Islamabad: Defending champions Islamabad United showcased their dominance in the Pakistan Super League, securing a commanding 47-run victory over Multan Sultans in the seventh match of the tournament. The match, aired live on PTV Sports HD, highlighted Islamabad’s continued winning streak, marking their third consecutive triumph, while Multan faced their second consecutive defeat.

Islamabad United set the pace early on after electing to bat first, amassing a substantial total of 202 for 6 in their allotted 20 overs. Key contributions came from Sahibzada Farhan, who scored a brisk 53, and Colin Munro, who added 48 runs, setting a challenging target for the opposition.

In response, Multan Sultans struggled to match the required run rate, ultimately being bowled out for 155 in the 19th over. Despite a promising start from Mohammad Rizwan with 38 runs and Usman Khan contributing 31, the team faltered under the pressure exerted by Islamabad’s bowling attack.

With this victory, Islamabad United solidify their position as top contenders for the title, demonstrating formidable form with both bat and ball as the tournament unfolds.