I got angry. Pakistan Super League As Steve Smith was caught on camera in a fit of rage after his dismissal, a viral video showed the Australian star tapping his bat inside the dressing room after being sent off in the heat.The incident came during the PSL 2026 Eliminator 1 clash at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, where Smith’s brief stay at the crease for Multan Sultans ended in dramatic fashion against Hyderabad Kingsmen. Facing Muhammad Ali, Smith tried to whip a length delivery but mistimed it towards square leg, where Moaz Sadaqat completed the catch.Interestingly, Sadaqat had dropped Smith just three balls earlier, making amends with a sharp effort in the second attempt. The youngster, clearly aggravated, celebrated aggressively – throwing the ball to the ground in excitement after completing the catch.WATCH: Moaz Sadaqat’s fiery departureThis reaction did not sit well with Smith. Visibly frustrated, he walked off the field before cameras later showed him venting his anger in the dressing room, forcefully slapping his bat and remaining visibly upset after taking his seat.Smith’s innings lasted just 13 runs off 10 balls, giving his side an early blow in a crucial knockout fixture.WATCH: Steve Smith’s Dressing Room IncidentAfter the initial drama, Hyderabad dominate.While Smith’s dismissal grabbed the headlines, the match quickly turned into a one-sided affair. Chasing a modest target of 159, Hyderabad Kingsmen won by eight wickets in just 15.2 overs.Sadaqat, who was involved in the on-field drama earlier, also played an important role with the bat, scoring an unbeaten 64 off 33 balls. He was well supported by Usman Khan, who scored 64 off 35 balls in a dominant chase.Earlier, Shaun Masood scored an unbeaten 69 off 46 balls to help Multan to 159/9 – which ultimately proved insufficient.The knockout race quickenedWith this comprehensive win, Hyderabad Kingsmen advance to Eliminator 2, where they will face Islamabad United. The winning team of this competition will face Peshawar Zalmi in the final on May 3.However, it was Smith’s rare display of emotion — and the now-viral dressing room moment — that stole the spotlight, adding another dramatic chapter to an already intense PSL season.
