cover. Is 200 on the cards for Hyderabad Kingsmen? We’ll find out shortly.
20:44 (IST) 01 May 2026
ISL vs HYK Live Cricket Score Today: Brothers of Destruction- Usman Khan-Kusal Perera in Action!
Usman Khan and Kusal Perera are taking the attack to the opposition, ensuring Hyderabad Kingsmen do not lose momentum in this crucial clash against Islamabad United. It’s been exciting cricket all around. After losing two wickets in a single over, this is a strong recovery from the Kingsmen batters. Five overs remain. Kingsmen are 121/4 in 15 overs against United at the Gaddafi Stadium!
20:39 (IST) 01 May 2026
ISL vs HYK Live Cricket Score: Khan-Perera Lead Kingsmen Fightback
20:29 (IST) 01 May 2026
PSL 2026 Live Cricket Score And Updates: Glenn Maxwell is Gone For 3!
Imad Wasim, you beauty, two wickets in an over! Glenn Maxwell is gone, and the Kingsmen are reeling here in Lahore. Maxwell backs away to power it but ends up edging it. The fielder at short third takes an easy catch. Hyderabad Kingsmen are losing momentum and their way. HYK 87/4 in 12 overs vs ISL in Lahore
20:22 (IST) 01 May 2026
ISL vs HYK Live Cricket Score: Captain, Labuschagne Departs!
WICKET! Imad Wasim strikes for Islamabad United, Marnus Labuschagne departs for 39.
It’s the end of a laborious knock. Wasim floats one up, Labuschagne goes for a whip but doesn’t quite commit. The ball goes high in the air, and the fielder at long-on runs in and dives forward to complete the catch. The third umpire takes a few looks, but the decision is OUT. Hyderabad Kingsmen 84/3 in 11.1 Overs vs Islamabad United in Lahore
20:11 (IST) 01 May 2026
Islamabad United vs Hyderabad Kingsmen Live Cricket Score: Saim Ayub Out For 38!
WICKET! Chris Green gets the big wicket of well-set Saim Ayub (38). Ayub charges down the track but gets too close to the pitch. He still goes for the big shot, but there’s plenty of height and not enough distance. The ball hangs in the air, and Chapman takes a safe catch in the deep. A solid knock from Ayub comes to an end. HYK 74/2 in 10 Overs vs ISL in Lahore
20:00 (IST) 01 May 2026
ISL vs HYK Live Cricket Score: Captain Labuschagne Leading From The Front!
19:53 (IST) 01 May 2026
Islamabad United vs Hyderabad Kingsmen Live Score: Good Partnership b/w Labuschagne And Ayub!
19:49 (IST) 01 May 2026
PSL 2026 Live Cricket Score And Updates: Hyderabad Kingsmen 54/1 in 6 Overs vs Islamabad United
Three boundaries in the last over of the Powerplay, good finish for the Kingsmen after losing a wicket in the first over! Saim Ayub is getting going here in Lahore. FOUR! Straight down the ground, a couple of bounces, and into the fence. Faheem Ashraf bowls a length delivery, Ayub charges down the track and lofts it straight down the ground to end the Powerplay. Hyderabad Kingsmen 54/1 in 6 Overs vs Islamabad United in Lahore
19:45 (IST) 01 May 2026
ISL vs HYK Live Cricket Score: Captain Labuschagne Changing Gears!
19:29 (IST) 01 May 2026
ISL vs HYK Live Score Today: Gleeson Strikes, Sadaqat Gone For a Duck!
OUT! Richard Gleeson draws first blood for Islamabad United as Maaz Sadaqat departs for a duck! Gleeson bowls a short ball, and the batter looks to pull but gets a top edge. The ball is skied high, and the fielder at square leg takes a comfortable catch. A big blow for the Kingsmen, as Sadaqat, who has been playing aggressively, falls cheaply tonight. Hyderabad Kingsmen 5/1 in 1 over vs Islamabad United in Lahore
19:11 (IST) 01 May 2026
Islamabad United vs Hyderabad Kingsmen Live Score: All Set For Live Action!
Maaz Sadaqat and Marnus Labuschagne are at the crease for Hyderabad Kingsmen. Maaz Sadaqat will take the strike. Richard Gleeson will open the attack for Islamabad United.
18:53 (IST) 01 May 2026
PSL 2026 Live Score And Updates: Islamabad United vs Hyderabad Kingsmen Playing XIs
Hyderabad Kingsmen (Playing XI): Maaz Sadaqat, Saim Ayub, Marnus Labuschagne (C), Usman Khan (wk), Kusal Perera, Glenn Maxwell, Hassan Khan, Irfan Khan, Hunain Shah, Mohammad Ali, Akif Javed.
Islamabad United (Playing XI): Devon Conway (wk), Sameer Minhas, Mohsin Riaz, Shadab Khan (C), Mark Chapman, Haider Ali, Faheem Ashraf, Chris Green, Imad Wasim, Salman Mirza, Richard Gleeson.
18:44 (IST) 01 May 2026
ISL vs HYK Live Cricket Score: Captains Corner, Shadab Khan!
Shadab Khan: “In my opinion, it doesn’t make much difference. At the end of the day, the team that handles pressure better will win the match, and those players will perform. So, it doesn’t matter that much, because the discussions we are having in the dressing room are very positive. There’s no such thing as fear or excessive pressure. I think we need to improve our death bowling and we are not fully capitalizing on the opportunities we’re getting within the squad. Hopefully, we will make better use of those opportunities.”
18:20 (IST) 01 May 2026
Islamabad United vs Hyderabad Kingsmen Live Score: Captains Pose Before The Big Clash!
17:52 (IST) 01 May 2026
PSL 2026 Live Score And Updates: TOSS UPDATE!
Islamabad United have won the toss and have opted to field against Hyderabad Kingsmen in Eliminator 2 of the Pakistan Super League at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
17:42 (IST) 01 May 2026
ISL vs HYK Live Score Today: Islamabad United vs Hyderabad Kingsmen in Eliminator 2
Hello and welcome to our live cricket coverage of Eliminator 2 between Islamabad United and Hyderabad Kingsmen from Gadaffi Stadium. It’s an all-to-play for encounter between two teams who are eager to book a spot in the final against Peshawar Zalmi. Islamabad United lost to Zalmi in the Qualifier and have waited for their next opponent. The Kingsmen, thanks to Maaz and Usman, at the top of the order, have been able to outscore opponents.