Multan Sultans are looking to get over the final hump in the upcoming edition of the Pakistan Super League, and their chances of success continue to rest on the shoulders of Usman Khan. The batter has never been shy about setting lofty targets — and ahead of PSL X, the hard-hitting top-order batsman has made his boldest statement yet. The Sultans’ batting heartbeat has openly expressed his desire to score a double century in the Pakistan Super League this season, a feat never before achieved in the tournament’s history.
Usman Khan made these comments while talking to local media as he gears up for another prolific PSL campaign, hoping to rid himself of the demons of international shortcomings.
Usman’s ambition is as rare as it gets in T20 cricket. In the entire history of the format, not a single batter has managed to achieve this feat, with only Chris Gayle getting within touching distance. The record looks as ironclad as ever, but if there is any batter in the PSL that stands a chance of breaching the barrier, it has to be Usman Khan.
Highest Individual Runs in T20:
| Player | Score | Team | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Gayle | 175* | RCB (IPL) | 2013 |
| Aaron Finch | 172 | Australia | 2018 |
| Hamilton Masakadza | 162* | Mountaineers | 2016 |
| Hazratullah Zazai | 162* | Kabul Zwanan | 2018 |
| Sahibzada Farhan | 162* | Peshawar Region | 2025 |
Usman Khan — A Proven Power-Hitter in PSL
While a double century would take something extraordinary, Usman Khan is no stranger to big T20 innings. In just 17 innings, he has already tied Kamran Akmal’s record for the most centuries in PSL history (3) and will be a favorite to break the tie in the upcoming season. In PSL 2023, he smashed the fastest century in tournament history — a blistering 120 against Quetta Gladiators in Rawalpindi. That knock included 12 fours and 9 sixes, showcasing his fearless intent and range of stroke play.
In his short PSL career so far, Usman has built a reputation as one of the league’s most destructive top-order batters, capable of changing a game in a matter of overs.
Multan Sultans Counting on Usman’s Firepower
With the batting-friendly pitches of Rawalpindi and Karachi lined up for several PSL X fixtures, Usman’s ambitious target might not be entirely far-fetched — especially given the modern trend of high-scoring T20 matches. A return to familiar haunts will also be beneficial for Usman as he continues to struggle in international cricket. A successful stint in the PSL will do his confidence a world of good, especially with the Asia Cup and T20 World Cup on the horizon.
Multan Sultans will certainly hope Usman Khan’s confidence translates into another season of fireworks — and who knows, perhaps a historic double hundred that would etch his name alongside T20 royalty.
For now, his words have set the stage. The rest will depend on how long he can stay out there — and how cleanly he can keep striking.
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Ambition se ziada chawal mari hai Usman bhai ne.