The Pakistan Super League 2026 continues with an exciting contest as Multan Sultans face Islamabad United in Match 4 of the tournament. The match will be played at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on March 28 at 7:30 PM IST.
This will be the second game of the double header on Saturday and will mark the first match of the season for both teams. Islamabad United are three-time PSL champions, while Multan Sultans lifted their only title in 2021.
Both teams will be eager to begin their campaign with a strong performance.
MUL vs ISL Match Details
| Match Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Pakistan Super League 2026 |
| Match | Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United – Match 4 |
| Date | March 28, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
Match Preview
Multan Sultans
Multan Sultans have been one of the most consistent teams in PSL history. Before missing out on the playoffs last season, they had reached four consecutive PSL finals, which is a record in the tournament.
However, despite reaching multiple finals, they managed to win only one title during that run.
This season brings a leadership change as Ashton Turner takes over the captaincy after the departure of Mohammad Rizwan. Turner has strong leadership experience, having led Perth Scorchers to multiple Big Bash League titles.
The team also includes players like Steve Smith, Josh Philippe, and Mohammad Nawaz, who can provide strong performances with both bat and ball.
Key Strengths
- Experienced overseas players
- Strong all-round options
Key Concerns
- Heavy reliance on overseas stars
- Limited experienced local players
Islamabad United
Islamabad United are one of the most successful teams in PSL history with three titles. Last season they entered the tournament as defending champions but finished in third place.
The team will once again be led by Shadab Khan, who plays a crucial role as an all-rounder.
Islamabad have a strong core of Pakistani players including Imad Wasim, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Hasnain, and Salman Irshad. Their squad also includes international players such as Devon Conway and Mark Chapman, which strengthens the batting lineup.
Key Strengths
- Balanced squad with strong local players
- Experienced all-rounders
Key Concerns
- Inconsistent results in recent matches
Head-to-Head Record
| Teams | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| Multan Sultans | 8 |
| Islamabad United | 10 |
| No Result | 0 |
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| Multan Sultans | L, L, L, L, L |
| Islamabad United | L, L, W, L, L |
Weather & Pitch Report – Lahore
Weather
- Temperature: 25–27°C
- Humidity: 40–50%
- Rain chances: 30%
Pitch Report
The pitch at Gaddafi Stadium usually favors batters, with teams often scoring competitive totals.
Fast bowlers can get early movement with the new ball, but the surface becomes better for batting as the match progresses.
Gaddafi Stadium T20 Stats
| Record | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 38 |
| Bat First Wins | 24 |
| Bat Second Wins | 14 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 169 |
| Highest Score | 209/3 |
| Lowest Score | 94 |
Predicted Playing XI
Multan Sultans
- Sahibzada Farhan
- Saad Masood
- Steve Smith
- Ashton Turner (c)
- Josh Philippe
- Mohammad Nawaz
- Muhammad Shahzad
- Mohammad Wasim Jr.
- Salman Mirza
- Tabraiz Shamsi
- Arshad Iqbal
Islamabad United
- Devon Conway
- Andries Gous (wk)
- Mark Chapman
- Shadab Khan (c)
- Haider Ali
- Imad Wasim
- Faheem Ashraf
- Mohammad Hasnain
- Richard Gleeson
- Salman Irshad
- Mehran Mumtaz
Dream11 Fantasy Tips
Small League (Safe Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Devon Conway
- Steve Smith
- Andries Gous
- Ashton Turner
Grand League (Risky Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Shadab Khan
- Sahibzada Farhan
- Mark Chapman
- Mohammad Nawaz
MUL vs ISL Dream11 Prediction – Who Will Win?
Multan Sultans have several international stars in their squad, including Steve Smith, who is one of the most expensive players in PSL 2026. Sahibzada Farhan has also been in excellent T20 form recently.
However, the team appears heavily dependent on overseas players, and the local core may lack depth compared to other teams.
Islamabad United, on the other hand, have a strong group of Pakistani players including Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, Faheem Ashraf, and Mohammad Hasnain. This gives them better balance and experience.
Considering the team combination and stronger local core, Islamabad United look slightly ahead going into this match.
Predicted Winner: Islamabad United
Injury Update
| Team | Status |
|---|---|
| Multan Sultans | No injury updates |
| Islamabad United | No injury updates |
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