Multan Sultans vs Rawalpindiz: Sahibzada Farhan, Steven Smith Lead Strong Start in PSL 11 2026

In the ongoing PSL 11 2026 clash between Multan Sultans and Rawalpindiz, the Sultans are off to a solid start in their pursuit of 167 runs. As Sultans vs Rawalpindiz live action unfolds, Multan's openers, Sahibzada Farhan and Steven Smith, have laid a strong foundation, with the team reaching 51/1 after 6 overs.

Farhan played a quick knock of 20 off 17 balls, featuring 4 boundaries, but fell to Asif Afridi in the 4th over, bringing Smith and Philippe together at the crease. Steven Smith, not out on 15 off 11 balls, has been looking in good touch, maintaining a strike rate of 136.36. Philippe, also unbeaten, added 11 off 9 balls, showing promise as the innings progressed. The team’s run rate is steady at 8.5 per over.

Despite the fall of Farhan, Multan's chase is on track, thanks to the contribution of their top-order, with Shan Masood and Ashton Turner still to come.

The key challenge for Rawalpindiz will be to break the partnership of Smith and Philippe to stop the Sultans' progress towards the target. The bowling attack of Mohammad Amir, Asif Afridi, and Ben Sears has had limited success so far, with Afridi taking the only wicket.

For Sultans vs Rawalpindiz live score updates, stay tuned to watch how the match progresses in this exciting PSL 11 2026 encounter.