In a decisive match on April 4, 2026, at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Islamabad United triumphed over RawalPindiz by seven wickets, successfully chasing down a target of 157 runs in just 14.2 overs.
Sameer Minhas was the standout performer for Islamabad United, scoring an impressive 70 runs off 36 balls. His contribution was pivotal in steering the team to victory, marking their second win in four matches of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11.
RawalPindiz, on the other hand, managed to score 156 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in their innings, with Kamran Ghulam being the top scorer for his side, contributing 50 runs off 39 balls.
Islamabad United’s bowling attack was effective, with Richard Gleeson, Salman Irshad, and Faheem Ashraf each taking two wickets, which played a crucial role in restricting RawalPindiz’s scoring.
This match was highly anticipated, drawing comparisons to the intensity of a Pakistan vs India showdown, and it did not disappoint fans.
However, the match faced delays due to adverse weather conditions, which added an element of uncertainty to the proceedings.
With this victory, Islamabad United currently holds the second position in the PSL 11 standings, while RawalPindiz finds itself struggling at seventh, having suffered their third consecutive defeat in the tournament.
As the tournament progresses, observers are keen to see how both teams will adapt and respond in their upcoming matches, especially RawalPindiz, which needs to turn its fortunes around.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential changes in team strategies for the next matches.
