PSL 2025: James Vince’s Century Earns Him a Hair Dryer as Quirky Reward in Karachi Kings’ Historic Win
In a moment of pure hilarity during the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025, Karachi Kings’ star batter James Vince was awarded an unexpected gift—a hair dryer—after smashing a sensational century against Multan Sultans on Saturday. The English cricketer, named the ‘Most Reliable Player of the Match’ during a sponsor giveaway in the dressing room, couldn’t contain his laughter at the unconventional prize, sparking waves of amusement among fans and netizens alike.
Vince delivered a breathtaking performance, scoring 101 runs off just 43 balls, laced with 14 fours and 4 sixes, to guide Karachi Kings to a record-breaking chase of 235 runs at the National Stadium in Karachi. This knock marked his seventh T20 century and his first in the PSL, cementing his reputation as a clutch performer in high-pressure situations.
The chase wasn’t without its challenges. Karachi Kings stumbled early, losing two key wickets in the powerplay. However, Vince took charge, stabilizing the innings with a blistering 142-run partnership alongside Khushdil Shah, who contributed a fiery 60 off 29 balls. Despite Vince’s unfortunate run-out towards the end, his explosive innings laid the foundation for Karachi Kings to achieve the highest successful chase in PSL history, sealing the victory with four balls to spare.
Reflecting on the chase, Vince said, ‘It was quite a tough target, but once we started batting, we realized how good the surface was. Khushdil’s aggressive approach, especially when the required rate climbed to 15-16, was exceptional. I did the hard work and would’ve loved to stay till the end, but our batting depth really helped us pull off this chase.’
Earlier in the match, Multan Sultans posted a daunting total of 234/5 in their 20 overs, powered by a sensational century from captain Mohammad Rizwan. Rizwan’s second PSL ton, a masterful 112 off 62 balls, was complemented by strong contributions from Kamran Ghulam (45 off 30) and Michael Bracewell (38 off 21), setting the stage for an epic showdown.
The quirky hair dryer award, however, stole the spotlight post-match. Social media erupted with laughter, with fans trolling the unusual choice of prize. One user quipped, ‘Shaving gel and shampoo next for Vince!’ while another tweeted, ‘PSL sponsors giving out hair dryers—best league in the world!’ The light-hearted moment added a unique flavor to Karachi Kings’ monumental victory.
This win not only highlighted Vince’s brilliance but also underscored Karachi Kings’ incredible batting depth and resilience. With the PSL 2025 season heating up, matches like these showcase the league’s growing competitiveness and ability to entertain both on and off the field. As for Vince, his century—and his new hair dryer—will be remembered as iconic moments in PSL folklore.