Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans: A Dominant Performance in Rawalpindi
The latest Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans clash in PSL 2025 saw Islamabad deliver a commanding 47-run win at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Powered by Jason Holder’s explosive all-round performance, Islamabad United kept their unbeaten streak alive with a third consecutive victory.
Jason Holder Shines with Bat and Ball
Quick-Fire Knock Lifts United’s Total
Jason Holder made an immediate impact by scoring 32 runs off 14 balls, which included 3 boundaries and 2 massive sixes. His late-innings assault helped Islamabad cross the 200-run mark with ease.
Devastating Spell Breaks Multan’s Backbone
Holder then starred with the ball, picking up 4 wickets for 25 runs. His deadly spell dismantled Multan’s middle and lower order, swinging the momentum completely in United’s favor.
Strong Batting from Islamabad United Sets the Tone
Islamabad United posted a massive total of 202-6, thanks to stellar contributions from their top and middle order.
Sahibzada Farhan Continues Top Form
Farhan smashed 53 off 35 balls, leading United to a powerful start in the powerplay. His form continues to be a major asset for the team in this PSL season.
Munro, Haider & Holder Provide Fireworks
Colin Munro (48 off 25) and Haider Ali (33 off 16) provided much-needed aggression in the middle, while Jason Holder’s late burst sealed a strong total for Islamabad.
Multan Sultans Lose Grip Midway Through Chase
Chasing 203 in this Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans thriller, Multan began well but soon crumbled under pressure.
Promising Start Cut Short
Usman Khan’s quick 31 and Rizwan’s 38 gave Multan a steady base. However, after Rizwan was dismissed by Shadab Khan, Multan lost momentum and wickets in quick succession.
Middle Order Collapse
From 93-3 to being all out for 155, Multan’s batting lineup couldn’t resist United’s attacking bowling. Holder’s 3 wickets in the second spell were key to the collapse.
Match Summary
Islamabad United Innings
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Top Scorer: Sahibzada Farhan – 53 (35 balls)
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Support: Colin Munro – 48, Haider Ali – 33, Jason Holder – 32
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Total: 202/6 (20 overs)
Multan Sultans Innings
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Top Scorer: Mohammad Rizwan – 38
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Support: Usman Khan – 31, Iftikhar Ahmed – 32
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Total: 155 all out (18.4 overs)
Bowling Highlights
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Jason Holder: 4-0-25-4
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Imad Wasim: 4-0-33-2
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Shadab Khan: 3-0-16-1
What’s Next After Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans?
With this victory, Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans added another memorable chapter to their PSL rivalry. Islamabad looks in prime form heading into future matches, while Multan must regroup and bounce back quickly to stay in playoff contention.
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