Rain, Runs, and Redemption: Lahore Qalandars Halt Multan’s Winning Streak

The rain at Gaddafi Stadium might have delayed the start, but it certainly didn't dampen the fireworks in this high-octane 13-over sprint. After the Multan Sultans won the toss and opted to bowl, they were immediately put on the back foot by a blistering opening stand from the Lahore Qalandars. Muhammad Naeem was the undisputed star of the first innings, smashing a massive 60 runs off just 28 balls, while Parvez Hossain Emon provided lethal support with a quickfire 45. Their aggressive approach, peppered with boundaries, allowed the Qalandars to post a daunting total of 185/5—a record-breaking pace for such a shortened format.

​The chase for the Sultans started on a rocky note as their top order crumbled against a disciplined and fired-up Lahore bowling attack. Despite the early collapse, a valiant mid-inning effort from Ashton Turner kept the Sultans' hopes alive as he cleared the ropes five times during a frantic 52-run cameo. Shan Masood also contributed a solid 44, but the sheer weight of the required run rate began to tell as the overs ticked by. Mustafizur Rahman proved to be the pick of the bowlers for Lahore, using his variations to claim two crucial wickets and keep the pressure firmly on the chasing side.

​Ultimately, the mountain was too high to climb as the Sultans finished their 13 overs at 165/5, falling 20 runs short of the target. This clinical victory secures two vital points for the Lahore Qalandars in the PSL 2026 standings and halts the Sultans' recent momentum. With the tournament heating up, this match will be remembered for the Qalandars' sheer batting power and their ability to defend a total under the intense pressure of a rain-affected, shortened game.