Peshawar Zalmi secured a convincing victory over Multan Sultans, winning by 24 runs in the 22nd match of the Pakistan Super League 2026.
Zalmi set a challenging target, scoring 196 runs for the loss of 6 wickets. Kusal Mendis was the standout performer, smashing 68 runs off just 40 balls. Mohammad Haris contributed significantly with a quick-fire 38 runs from 17 balls, while Babar Azam added 18 runs.
Multan Sultans, who won the toss and opted to bowl first, struggled to contain Zalmi’s batting onslaught. Despite their efforts, they fell short in the chase, unable to match the required run rate.
Nahid Rana played a crucial role in the final overs, helping to secure the win for Zalmi. This victory keeps Peshawar Zalmi at the top of the points table with 9 points, while Multan Sultans remain in second place with 8 points.
As the PSL 2026 season progresses, Peshawar Zalmi continues to demonstrate their dominance, remaining unbeaten so far. The match took place at the National Stadium in Karachi on April 13, 2026, and showcased the competitive spirit of both teams.
With this win, Zalmi solidifies their position as the team to beat this season, while Multan Sultans will need to regroup and strategize for their upcoming matches.
