Multan Sultans clash with Islamabad United in the 4th match of PSL 2026 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on March 28, 2026. The head-to-head record across 16 PSL matches is evenly split at 8-8.
This is a season opener for both teams. The Sultans finished last in PSL 2025 with just one win and are desperate for redemption under new captain Ashton Turner. Meanwhile, Islamabad United reached the Qualifier 2 last season before bowing out to Lahore Qalandars.
With Steve Smith making his PSL debut for Multan and Devon Conway anchoring Islamabad’s top order, this match promises a genuine clash of world-class overseas talent.
MUL vs ISL 4th Match Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Multan Sultans vs Islamabad United, 4th Match |
| Date | 28 March 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 PM PKT / 7:30 PM IST (Night) |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Series | Pakistan Super League 2026 (Season 11) |
| Head-to-Head | 16 matches: MUL 8 wins, ISL 8 wins (even) |
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Weather Report for MUL vs ISL, PSL 2026 Match 4
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 25-32°C during match hours |
| Sky | Cloudy with 64% humidity |
| Rain Chance | 10% chance of rain, no major threat to the match |
| Humidity | High; significant dew expected in the second innings under lights |
| Wind | Moderate at around 8 km/h |
| Overall | Warm evening; dew will play a role in the second innings |
Unlike the day-night 3rd match earlier in the day, this is a full evening game. Consequently, dew will be a major factor in the second innings. Bowlers will struggle to grip the ball under the lights, giving a clear advantage to the team chasing.
Pitch Report for Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan |
| Pitch Type | Flat and batting-friendly with true bounce and good carry |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 175-185 in PSL T20s at this venue |
| Pace vs Spin | Pacers get early movement; spinners grip in middle overs |
| Toss Factor | Team batting first has won 23 of 37 T20s here; but dew favours chasers at night |
| Boundary Size | Short square boundaries; ideal for power-hitters |
In 99 total matches at this venue, teams batting first have won 57 times while teams bowling first have won 39. That is a significant historical advantage for batting first.
However, the evening dew factor can level things out. Both captains will weigh up whether to post a big total or exploit wet conditions while chasing. Regardless, totals above 180 are expected on this surface, especially with the calibre of batters in both line-ups.
Injury Updates for MUL vs ISL, PSL 2026
Multan Sultans: No injury concerns reported for their season opener. Steve Smith, Ashton Turner, Josh Philippe, and Mohammad Nawaz are all fit and available. This is a completely restructured squad after Mohammad Rizwan’s departure to Rawalpindi Pindiz.
Islamabad United: No fresh injury concerns for the three-time champions. All key players including Shadab Khan, Devon Conway, Faheem Ashraf, and Richard Gleeson are available for selection.
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MUL vs ISL Head-to-Head Record in PSL
This rivalry is one of the most evenly matched in PSL history. Across 16 matches, Multan Sultans and Islamabad United have each won 8 games. Neither team has a clear psychological edge.
However, recent form tilts slightly towards Islamabad. ISL have won 4 of the last 5 meetings against the Sultans. That recent dominance gives Shadab Khan’s men a confidence boost heading into this clash.
The standout individual performer in this rivalry is Shadab Khan, who has picked up 18 wickets in 16 matches against Multan at an economy of 8.17. On the batting front, Mohammad Rizwan leads the run charts with 332 runs, though he now plays for Pindiz. Shan Masood (256 runs) is the next highest scorer still in the Sultans camp.
The big narrative for this match is Steve Smith’s PSL debut. The Australian was in scintillating BBL form, scoring 299 runs at a strike rate of 167.97 including a century and two fifties. His new T20 avatar makes him a genuine threat on Lahore’s flat surface.
Prediction: Islamabad United are slight favourites given their superior recent record against the Sultans and stronger all-round balance. However, Multan’s revamped batting line-up with Smith, Farhan, and Philippe has enough firepower to turn this contest on its head.
