LIVE | Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Today Match Updates: ISL Need 193 Runs To Win

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Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans Live Score and Updates PSL 2026: A late surge helped Multan Sultans post a competitive 192/7, with 67 runs coming in the final five overs. Smith and Farhan gave them a quick start, but Smith’s wicket at the end of the powerplay shifted momentum. Islamabad United’s spinners controlled the middle overs well, slowing the scoring rate and taking key wickets. At one stage, Multan looked set for a modest finish, but Arafat Minhas and Mohammad Wasim Jr changed the game with an explosive partnership. Wasim Jr’s unbeaten 26 off just 9 balls proved crucial, lifting the total beyond 190. While the score may be slightly under par on a good batting surface, it still gives Multan something solid to defend. Stay tuned for ISL vs MUL live score, ISL vs MUL live match updates, key moments, and real-time coverage from this blockbuster ISL vs MUL encounter here on NewsX.

Islamabad United

Islamabad United is in third place on the points table going into this important game. They have won five of their nine league games so far. They have had some great moments during the campaign, with aggressive batting and disciplined bowling.

If Islamabad wins this match, they could move up to second place, which would give them a great chance to qualify for Qualifier 1. That would give them two chances to get to the final, which makes this match very important.

United will depend on their experienced core to come through when the going gets tough. Their batting order can put up good scores, and their bowling unit has often stepped up when it mattered most. Islamabad will think they have a good chance of moving into the top two if they can handle the pressure and play as a team.

Multan Sultans

The Multan Sultans are currently in second place on the table with six wins out of nine games. They have been one of the most consistent teams in the tournament once again, and they will do everything they can to keep their spot with another strong performance.

If Multan wins here, they will stay in second place and may even set up a Qualifier 1 match against Peshawar Zalmi. The Sultans have been successful because their top-order batsmen are reliable and their bowlers can control games at all stages.

They will try to keep their momentum going into the playoffs and not fall behind in the standings. Multan will want to show that they are in charge early on in this game because they are feeling good about themselves.

Pitch Report

The National Stadium field in Karachi should be a fair fight between the bat and the ball. Once batters get used to the conditions, they will probably be able to score more easily. This makes partnerships important in the middle overs.

The new ball might move a little when fast bowlers use it, especially when the lights are on. This could make the first few overs very important. If there is a chance of dew later in the evening, teams that win the toss may want to chase.

Head-To-Head

Over the years, these two teams have fought hard against each other. Islamabad United has won 10 of the 19 times they have played Multan Sultans, while Multan Sultans have won 9 times. There have been no ties or no results in any matches.

Live Updates

22:07 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Score: ISL 64/2 After 7 Overs

Islamabad United made a positive start in the chase, reaching 10/0 after the first over as Devon Conway struck two early boundaries off Mohammad Imran Randhawa.

Muhammad Ismail hit back in the second over by dismissing Sameer Minhas for 1, but Conway and new batter Mohsin Riaz kept the scoreboard moving. United were 16/1 after two overs.

Conway continued to attack in the third over, helping Islamabad move to 22/1. Mohsin settled in as the pair rotated strike well.

The fourth over brought momentum for United as Mohsin smashed two fours and Conway added another boundary. Islamabad surged to 36/1 after four overs.

Peter Siddle then delivered a tidy fifth over, conceding only five runs to slow the chase. United reached 41/1, with Mohsin looking set.

A big sixth over changed the tempo again. Conway fell for 18, but wides and boundaries helped Islamabad collect 14 runs. They ended the powerplay at 55/2, with Shadab Khan joining Mohsin Riaz.

Mohammad Wasim Jr’s first over went for nine runs as Shadab counterattacked with a boundary. Islamabad United moved to 64/2 after seven overs.

They now need 129 runs from 78 balls to win, with Mohsin Riaz unbeaten on 25 and Shadab Khan on 13.

21:24 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

21:11 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Score: MUL 192/7 After 20 Overs

Multan Sultans kept the scoreboard moving after the halfway mark and reached 98/2 after 11 overs, with Shan Masood leading the charge through a six off Chris Green.

