Islamabad United record thrilling 2 run win over Karachi King

DUBAI: Islamabad United recorded a sensational two-run victory over Karachi Kings in a low-scoring thriller here at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.Islamabad United, who had lost their opening two matches in the tournament, posted a modest 132 runs for eight wickets from the allotted 20 overs.Only Khalid Latif (39), Sharjeel Khan (28) and Mohammad Sami (20 not out) could show any resistance against Karachi bowlers.When Karachi Kings batted to chase 133, Lendl Simmons and James Vince went cheaply but Imad Wasim batted well to hit 29 from 17 before edging behind to Sam Billings off Andre Russell.However, off-spinner Saeed Ajmal came in the way of Karachi Kings run chase making dent with three crucial wickets.Although Ravi Bopara, who was the leading wicket-taker and run-getter for his side, took Kings to the point where a boundary off the last ball would have won them the game, Shane Watson kept him to just a single.The second match of the day will be played between Peshawar Zalmi and Quetta Gladiators, both having played two matches and won the same.’