The Pakistan Super League 2025 continues to heat up as the Multan Sultans (MUL) prepare to face the Lahore Qalandars (LAH) in Match 12, scheduled for April 22 at the Multan Cricket Stadium. Both sides enter this match with different mindsets. While Lahore have gained momentum with back-to-back wins, Multan are yet to open their account in the tournament.
Match Details
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Fixture: Multan Sultans vs Lahore Qalandars, Match 12, PSL 2025
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Date: April 22, 2025
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Time: 8:30 PM IST
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Venue: Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan
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Live Streaming: FanCode (App and Website)
Head-to-Head Record
Out of the 19 matches played between the two sides in PSL history, Multan Sultans have won 10, while Lahore Qalandars have claimed 9. It’s a closely fought rivalry, with both teams having strong competitive history.
Team Overview
Multan Sultans (MUL)
Multan are enduring a nightmare start to their campaign, having lost all three of their matches. Their most recent match was a crushing 120-run defeat to Peshawar Zalmi, where they conceded 227 and were bundled out for just 107. The team is clearly under pressure and in need of leadership and execution in all departments.
Key Players
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Mohammad Rizwan: Needs to provide stability at the top.
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Michael Bracewell: A potential game-changer with both bat and ball.
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Chris Jordan: Will be vital with his death bowling expertise.
Lahore Qalandars (LAH)
After losing their opening match, Lahore bounced back strongly with two commanding wins. In their last match, they outclassed Karachi Kings by 65 runs, powered by half-centuries from Fakhar Zaman and Daryl Mitchell. Their bowling, led by Shaheen Afridi and veteran Shahid Afridi, has also looked sharp.
Key Players
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Fakhar Zaman: In-form opener capable of quick starts.
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Daryl Mitchell: Consistent middle-order performer.
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Shaheen Afridi: Leading the pace attack with discipline and aggression.
Pitch Report – Multan Cricket Stadium
The surface at Multan is known to be flat and dry, offering plenty of runs to the batters. Spinners might get some grip later in the match, but overall, it remains a batting-friendly venue. A high-scoring contest is expected, with totals around 180-200 likely to be competitive.
Probable Playing XIs
Multan Sultans (MUL):
Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), Shai Hope, Usman Khan, Khumran Ghulam, Michael Bracewell, Iftikhar Ahmed, David Willey, Chris Jordan, Usama Mir, Mohammad Hasnain, Ubaid Shah
Lahore Qalandars (LAH):
Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Naeem, Abdullah Shafique, Daryl Mitchell, Sam Billings (wk), Sikandar Raza, Rishad Hossain, Shaheen Shah Afridi (c), Haris Rauf, Asif Afridi, Zaman Khan
Probable Match Scenarios
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If Multan bats first, they must target at least 190 to challenge Lahore’s batting unit.
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If Lahore bats first, their in-form top order could post a massive total above 200.
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Multan’s only chance lies in early wickets and a big innings from Rizwan or Bracewell.
Match Prediction
Based on current form, Lahore Qalandars are the favorites. Their batting is clicking, and their bowling attack looks much more settled and dangerous. Multan Sultans need a turnaround performance, and playing at home could be their last hope to spark a revival.
Prediction: Lahore Qalandars to win, unless Multan pull off a surprise with bat and ball.