Imad Wasim struck in the 12th over as Josh Philippe departed for 11, but Multan still crossed the 100-run mark to move to 103/3. Ashton Turner then arrived and added quick runs.

Chris Green removed Turner for 9 in the 13th over after the batter smashed a six, leaving Multan at 113/4. Shan Masood continued to anchor the innings, while Arafat Minhas joined him in the middle.

Shadab Khan and Green kept things under control through overs 14 and 15, conceding only 12 runs combined as Multan slipped to 125/4. Islamabad’s spinners tightened the screws during this phase.

Salman Irshad broke the stand in the 16th over by bowling Shan Masood for a valuable 44, reducing Multan to 135/5. Mohammad Imran Randhawa added a boundary before falling soon after to Faheem Ashraf in the next over.

Arafat Minhas counterattacked brilliantly in the closing overs, smashing boundaries and sixes to lift Multan’s momentum. Supported by Mohammad Wasim Jr, the pair added vital late runs as the total moved to 158/6 after 18 overs and 167/6 after 19 overs.

The final over from Salman Mirza went for 25 runs as Wasim Jr launched two sixes and two fours in a brutal finish. A late run-out ended the innings, but Multan Sultans closed on a strong 192/7 after 20 overs.

20:14 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Score: MUL 89/2 After 10 Overs

Multan Sultans picked up momentum in the 10th over as Shadab Khan conceded 11 runs. Shan Masood led the charge with a powerful six over wide long-on, helping his side reach 89/2 at the halfway stage. Masood moved to 23 off 17 balls, while Josh Philippe was unbeaten on 6 off 6.

20:10 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Score: MUL 78/2 After 9 Overs

Chris Green delivered a controlled ninth over for Islamabad United, giving away just six runs as Multan Sultans reached 78/2. Shan Masood was handed a lifeline after a dropped catch on the first ball and made the most of it with a boundary over mid-wicket. He moved to 15 off 14 balls, while Josh Philippe was on 3 off 3.

20:07 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Score: MUL 72/2 After 8 Overs

Islamabad United kept things tight in the eighth over as Imad Wasim conceded just four runs, reducing the scoring pace. Multan Sultans moved to 72/2 after eight overs, with Shan Masood rotating strike to reach 10 off 9 balls, while Josh Philippe was on 2 off 2.

20:02 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Score: MUL 68/2 After 7 Overs

Multan Sultans continued their brisk start and moved to 27/0 after three overs, with Steven Smith and Sahibzada Farhan rotating strike well against Imad Wasim. Farhan added a boundary to keep the momentum going.

Salman Irshad’s first over proved expensive as Multan raced to 41/0 after four overs. Farhan struck a four, while Smith played two classy boundaries to maintain the attacking intent.

Faheem Ashraf then applied some control with a tidy fifth over, conceding only four runs as Multan reached 45/0. Islamabad managed to slow the scoring rate with disciplined lines.

The pressure was released in the sixth over when Salman Mirza went for 15 runs. Farhan took charge with two fours and a six, while Smith also contributed before falling on the final ball for a quickfire 30. Multan ended the over at 60/1.

Shadab Khan struck immediately in the seventh over, dismissing Sahibzada Farhan for 30 on the first ball. Shan Masood responded with a boundary, but Islamabad pulled things back well to leave Multan at 68/2 after seven overs.

19:39 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Score: MUL 21/0 After 2 Overs

Multan Sultans accelerated in the second over as Salman Mirza leaked 13 runs, taking the total to 21/0 after two overs. Steven Smith led the charge with an aggressive display, smashing a four over covers and a flat six over cow corner. He moved to 18 off 9 balls, while Sahibzada Farhan supported with quick strike rotation.

19:37 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Score: MUL 8/0 After 1 Over

Islamabad United made a steady start after opting to bowl first against Multan Sultans in the PSL 2026 clash. Imad Wasim opened the bowling and conceded eight runs in the first over as Multan reached 8/0. Steven Smith looked positive early, striking a boundary through the covers, while Sahibzada Farhan rotated the strike well to keep the scoreboard moving.

