PSL 2025 – Match 7 Blog Preview

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans – Clash of Titans in Rawalpindi

Date: April 16, 2025
Time: 8:30 PM IST
Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
Broadcast: Sony Sports Network | Streaming on FanCode

🥀 Team Overview

Islamabad United have kicked off PSL 2025 in stellar fashion, claiming two back-to-back wins with dominant performances. The squad looks balanced with depth in both batting and bowling. Shadab Khan’s leadership and their aggressive approach are setting the tone for the season.

Multan Sultans, on the other hand, are yet to find momentum. Despite putting up a massive 234/3 against Karachi Kings, their bowlers failed to defend the total, resulting in a disappointing loss. They’ll be desperate to register their first win and get their campaign on track.

🤝 Head-to-Head Record

A perfect balance exists between these two sides in PSL history, with each winning 8 matches out of 16. Their past encounters have been close, and another thrilling contest could be on the cards.

🏟️ Pitch and Weather Conditions

Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium

• Favorable for bowlers, especially under lights.
• Chasing is challenging due to the pitch slowing down in the second innings.
• Spinners and pacers thrive here with good line and length.

Weather:

• Clear skies expected.
• Ideal conditions for a full match without interruptions.

📊 Form Guide

Islamabad United: ✅ ✅

• Beat Lahore Qalandars by 8 wickets
• Beat Peshawar Zalmi by 102 runs

Multan Sultans: ❌

• Lost to Karachi Kings by 4 wickets

🌟 Key Players to Watch

Islamabad United

• Sahibzada Farhan – Century in the last game (106 off 52), currently the top batter for ISL.
• Naseem Shah – Bowling with pace and precision.
• Shadab Khan – Captain and all-rounder who can change the game with both bat and ball.

Multan Sultans

• Mohammad Rizwan – The backbone of their batting line-up.
• Usman Khan – Consistent and dangerous at the top.
• Akif Javed – Picked 3/41 against Karachi; a bowler to watch.

🎯 In the Spotlight

Sahibzada Farhan (ISL)

With a blistering 106 against Peshawar, Farhan has set the tournament alight. His aggressive starts provide ISL with a solid platform.

Akif Javed (MUL)

Despite the team’s loss, Akif stood out. His ability to swing the ball and strike early makes him a valuable asset for Multan.

📊 Key Stats

• Highest total in PSL 2025: 243/5 by ISL
• ISL’s average score this season: 191.5
• Multan’s highest successful chase: 206 (2022)
• Colin Munro’s average at Rawalpindi: Over 40

📋 Squads

Islamabad United (ISL)

Sahibzada Farhan, Andries Gous, Colin Munro, Agha Salman, Azam Khan (wk), Muhammad Shahzad, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan (c), Jason Holder, Riley Meredith, Naseem Shah

Multan Sultans (MUL)

Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), Shai Hope, Usman Khan, Kamran Ghulam, Tayyab Tahir, Michael Bracewell, David Willey, Chris Jordan, Usama Mir, Akif Javed, Shahid Aziz

🔮 Match Prediction

Islamabad United are flying high and seem to have all bases covered. Multan have the batting depth but need their bowlers to step up. Given current form and conditions, Islamabad are likely to come out on top and continue their unbeaten run.

Prediction: Islamabad United to win

✅ Conclusion

As Islamabad United aim for their third straight win and Multan Sultans look to redeem themselves, the Rawalpindi crowd is in for a treat. With match-winners on both sides and evenly matched past records, this clash could shape the dynamics of the PSL 2025 points table. Stay tuned for an epic contest!

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