Peshawar Zalmi face Multan Sultans in the 22nd match of PSL 2026 at National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi on April 13, 2026. MUL lead the all-time head-to-head 11-7 across 18 PSL meetings, but PZ have won 4 of the last 5 encounters.
This is PSL 2026’s biggest clash so far. Peshawar Zalmi top the table with 9 points (W4, NR1, unbeaten), while Multan Sultans sit second with 8 points (W4, L1). A win for either side could prove decisive for the top-two finish and a direct path to the PSL final.
With Kusal Mendis (241 runs at SR 172.14) and Sufiyan Muqeem (10 wickets in 4 games) powering Zalmi, versus Sahibzada Farhan (232 runs at SR 181.25) and Mohammad Nawaz anchoring Multan, this Monday night blockbuster promises to be a battle of champions.
PZ vs MUL 22nd Match Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Peshawar Zalmi vs Multan Sultans, 22nd Match |
| Date | 13 April 2026 (Monday) |
| Time | 7:00 PM PKT / 7:30 PM IST (Night) |
| Venue | National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi |
| Series | Pakistan Super League 2026 (Season 11) |
| Head-to-Head | 18 matches: MUL 11 wins, PZ 7 wins (PZ won 4 of last 5) |
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Weather Report for PZ vs MUL, PSL 2026 Match 22
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 27-33°C during match hours |
| Sky | Clear to partly cloudy; warm Karachi evening |
| Rain Chance | Less than 5% chance of rain; no threat to the match |
| Humidity | Moderate; coastal breeze provides some relief |
| Overall | Warm evening; slight dew possible in second innings |
This is a night match starting at 7:00 PM PKT. While Karachi experiences less dew than Lahore, some moisture can settle in the second innings under floodlights. Interestingly, in the last 3 Karachi matches, teams batting first have won, suggesting the surface may be getting harder to chase on as the tournament progresses.
Pitch Report for National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Venue | National Bank Cricket Arena, Karachi |
| Pitch Type | Batting-friendly but spinners get grip in middle overs |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 169 in PSL 2026 at Karachi (6 matches) |
| Pace vs Spin | Pace gets early swing; spinners dominate middle and death overs |
| Toss Factor | Recent trend favours batting first at this venue |
| Boundary Size | Short square boundaries; big-hitters love this ground |
The Karachi pitch has produced entertaining cricket in PSL 2026 with an average first innings score of 169 across 6 matches. Totals above 170 have been difficult to chase at this venue this season. That is why Sufiyan Muqeem (10 wickets) and Nawaz become crucial in the middle overs, where the surface slows and spinners grip.
Injury Updates for PZ vs MUL, PSL 2026
Peshawar Zalmi: No injury concerns for the unbeaten table-toppers. All key players including Babar Azam, Kusal Mendis, Michael Bracewell, Iftikhar Ahmed, Sufiyan Muqeem, and Nahid Rana are fit. Zalmi demolished Lahore by 76 runs (173/7 vs 97 all out) in their most recent outing.
Multan Sultans: No injury concerns for the second-placed Sultans. All key players including Steve Smith, Sahibzada Farhan, Josh Philippe, Ashton Turner, Mohammad Nawaz, and Faisal Akram are fit. MUL secured a 7-wicket win against Rawalpindi in their most recent match.
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PZ vs MUL Head-to-Head Record in PSL
Multan Sultans lead the overall head-to-head 11-7 across 18 PSL meetings. However, the recent trend has shifted dramatically in Peshawar Zalmi’s favour. Zalmi have won 4 of the last 5 encounters, including a 120-run demolition in PSL 2025.
Both teams are PSL champions. Peshawar Zalmi won the title in 2017, while Multan Sultans lifted the trophy in 2021. This rivalry carries genuine heavyweight pedigree, and with both sides occupying the top two spots in PSL 2026, the stakes could not be higher.
Current form is outstanding for both sides. PZ are unbeaten with 4 wins and 1 NR (9 points, NRR +3.103). Their recent run includes the 159-run demolition of Karachi Kings (246/3 vs 87) and a 76-run thrashing of Lahore (173/7 vs 97). Kusal Mendis (241 runs at SR 172.14), Babar Azam (212 runs), and Sufiyan Muqeem (10 wickets) have been outstanding.
Meanwhile, MUL have 4 wins and 1 loss (8 points, NRR +0.941). Sahibzada Farhan (232 runs at SR 181.25) has been sensational as the tournament’s best opener. Steve Smith, Josh Philippe, and Ashton Turner provide batting depth, while Faisal Akram (5 wickets) and Nawaz anchor the bowling.
