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Rishad wins iPhone after leading Lahore to PSL final

Sunday, 25 May 2025



Bangladesh leg-spinner Rishad Hossain was awarded an iPhone by the Lahore Qalandars team management following his match-winning performance in their emphatic 95-run victory over Islamabad United in the second Qualifier of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), reports BSS.
The win propelled Lahore into the PSL final, where they are set to face the Quetta Gladiators for the championship title.
Rishad who rejoined the side for the playoffs after Bangladesh's series against United Arab Emirates (UAE) took three wickets for 34 runs in the side's victory.
Lahore indeed won two knock out matches-Eliminator and second Qualifier-for sealing the place in the final.
Lahore Qalandars have adopted a unique approach to motivate players by rewarding standout performances with iPhones. Rishad's accolade follows this tradition, recognizing his pivotal contribution in the high-stakes match.
However left-arm pacer Salman Mirza was the man of the match of the second Qualifier, taking three wickets for 16 runs.