19:28 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Updates and Score: ISL Playing XI

Islamabad United (Playing XI): Devon Conway(w), Sameer Minhas, Mohsin Riaz, Shadab Khan(c), Mark Chapman, Haider Ali, Faheem Ashraf, Chris Green, Imad Wasim, Salman Mirza, Salman Irshad

19:27 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

ISL vs MUL PSL 2026 Live Score and Updates: MUL Playing XI

Multan Sultans (Playing XI): Sahibzada Farhan, Steven Smith, Josh Philippe(w), Shan Masood, Arafat Minhas, Ashton Turner(c), Mohammad Imran Randhawa, Peter Siddle, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Muhammad Ismail, Faisal Akram

19:21 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Updates: Turner At The Toss

Turner Speaks: That was the first really close game we had. Unfortunately we were on the wrong side but we feel battle hardened with that experience. We were going to bowl first as well, like most teams in T20 cricket. But it looks a good wicket. We’re feeling like a confident cricket team. Our bowling has improved as the competition has gone on. We’re changing the formation of our bowling attack today, bringing in Faizal Akram to give us some left-arm wrist spin which we really like the look of. Our batting unit has gone beautifully. Just that one change of Faizal coming in.

19:20 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026: Shadab Khan At The Toss...

Shadab Khan Speaks: Will bowl first. Going by stats, chasing is easier than setting the total. Was important to qualify for the playoffs and now we have the opportunity for the No.2 spot. Will try to follow the same process. Different things are happening in the day and night matches. Need to assess in the first two overs how the conditions are. Gleeson is out with a niggle.

19:18 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Updates: Toss Update

Islamabad United have won the toss and opted to field first!

19:08 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Score: A Little Delay In Toss!

News coming in from the ground that as the match between HYK and RAP has just got over in Karachi, it is taking some time to wrap up. The toss will take place soon…

19:07 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

PSL 2026 LIVE Cricket Score and Updates: HYK Qualify!

In other news, Hyderabad Kingsmen have qualified for the the playoffs following a massive 108-run victory over Rawalpindiz! Lahore Qalandars’ chance of making it to the next round is now all but over…

18:58 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Score: Toss Coming Up Shortly...

We are just moments away from the toss! Stay tuned to NewsX as we bring you the real-time coverage all the way from Karachi!

18:52 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Updates: Pitch Report

The National Stadium pitch in Karachi is expected to offer a balanced contest for both batters and bowlers. Run-scoring should become easier once batters settle, making middle-over partnerships valuable. Pacers could get some early movement with the new ball, especially under lights, so the powerplay may be crucial. With possible dew later in the game, the toss-winning side may prefer to bowl first.

18:51 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Updates: Head-To-Head Record

These two sides have shared a closely contested rivalry over the years. In their 19 previous meetings, Islamabad United hold a slight advantage with 10 victories, while Multan Sultans have claimed nine wins. None of their encounters have ended in a tie or no result.

18:49 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live: MUL Preview

Multan Sultans enter this match in second place after winning six of their nine league fixtures. They have once again been among the most consistent sides in the competition and will aim to hold their position with another strong display.

A win would secure second spot and could set up a Qualifier 1 clash with Peshawar Zalmi. Their success has come from a dependable top order and a bowling attack capable of controlling every phase of the innings.

With confidence high, Multan will look to carry winning momentum into the playoffs and make a strong start in this contest.

18:48 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Score and Updates: ISL Preview

Islamabad United head into this key clash in third place after winning five of their nine league matches. They have impressed this season with attacking batting displays and a disciplined bowling unit.

A victory in this contest could lift them to second spot, securing a place in Qualifier 1 and giving them two opportunities to reach the final.

United will look to their experienced players to deliver in a pressure game. With a strong batting lineup and dependable bowlers, they have a solid chance of finishing in the top two if they produce a complete team performance.

18:29 (IST) 26 Apr 2026

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans PSL 2026 Live Score: Hello and Welcome!

Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the PSL 2026 match between Islamabad United and Multan Sultans all the way from the National Stadium in Karachi!