Karachi Kings face Multan Sultans in the 28th match of PSL 2026 at National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi on April 19, 2026. This is a day-night match starting at 2:30 PM PKT, which means no dew to worry about.
Both teams need this win for different reasons. KAR are 6th with 3 wins from 6 matches (6 points), on a three-match losing streak after their brilliant 3-0 start. MUL sit 3rd with 4 wins from 6 matches (8 points), looking to solidify their playoff position.
Karachi have signed Jason Roy as a replacement for Muhammad Waseem (called up for UAE duty). With Sahibzada Farhan (249 runs, 17 sixes in PSL 2026) powering Multan and Hasan Ali (10 wickets) leading KAR’s bowling, this Sunday afternoon clash promises an exciting battle between bat and ball.
KAR vs MUL 28th Match Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Karachi Kings vs Multan Sultans, 28th Match |
| Date | 19 April 2026 (Sunday) |
| Time | 2:30 PM PKT / 3:00 PM IST (Day-Night) |
| Venue | National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi |
| Series | Pakistan Super League 2026 (Season 11) |
| Head-to-Head | Both teams have won PSL title once (KAR 2020, MUL 2021) |
Dream11 Team for Karachi Kings vs Multan Sultans
Weather Report for KAR vs MUL, PSL 2026 Match 28
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 30-36°C during match hours |
| Sky | Clear skies; hot Karachi afternoon |
| Rain Chance | Less than 5% chance of rain; no threat whatsoever |
| Humidity | Moderate; coastal breeze provides some relief |
| Overall | Hot and dry; no dew in this afternoon fixture |
Pitch Report for National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Venue | National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi |
| Pitch Type | Batting-friendly but recent afternoon games have seen lower scores |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 170 in PSL 2026 at this venue |
| Pace vs Spin | Pace gets early movement; spinners grip in middle overs |
| Toss Factor | No dew in afternoon; batting first is a viable option |
| Boundary Size | Short square boundaries; rewards aggressive batting |
Injury Updates for KAR vs MUL, PSL 2026
Karachi Kings: Jason Roy has been signed as replacement for Muhammad Waseem (called up for UAE national duty). David Warner remains unavailable with Moeen Ali continuing as captain. All other players including Hasan Ali, Adam Zampa, Salman Ali Agha, and Azam Khan are fit. KAR are on a three-match losing streak.
Multan Sultans: No injury concerns for the third-placed Sultans. All key players including Steve Smith, Sahibzada Farhan, Josh Philippe, Ashton Turner, Mohammad Nawaz, Peter Siddle, and Arafat Minhas are fit. MUL lost to Peshawar by 24 runs in their most recent match but remain in a strong playoff position.
KAR vs MUL Head-to-Head Record in PSL
Karachi Kings and Multan Sultans are both single-time PSL champions, with KAR winning in 2020 and MUL lifting the trophy in 2021. This rivalry between two passionate fanbases has produced some of PSL’s most memorable encounters over the years.
Form massively favours Multan heading into this clash. MUL sit 3rd with 4 wins from 6 matches (8 points). Their key performers include Sahibzada Farhan (249 runs, 17 sixes), Steve Smith (consistent with bat), Josh Philippe (aggressive keeper-bat), and Mohammad Nawaz (74 PSL wickets + 918 career PSL runs). Their only loss was to Lahore in a rain-shortened game early in the tournament.
KAR have fallen dramatically after their dream 3-0 start. They lost to PZ by 159 runs (87 all out), then HYK beat them by 4 wickets (189/6 chasing 188), and ISU thrashed them by 8 wickets (153/2 chasing 150). The addition of Jason Roy provides fresh impetus to the batting, but the Kings desperately need their bowlers to step up.
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Top Picks for KAR vs MUL, PSL 2026 Match 28
| Player | Team | Role | Why to Pick |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sahibzada Farhan | MUL | Batter | 249 runs, 17 sixes; PSL 2026’s most explosive opener. |
| Hasan Ali | KAR | Bowler | 10 wickets in 5 matches; new-ball strike threat. |
| Mohammad Nawaz | MUL | All-rounder | 74 PSL wickets + 918 runs; elite utility player. |
| Adam Zampa | KAR | Bowler | World-class leg-spin; middle-overs control. |
| Ashton Turner | MUL | All-rounder | MUL captain; leads from front with bat + fielding. |
