Multan Sultans vs Hyderabad Kingsmen meet in Eliminator 1 with a Qualifier 2 spot on the line. Multan finished 3rd with 6 wins from 10 matches but lost to Islamabad United by 6 wickets in their final league fixture, with Mark Chapman’s 69 off 33 sealing the chase.
Hyderabad Kingsmen finished 4th and arrive on a high after thrashing Rawalpindi Pindiz by 108 runs in their do-or-die match, posting 244/6 powered by Glenn Maxwell’s 70 off 37 and Usman Khan’s 54 off 26.
The teams split their PSL 2026 group meetings 1-1, with HYK winning the most recent fixture on April 22. The Eliminator takes place on April 29, 2026, at 7:30 PM IST at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.
MUL vs HYK Betting Odds
Multan Sultans enter as slight favourites thanks to their finishing position and Steven Smith’s consistent form. However, HYK’s 108-run thrashing of Rawalpindi Pindiz keeps the markets close.
| Platform | MUL Win Odds | MUL Win % | HYK Win Odds | HYK Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.88 | 53% | 1.95 | 51% |
| Stake | 1.85 | 54% | 1.98 | 51% |
| 4RABET | 1.92 | 52% | 1.92 | 52% |
| BetVibe | 1.85 | 54% | 1.95 | 51% |
| Parimatch | 1.88 | 53% | 1.95 | 51% |
MUL vs HYK Head-to-Head Record
Multan Sultans and Hyderabad Kingsmen are tied 1-1 in their two PSL 2026 meetings. The first fixture on April 1 went to Multan, while HYK responded with a win in the most recent fixture on April 22.
| Team | Matches | Won | Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multan Sultans | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Hyderabad Kingsmen | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Lahore Weather Report
Warm and dry conditions expected at Gaddafi Stadium with no rain threat. Evening temperatures will cool gradually as the match progresses.
| Weather Aspect | Forecast |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 28°C to 38°C |
| Humidity | 35% to 55% |
| Rain Chance | 0% (Minimal) |
| Wind Speed | 8 to 14 km/h |
| Conditions | Clear, warm evening |
| Dew Factor | Moderate in final overs |
Gaddafi Stadium Pitch Report
The Gaddafi Stadium has been one of the highest-scoring venues in PSL 2026. Most matches here have turned into high-scoring encounters, though disciplined bowlers extracting consistent lines have found wickets at key moments.
| Pitch Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Flat, batting-friendly |
| Avg 1st Innings Score | 173 runs |
| Avg 2nd Innings Score | 149 runs |
| Pace vs Spin | Pacers swing early, batters dominate later |
| Boundary Size | 65-70m (square), 74m (straight) |
| Toss Factor | Batting first slightly preferred |
The pitch allows free-flowing strokeplay throughout the 20 overs. Moreover, batters who get set can pile on the runs, as seen in HYK’s 244 against Rawalpindi Pindiz. Additionally, spinners like Faisal Akram and Glenn Maxwell could find grip as the surface wears.
Multan Sultans Probable Playing 11
Multan are likely to retain the same XI from their loss to Islamabad United. Steven Smith’s tournament-leading 367 runs at SR 163.11 with 18 sixes anchors their top order alongside Sahibzada Farhan.
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Sahibzada Farhan | Batter |
| Steven Smith | Batter |
| Josh Philippe (wk) | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Shan Masood | Batter |
| Arafat Minhas | All-Rounder |
| Ashton Turner (c) | All-Rounder |
| Mohammad Imran Randhawa | All-Rounder |
| Mohammad Wasim Jr | Bowler |
| Peter Siddle | Bowler |
| Faisal Akram | Spinner |
| Muhammad Ismail | Bowler |
Hyderabad Kingsmen Probable Playing 11
HYK will likely retain the XI that produced their 108-run win. Glenn Maxwell’s 70 off 37 alongside Usman Khan’s 54 off 26 and Kusal Perera’s 50 off 30 made HYK formidable in the do-or-die match.
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Maaz Sadaqat | All-Rounder |
| Marnus Labuschagne (c) | Batter |
| Saim Ayub | Batter |
| Usman Khan (wk) | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Kusal Perera | Batter |
| Glenn Maxwell | All-Rounder |
| Irfan Khan | All-Rounder |
| Hassan Khan | All-Rounder |
| Mohammad Ali | Bowler |
| Akif Javed | Bowler |
| Hunain Shah | Bowler |
Top Performers PSL 2026
Multan rely on Steven Smith’s 367 runs and Peter Siddle’s 13 wickets. HYK lean on Marnus Labuschagne’s 274 runs and Mohammad Ali’s 13 wickets at strike rate 15.38.
| Player | Team | Runs/Wickets | SR/Econ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Smith | MUL | 367 runs | 163.11 SR |
| Sahibzada Farhan | MUL | 365 runs | 168.98 SR |
| Shan Masood | MUL | 298 runs | 160.22 SR |
| Marnus Labuschagne | HYK | 274 runs | High avg |
| Peter Siddle | MUL | 13 wickets | 17.08 SR |
| Mohammad Ali | HYK | 13 wickets | 15.38 SR |
| Hunain Shah | HYK | 12 wickets | 12.58 SR |
Match Prediction
Hyderabad Kingsmen will edge this Eliminator thanks to their winning momentum and explosive batting depth. Glenn Maxwell’s 70 off 37 alongside Usman Khan’s 54 off 26 and Kusal Perera’s 50 off 30 showed HYK’s middle-order firepower. Marnus Labuschagne’s 274 runs anchors their batting unit. Multan counter with Steven Smith’s 367 runs at SR 163.11 and Sahibzada Farhan’s 365 runs. However, Mohammad Ali’s 13 wickets and Hunain Shah’s strike rate of 12.58 give HYK the bowling edge at Gaddafi Stadium.
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Final Verdict
Hyderabad Kingsmen will book a Qualifier 2 berth thanks to their balanced all-round depth. Expect Maxwell, Usman Khan, and Kusal Perera to set the tone with the bat while Mohammad Ali targets Multan’s top order. Multan need Steven Smith and Sahibzada Farhan to fire alongside Peter Siddle’s new-ball threat to halt HYK’s momentum.
Winner Prediction: Hyderabad Kingsmen
Win Probability: 51%
