In an exciting encounter during the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11, Rawalpindi faced off against Multan Sultans at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, on April 6, 2026. The match resulted in a convincing seven-wicket win for Multan Sultans, driven by stellar performances from their players.
Match Overview
Multan Sultans, the current leaders of the league, successfully chased down a target of 183 runs. They managed to secure the victory with 22 balls remaining and lost only three wickets in the process.
Key Performers
- Sahibzada Farhan: Top-scored for Multan with 68 runs off 36 balls, including five sixes and four fours.
- Josh Philippe: Contributed significantly with 56 runs from 30 deliveries, hitting six fours and three sixes.
- Faisal Akram: Shone with the ball for Multan, taking four wickets for 31 runs in his four overs.
- Sam Billings: From Rawalpindi, he fought valiantly with an unbeaten score of 56 runs off 34 deliveries.
Innings Summary
Rawalpindi batted first, posting a total of 182 runs for the loss of eight wickets. The innings got off to a rocky start as Yasir Khan was dismissed early, leaving the team with only 15 runs on the board.
After the initial loss, captain Mohammad Rizwan contributed 19 runs before being dismissed. His partner, Kamran Ghulam, added a crucial 35 runs off 24 balls, but the innings struggled to gain momentum.
Sam Billings emerged as a key player for Rawalpindi, ensuring a competitive total with his late innings performance, supported by Dian Forrester’s quick 24 runs.
Bowling Highlights
Faisal Akram’s exceptional bowling was pivotal in stifling Rawalpindi’s scoring, as he claimed four wickets. Other notable bowlers included Arafat Minhas and Peter Siddle, each taking crucial wickets to maintain pressure on Rawalpindi.
Conclusion
This match showcased Multan Sultans’ dominance in the PSL, with strong contributions from both their batters and bowlers. Rawalpindi’s Sam Billings provided resilience, but it wasn’t enough to secure a victory in this exciting clash.
