PSL 2026 | Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United: An important win for Multan Sultans as they kick off their campaign with a decisive victory by 5 wickets. Ashton Turner, Josh Philippe, and Arafat Minhas were the architects in the win as they achieved the win with 8 balls to spare.
Islamabad United have huffed and puffed their way to 171 for 8 at the end of 20 overs. Mark Chapman was the highest scorer in the innings. Multan Sultans’ Momin Qamar remained pick among the bowlers
After a delayed start due to rain, the match has resumed in the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Notably, Multan Sultans won the toss and elected to bowl first.
The two teams, Islamabad United and Multan Sultans, are taking on each other in their first PSL 2026 game at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Islamabad United secured second place with 6 victories in 10 games, whereas the Sultans managed to win just one match during the league phase in their previous season. While the United made the playoffs, they were ultimately defeated by the eventual champions, Lahore Qalandars, in the knockout game.
In PSL 2026, there is a shift in leadership for the Sultans, with Ashton Turner leading a strong squad. Conversely, Shadab Khan will keep captaining the Islamabad-based team following a fairly successful previous year.
As far as head-to-head records are concerned, Multan Sultan have won 8 out of 18 games, while the United have won 10 matches.
Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United Playing XI:
Islamabad United (Playing XI): Andries Gous(w), Devon Conway, Sameer Minhas, Shadab Khan(c), Mark Chapman, Haider Ali, Imad Wasim, Faheem Ashraf, Richard Gleeson, Salman Mirza, Salman Irshad
Multan Sultans (Playing XI): Sahibzada Farhan, Steven Smith, Ashton Turner(c), Shan Masood, Josh Philippe(w), Mohammad Nawaz, Arafat Minhas, Peter Siddle, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Shehzad Gul, Momin Qamar
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A spectacular performance by Multan Sultans’ middle order has taken the side to a five-wicket win against Islamabad United. Josh Philippe’s knock was the factor that kept Multan ahead in the game almost all the time. Islamabad United’s bowling fell flat in the chase as they failed to pick up wickets at the regular intervals.
Arafat Minhas and Ashton Turner have put on an exhibition in the last couple of overs. Incredible hitting from the two matters. Multan Sultans are in touching distance in the chase. Islamabad United have been thumped!
An incredible and potentially match-winning knock from Josh Philippe comes to an end. Shadab Khan picks up the important wicket as Multan Sultans lose their fourth wicket. Should MS be worried about Philippe’s wicket? Not really as Ashton Turner is still present in the middle. Multan Sultans 133/4 (15)
Incredible batting from Josh Philippe. He has taken the responsibility as he wants to finish the game for Multan Sultans. Spectacular knock in the context of the game. Captain Ashton Turner is supporting him well.
Excellent restraint shown by both the Aussie batters in this chase. They want to take the chase till the end, it seems. Steve Smith will be a key for Multan Sultans in this chase.
Both Steve Smith and Josh Phillippe are taking the bowlers on in the powerplay. Excellent intent on display despite Sahibzada Farhan’s wicket. Multan Sultans’ chase on track.
Steve Smith is off to an incredible start in the chase for Multan Sultans. His intent is visible from ball 1 as he looks to take the advantage of the powerplay restrictions. On the other hand, Sahibzada Farhan hasn’t had the strike that much. MS 16/0 (2.1)
Faheem Ashraf falls on the final delivery as Islamabad United finish their innings on 171 for 8 at the end of 20 overs. Multan Sultans need 172 to win the match.
Just two overs left in the innings with Faheem Ashraf and Imad Wasim in the middle. Islamabad United will look to cross at least 170 from hereon.
In an effort to up the run-rate, Shadab Khan has fallen cheaply to Momin Qamar. Mark Chapman, who has looked exceptional so far with his hitting, is carrying the mantle in the middle overs.
Islamabad United are seem to be losing their way as they have lost back-to-back wickets in the form of Sameer Minhas and Andries Gous. Mark Chapman and the captain, Shadab Khan, are in the middle to take care of the proceedings further.
Excellent powerplay for Islamabad United as they have lost just one wicket so far. Devon Conway fell for 26 off 23 balls. Sameer Minhas is joined by Andries Gous in the middle.
Islamabad United’s Conway is taking the aerial route in the powerplay with Sameer Minhas playing the anchor role. Multan Sultans still in search of a wicket.
Mohammed Nawaz has been taken to cleaners by Devon Conway. 13 runs in the over for Islamabad as the openers are looking to freeze arms.
A cautious start for Islamabad United as their batters, Sameer Minhas and Devon Conway, have played out Shehzad Gul safely in the first over. Mohammed Nawaz is bowling the second over.
Good news for the fans watching the match from their home, the drizzle has completely stopped. Expect the contest to start early as the umpires are in the middle for inspection already.
The rain has stopped play right after the toss. The ground staff has rushed in to cover the pitch. Stay tuned for all the live updates!
Multan Sultans captain Ashton Turner has won the toss and opted to bowl first at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Shadab Khan remains unfazed about batting first and said he wanted to do the same.
Hello and welcome to the live cricket coverage of match number four of the Pakistan Super League 2026, which is set to take place between Islamabad United and Multan Sultans here at the Gaddafi stadium in Lahore. Multan Sultans have a plenty of experienced players, led by Ashton Turner. They have several cricketers capable of hitting sixes at will and manoeuvre the ball as required like Steven Smith, Peter Siddle, Sahibzada Farhan, and Mohammad Nawaz. Islamabad United also have an excellent mix of players, capable of toppling Multan Sultans.
Multan Sultans XI: Sahibzada Farhan, Steve Smith, Ashton Turner (capt), Shan Masood, Josh Philippe (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Arafat Minhas, Peter Siddle, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Shehzad Gul, Momin Qamar.
Islamabad United XI: Devon Conway, Andries Gous (wk), Sameer Minhas, Shadab Khan (capt), Mark Chapman, Haider Ali, Imad Wasim, Faheem Ashraf, Richard Gleeson, Salman Mirza, Salman Irshad.
