The upcoming match between Quetta Gladiators (QUE) and Multan Sultans (MUL) is highly anticipated during the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026. Scheduled for Sunday, April 5, at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, this contest marks Match 13 of the tournament.
Current Team Situations
Quetta Gladiators, under the leadership of Saud Shakeel, have faced a mixed start to their campaign. They began with a narrow 14-run loss to Karachi Kings but secured a 40-run victory against Hyderabad Kingsmen. Unfortunately, they faltered again against Islamabad United, losing by eight wickets after conceding a target of 184 runs.
On the other hand, Multan Sultans, captained by Ashton Turner, currently hold the third position in the PSL points table. Their successful start included wins against Islamabad United and Hyderabad Kingsmen, with margins of five and six wickets, respectively. However, their recent performance saw them fall to Lahore Qalandars by 20 runs in a 13-over match.
Match Details
- Match: Quetta Gladiators vs. Multan Sultans, Match 13
- Date & Time: Sunday, April 5, 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
- Broadcast: Not available in India
Pitch Report
The Gaddafi Stadium is known for its batting-friendly conditions this PSL season. Although some bowlers have made their mark, batters predominantly enjoy success. Historically, scores under 200 are generally not too challenging to chase, raising the stakes for both teams.
Head-to-Head Record
The rivalry between Quetta Gladiators and Multan Sultans is noteworthy in T20 history:
| Matches Played | Won by QUE | Won by MUL | Tied / No Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 6 | 9 | 0 |
Predicted Lineups
Quetta Gladiators
- Saud Shakeel (c)
- Shamyl Hussain
- Khawaja Nafay
- Rilee Rossouw
- Hasan Nawaz
- Ben McDermott (wk)
- Tom Curran
- Ahmed Daniyal
- Alzarri Joseph
- Abrar Ahmed
- Usman Tariq
Multan Sultans
- Sahibzada Farhan
- Steven Smith
- Josh Philippe (WK)
- Shan Masood
- Ashton Turner (C)
- Arafat Minhas
- Mohammad Nawaz
- Peter Siddle
- Mohammad Wasim Jr
- Muhammad Ismail
- Faisal Akram
Key Players to Watch
Among the standout individuals, Sahibzada Farhan is expected to perform well. He has scored 132 runs in three matches at an impressive average of 66 and a strike rate of 173.68. His partnership with Steven Smith will be crucial for QUETTA.
On the bowling front, Abrar Ahmed is a notable performer. With six wickets in three matches and a fantastic average of 14.50, he has proven to be vital in the middle overs. His economy rate of 7.25 further emphasizes his impact on the game.
As excitement builds for this match, fans are eager to see which team will emerge victorious in this gripping PSL encounter.
