Islamabad United will take on Multan Sultans in the final group-stage match of the Pakistan Super League 2026 on April 26 at National Stadium Karachi.
Currently, Islamabad United is third on the table with five wins from nine matches. A win here could elevate them to second place, ensuring participation in Qualifier 1.
Meanwhile, Multan Sultans are in second place with six victories from nine games. They will look to maintain their position with a win and potentially face Peshawar Zalmi in Qualifier 1.
ISL vs MUL: Match Details
| Match | Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans, Match 40, PSL 2026 |
| Date & Time (IST) | Sunday, April 26, 07:30 PM |
| Venue | National Stadium, Karachi |
| Broadcast and Live-Streaming | Not available in India |
National Stadium, Karachi: Pitch Report
The pitch at National Stadium Karachi is expected to provide a balanced contest between batters and bowlers. Batters will need to focus on preserving wickets early on and building a solid platform for an aggressive finish in the later overs. New-ball bowlers may find assistance in the initial phase, making it crucial for both teams.
ISL vs MUL: Head-to-Head T20I Record
| Matches Played | 19 |
| Won by MS | 09 |
| Won by ISU | 10 |
| Tied / No Results | 00 |
| First-ever Fixture | February 25, 2018 |
| Most Recent Fixture | March 28, 2026 |
ISL vs MUL: Predicted Playing XIs
Islamabad United
Devon Conway (wk), Sameer Minhas, Mark Chapman, Mohsin Riaz, Shadab Khan (c), Haider Ali, Faheem Ashraf, Chris Green, Imad Wasim, Richard Gleeson, Salman Mirza
Multan Sultans
Sahibzada Farhan, Steven Smith, Ashton Turner (c), Josh Philippe (wk), Shan Masood, Mohammad Nawaz, Arafat Minhas, Mohammad Imran Randhawa, Peter Siddle, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Muhammad Ismail
ISL vs MUL: Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: Steven Smith
Steven Smith is expected to be a standout batter in this important match. He has scored 337 runs in nine matches, including one century and two fifties. His role in this game will be crucial, as he can anchor the innings and accelerate as needed.
Probable Best Bowler: Shadab Khan
Shadab Khan is likely to be a key bowler in this match, having taken 13 wickets in seven matches this season. His performance will play an important part in the game’s flow, as he can break partnerships and manage the middle overs effectively.