Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans — 2026-03-28 (Pakistan Super League) - Result, Highlights & Full Scorecard
SCORECARD
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
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DP Conway
c Mohammad Wasim b Siddle
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26 | 23 | 3 | 1 | 113 |
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Sameer Minhas
c Mohammad Wasim b Momin Qamar
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28 | 21 | 1 | 2 | 133 |
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AGS Gous
st Philippe b Arafat Minhas
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11 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 122 |
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MS Chapman
c Smith b Mohammad Nawaz
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40 | 21 | 3 | 2 | 190 |
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Shadab Khan
b Momin Qamar
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4 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 80 |
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Haider Ali
c Smith b Momin Qamar
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13 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 108 |
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Faheem Ashraf
c Smith b Mohammad Wasim
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26 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 153 |
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Imad Wasim
c Shan Masood b Mohammad Wasim
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8 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 80 |
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Salman Mirza
not out
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3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 150 |
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shehzad Gul | 3 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 6.0 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 3 | 0 | 32 | 1 | 10.7 |
| Peter Siddle | 4 | 0 | 29 | 1 | 7.3 |
| Mohammad Wasim | 4 | 0 | 42 | 2 | 10.5 |
| Arafat Minhas | 2 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 8.0 |
| Momin Qamar | 3 | 0 | 24 | 3 | 8.0 |
| Ashton Turner | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4.0 |
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Sahibzada Farhan
c Faheem Ashraf b Imad Wasim
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2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
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SPD Smith
c Shadab Khan b Salman Irshad
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31 | 23 | 1 | 3 | 135 |
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JR Philippe
lbw b Shadab Khan
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55 | 35 | 5 | 2 | 157 |
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Shan Masood
c Salman Irshad b Shadab Khan
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6 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 100 |
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AJ Turner
not out
|
43 | 28 | 3 | 1 | 154 |
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Arafat Minhas
c Chapman b Salman Irshad
|
25 | 11 | 4 | 1 | 227 |
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Mohammad Nawaz
not out
|
7 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 140 |
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imad Wasim | 4 | 0 | 31 | 1 | 7.8 |
| Salman Mirza | 3 | 0 | 49 | 0 | 16.3 |
| Richard Gleeson | 3.4 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 7.6 |
| Salman Irshad | 4 | 0 | 28 | 2 | 7.0 |
| Shadab Khan | 4 | 0 | 36 | 2 | 9.0 |
Match Squad
Islamabad United
Devon Conway, Sameer Minhas, Andries Gous, Mark Chapman, Shadab Khan, Haider Ali, Faheem Ashraf, Imad Wasim, Salman Mirza, Richard Gleeson, Salman Irshad
Multan Sultans
Sahibzada Farhan, Steven Smith, Josh Philippe, Shan Masood, Ashton Turner, Arafat Minhas, Mohammad Nawaz, Peter Siddle, Mohammad Wasim, Shehzad Gul, Momin Qamar
The Pakistan Super League continues to deliver high-octane drama, and the 4th Match – Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United – PSL 11 was no exception. Under the floodlights of Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, on March 28, 2026, the Sultans showcased a clinical performance to dismantle the three-time champions. This victory was a statement of intent from Multan, who are looking to move past a disappointing previous season and reclaim their status as league giants.
Analysis of the 4th Match – Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United – PSL 11
The tactical battle between Ashton Turner and Shadab Khan defined the rhythm of this encounter from the very first ball. Opting to bowl first, Multan Sultans utilized the early moisture in the Lahore pitch to stifle the Islamabad openers before unleashing their middle-order power to chase down 172.
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Toss: Multan Sultans won the toss and elected to field.
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Result: Multan Sultans won by 5 wickets with 8 balls to spare.
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Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
Batting Breakdown: Islamabad’s Struggle for Momentum
Islamabad United struggled to build a platform despite a decent start, as the Multan bowlers consistently broke partnerships. While Mark Chapman provided some fireworks, the lack of a massive individual score meant United finished with 171/8, a total that proved slightly under-par on a true batting surface.
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Mark Chapman: 40 runs off 21 balls (SR: 190.48).
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Sameer Minhas: 28 runs off 21 balls (2 sixes).
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Devon Conway: 26 runs off 23 balls (3 fours).
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Faheem Ashraf: 26* runs off 17 balls (Handy late cameo).
Multan Sultans’ Bowling Masterclass
The star of the show for Multan was Momin Qamar, whose disciplined lines and variations completely derailed the Islamabad middle order. Supported by Mohammad Wasim Jr’s pace, the Sultans ensured that the 4th Match – Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United – PSL 11 didn’t slip away during the death overs.
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Momin Qamar: 3 wickets for 24 runs (3 overs) – Player of the Match.
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Mohammad Wasim Jr: 2 wickets for 42 runs (4 overs).
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Peter Siddle: 1 wicket for 29 runs (4 overs).
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Arafat Minhas: 1 wicket for 16 runs (2 overs).
The Clinical Chase: Josh Philippe and Ashton Turner
Chasing 172 was never going to be a walk in the park, but Josh Philippe’s aggressive half-century set the tone for the Sultans. Despite losing Steve Smith and Shan Masood in quick succession, the 4th Match – Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United – PSL 11 remained in Multan’s control thanks to a steadying captain’s knock from Ashton Turner.
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Josh Philippe: 55 runs off 35 balls (5 fours, 2 sixes).
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Ashton Turner: 43* runs off 28 balls (Captain’s anchor).
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Steve Smith: 31 runs off 23 balls (PSL Debut).
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Arafat Minhas: 25 runs off 11 balls (SR: 227.27).
Islamabad United’s Bowling Effort
Shadab Khan tried his best to pull his team back into the game with two crucial wickets, but the lack of support from the other end was evident. The 4th Match – Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United – PSL 11 highlighted a rare off-day for the United pace attack, which struggled to contain the flow of runs in the middle overs.
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Shadab Khan: 2 wickets for 36 runs (4 overs).
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Salman Irshad: 2 wickets for 28 runs (4 overs).
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Imad Wasim: 1 wicket for 31 runs (4 overs).
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Richard Gleeson: 0 wickets for 28 runs (3.4 overs).
Head-to-Head and League Standings
This victory helps Multan Sultans bridge the gap in their historical rivalry with Islamabad United. Before the 4th Match – Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United – PSL 11, United held a 10-8 lead; however, Sultans’ 9th win in this fixture signals a shifting tide in the PSL hierarchy.
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Historical Record: Islamabad United 10 – 9 Multan Sultans.
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PSL 11 Points Table: Multan Sultans move to the top half with early momentum.
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Recent Form: Multan breaks a losing streak against United from the previous season.
Future Outlook for Both Franchises
As we move past the 4th Match – Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United – PSL 11, both teams have clear areas to address. Multan looks formidable with their Australian core, while Islamabad will need to find more consistency from their top order to justify their status as title contenders.
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Multan’s Next: vs Hyderabad Kingsmen (April 1).
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Islamabad’s Next: vs Peshawar Zalmi (March 31)