On April 3, 2026, the Lahore Qalandars secured a victory against the Multan Sultans by 20 runs in a rain-affected match held at Gaddafi Stadium. The match was reduced to 13 overs per side due to inclement weather conditions.
The Lahore Qalandars posted a total of 185 runs for the loss of 5 wickets, with standout performances from Mohammad Naeem, who scored 60 runs off 28 balls, and Parvez Hossain Emon, contributing 45 runs off just 19 balls. Abdullah Shafique also made a notable contribution with 33 runs off 14 balls.
In response, the Multan Sultans managed to score 165 runs for 5 wickets in their allotted overs. Ashton Turner was the top scorer for Multan, remaining not out with 52 runs off 22 balls, while Shan Masood added 44 runs off 18 balls.
This match was part of the PSL 2026 season, also known as HBL PSL 11, which features eight franchises competing exclusively in Lahore and Karachi due to regional geopolitical tensions and fuel constraints.
With this victory, the Lahore Qalandars moved into second place in the PSL points table, while the Multan Sultans dropped to third place following the loss.
The match showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Lahore Qalandars demonstrating their batting prowess despite the challenging conditions.
As the tournament progresses, both teams will look to improve their standings in the league, with fans eagerly anticipating their next encounters.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential impacts on player lineups for upcoming matches as a result of this game.
