In a funny moment during PSL 2025, Multan Sultans’ pacer Ubaid Shah slaps Usman Khan accidentally while attempting a high-five after a wicket. The unexpected hit left Usman surprised and sitting on the ground, while teammates burst into laughter. Despite the mix-up, Multan Sultans went on to win the match by 33 runs against Lahore Qalandars. Yasir Khan’s explosive 87 and Ubaid Shah’s three-wicket haul were the highlights as Multan grabbed their first win of the season.
High-Five Gone Wrong: Ubaid Shah Slaps Usman Khan Accidentally
In a hilarious moment during the 12th match of PSL 2025, Multan Sultans pacer Ubaid Shah Slaps Usman Khan by mistake while trying to celebrate a wicket with a high-five. The unexpected smack to the head left Usman visibly annoyed, even sitting down on the ground for a moment, but the incident had teammates and fans in splits. The PSL’s official handle later confirmed that all was well, posting, “Khel Khel main “—a light-hearted nod to the playful nature of the gaffe.
Despite the comedic interruption, the match itself was a serious affair. Multan Sultans, led by Mohammad Rizwan, snapped their three-match losing streak with a commanding 33-run victory over Shaheen Afridi’s Lahore Qalandars. Batting first, Multan piled on a daunting total of 228, thanks to a sensational 87 off 44 balls from opener Yasir Khan, who was on fire with six fours and six sixes. Rizwan added a quick 32, while Iftikhar Ahmed’s explosive 40 off 18 provided the finishing touches.
In response, Lahore Qalandars faltered under pressure. Although Sikandar Raza struck a valiant 50 off 27 balls, the team crumbled around him. Ubaid Shah was the star with the ball too, taking 3 wickets, while Usama Mir impressed with 2 wickets at an economy of just 6.50. Ubaid Shah Slaps Usman Khan by mistake while trying to celebrate a wicket with a high-five.
This win marks Multan Sultans’ first of the season, while Lahore Qalandars now face back-to-back defeats. Next up, Multan Sultans will take on Islamabad United on April 23, while Lahore Qalandars look to bounce back against Peshawar Zalmi on April 24.
Looks like in PSL 2025, even celebrations can deliver unexpected bouncers!
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