Zalmi Beat Sultans by 24 Runs in PSL 11 2026 Thriller as Muqeem’s 3-Wicket Spell Breaks Chase

Peshawar Zalmi defeated Multan Sultans by 24 runs in a high-intensity encounter of PSL 11 2026 at Karachi on April 13, 2026. Zalmi’s disciplined bowling effort, led by Sufiyan Muqeem’s three-wicket haul, proved decisive as Multan Sultans were restricted to 172/8 while chasing 197.

Despite a strong batting effort featuring Shan Masood’s aggressive knock and useful contributions from Josh Philippe and Steven Smith, Sultans fell short in the final overs.

Zalmi’s Bowling Seals the Game

Chasing 197, Multan Sultans looked in control during the middle phase but lost momentum after regular wickets. The turning point came through Sufiyan Muqeem, who delivered a match-winning spell of 4-0-30-3, removing key batters at crucial stages.

He dismissed Steven Smith (31), Josh Philippe (32), and Ashton Turner (20), breaking the backbone of the chase. Nahid Rana also supported brilliantly with 2/24, while Iftikhar Ahmed provided early breakthroughs.

Aamer Jamal chipped in with a key wicket at the death, ensuring Sultans could not recover in the final overs.

Sultans’ Chase – Strong Start but No Finish

Multan Sultans began their chase positively with Sahibzada Farhan scoring 17 off 10 balls, giving early momentum in the powerplay.

However, the real resistance came from the middle order:

• Steven Smith – 31 (29) anchored the innings early
• Josh Philippe – 32 (17) played a quick counterattack with 6 boundaries
• Shan Masood – 35 (19) delivered the most impactful innings, keeping hopes alive

At one stage, Sultans looked set to take the game deep, but wickets at regular intervals slowed the chase.

Key Collapse at Crucial Moments

The defining phase came after the 10-over mark when Zalmi tightened their grip. Despite reaching 100 runs in 10.4 overs, Sultans lost momentum as Muqeem struck twice in quick succession.

• Ashton Turner fell at 123
• Arafat Minhas and Mohammad Nawaz departed cheaply
• Lower order failed to accelerate under pressure

Even with late resistance from Mohammad Wasim and Peter Siddle, the target proved out of reach.

Powerplay and Middle Overs Breakdown

Sultans scored 61 runs in the powerplay with just one wicket down, keeping themselves ahead early in the chase. They also crossed 150 in 15.5 overs, but inability to finish strong cost them the match.

Zalmi’s disciplined bowling in the final overs ensured Sultans ended at 172/8 in 20 overs, falling short by 24 runs.

Final Result Summary

Peshawar Zalmi defended their total successfully and defeated Multan Sultans by 24 runs in a crucial PSL 11 2026 clash, thanks to Muqeem’s match-winning spell and a balanced team bowling performance.