PSL Match Prediction | Pakistan Super League 2025 | Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans | Match 7 | April 16 – Can MS stand against the table topper IU?

IU vs MS Match Analysis

Islamabad United and Multan Sultans will play each other in the Pakistan Super League 2025‘s 7th game on April 16, 2025, at 09:00 PM BST at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi. 

Multan Sultans are still chasing their first victory after losing their opening match and will be determined to bounce back.

However, it won’t be easy, as Islamabad United—the defending champions—defeated MS twice in three encounters last season, including a nail-biting final. IU also kicked off the new campaign with two convincing wins, giving them a clear edge going into this clash.

IU vs MS Team Preview & Squads

Islamabad United

Islamabad United, the reigning champions, couldn’t have asked for a more impressive start to their title defense. With two convincing wins from as many games, they’ve hit the ground running and already look like serious contenders. Their most recent victory was a dominant 102-run thrashing of Peshawar Zalmi at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. After piling on a massive 243 for 4, they dismissed Zalmi for just 141.

The batting unit is firing on all cylinders, with Sahibzada Farhan, Colin Munro, and Agha Salman all showing strong form. Munro has delivered key contributions in both outings, while Farhan was the standout in the last match, smashing a brilliant 106 off 52 balls. With Rawalpindi offering good conditions for batting, he’s likely to come out swinging once again.

In the lower order, the likes of Azam Khan and Shadab Khan add explosive power, capable of accelerating the scoring in the death overs.

On the bowling front, Naseem Shah and Ben Dwarshuis will look to make early inroads, while Jason Holder and Imad Wasim have been superb through the middle, having already combined for 10 wickets at an economy rate of under 8. This depth and variety give Islamabad a well-rounded and highly effective bowling lineup.

Islamabad United Squads

Islamabad United Squads

Jason Holder, Naseem Shah, Rumman Raees, Agha Salman, Azam Khan, Colin Munro, Imad Wasim, Salman Irshad, Shadab Khan, Saad Masood, Riley Meredith, Haider Ali, Sahibzada Farhan, Andries Gous, Mohammad Nawaz, Ben Dwarshuis, Matthew Short, Muhammad Shahzad, Hunain Shah, Rassie van der Dussen  

Multan Sultans

Multan Sultans kicked off their season with a challenging 4-wicket defeat to Karachi Kings. The match, held at the National Stadium in Karachi, turned into a high-scoring affair. Multan posted a formidable 234 for 3 after being put in to bat, but Karachi chased it down with surprising ease in just 19.2 overs on a batter-friendly surface.

Mohammad Rizwan was the standout performer with a classy unbeaten 105 off 63 balls, while Michael Bracewell chipped in with a quickfire 44* off 17 deliveries. Kamran Ghulam also provided early momentum, scoring 36 off 19, though he couldn’t push on for a bigger contribution.

Multan’s middle order looks strong, with Rizwan, Shai Hope, and Usman Khan all possessing the ability to deliver game-changing performances. If they lose early wickets, the likes of Ghulam, Bracewell, and Iftikhar Ahmed offer dependable backup to steady the innings and keep the scoreboard ticking.

However, the bowling department remains a major concern. Despite putting up 234, the Sultans couldn’t defend the total. David Willey had a rough outing, going for 40 runs in just two overs, while Chris Jordan—though experienced—can be expensive if he’s not in rhythm. Bracewell also struggled, conceding 44 in his four overs, though his spell was slightly more controlled than the others.

The few positives with the ball were Akif Javed, who picked up 3 for 41, and Usama Mir, who delivered a tidy spell of 1 for 30 in his four. If Multan’s bowlers don’t find their form soon, they could face an uphill battle in the rest of the tournament.

Multan Sultans Squads 

Multan Sultans Squads

Usman Khan, Mohammad Hasnain, David Willey, Ubaid Shah, Iftikhar Ahmed, Yasir Khan, Chris Jordan, Michael Bracewell, Josh Little, Gudakesh Motie, Akif Javed, Johnson Charles, Mohammad Rizwan, Kamran Ghulam, Tayyab Tahir, Usama Mir, Shai Hope, Faisal Akram, Shahid Aziz, Muhammad Amir Barki 

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans outfield report 

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi

The team batting first has won three of the four PSL 2025 games played in Rawalpindi with relative ease. This implies that it would be wiser to bat first in this situation.

Although it will be hot and muggy in Rawalpindi, there will be clear skies, so the game will go on as planned.

The Rawalpindi Stadium’s pitch is ideal for batting, but when the ball begins to grip the surface in the second half, things become more challenging.

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches 

In their last 5 matches, IU won 3 games, and MS won 2. 

Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans Prediction 

Cricket analysts predict that Islamabad United has a 60% chance of winning.