Lahore Qalandars produced a dominant batting display to defeat Multan Sultans by 20 runs in Match 11 of the Pakistan Super League 2026 at the Gaddafi Stadium.
The rain-affected game was reduced to 13 overs per side, and Lahore took full advantage of the batting-friendly conditions. Powered by explosive knocks from Mohammad Naeem, Mohammad Parvez Emon, and Abdullah Shafique, Qalandars posted a massive 185/5.
Multan Sultans fought back with a strong effort from Ashton Turner, but the target proved too steep as they finished at 165/5, falling short by 20 runs.
LHQ vs MS PSL 2026 Match 11: Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Lahore Qalandars vs Multan Sultans, 11th Match |
| Series | Pakistan Super League 2026 |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Result | Lahore Qalandars won by 20 runs |
| Lahore Qalandars | 185/5 (13 overs) |
| Multan Sultans | 165/5 (13 overs) |
| Player of the Match | Mohammad Naeem |
LHQ vs MS First Innings Highlights
Lahore Qalandars came out all guns blazing after the rain-reduced game began. Openers Mohammad Naeem and Mohammad Parvez Emon provided a lightning start, taking the attack to the Multan bowlers from the very first over.
Naeem played a sensational innings, smashing boundaries at will and dominating the powerplay. Abdullah Shafique also chipped in with a quick-fire contribution to maintain the momentum.
The trio dismantled Multan’s bowling attack as Lahore raced to 185/5 in just 13 overs, putting massive pressure on the chasing side.
| Category | Player | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Best Batsman | Mohammad Naeem | 65 (29 balls, 6×4, 4×6) |
| Key Support | Abdullah Shafique | 46 (19 balls, 4×4, 3×6) |
LHQ vs MS Second Innings Highlights
Multan Sultans had a difficult start to the chase as Shaheen Shah Afridi dismissed Steven Smith early to put Lahore on top.
Sahibzada Farhan and Shan Masood tried to rebuild the innings, with Masood scoring a rapid 44 off 18 balls to keep the chase alive.
Later, Ashton Turner produced a late counterattack, smashing 52 off just 22 balls including several big sixes. Arafat Minhas also contributed 25 off 11 balls, but the required rate remained too high.
Lahore bowlers held their nerve in the final overs as Multan Sultans ended at 165/5, handing Lahore Qalandars a convincing 20-run victory.
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| Category | Player | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Best Batsman | Ashton Turner | 52 (22 balls, 4×4, 3×6) |
| Best Bowler | Shaheen Shah Afridi | 3 overs, 32 runs, 1 wicket |
