Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore will host Multan Sultans as they take on Lahore Qalandars in the match XI on February 3.third April 7:30 pm IST.
Get the best MUL vs LAH Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI and match insight for the 11.th PSL 2026 match. Expert analysis and more.
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MUL vs LAH Match Preview:
Pakistan Super League 2026 continues its exciting journey with Match 11, which features a high-stakes encounter between Multan Sultans and Lahore Qalandars. This much-awaited match is scheduled on April 3, 2026 at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Fans can watch the live action from 7:30 PM IST. As the tournament heads towards the end of its first week, both sides will be keen to secure crucial points in front of the enthusiastic Multan crowd.
The head-to-head history between these two franchises suggests a very competitive rivalry in the PSL format. Out of the 19 matches played between them, Multan Sultans have won 9, while Lahore Qalandars have also won 9. Also, 1 match ended without any result. These stats highlight how evenly matched these teams have been over the years, making this upcoming encounter a real tie-breaker for their historical records.
Multan Sultans are in great form in this home game and currently top the points table in 1st placescheduled tribe Place. With 4 points from 2 matches and a healthy net run rate of +0.868, they rely heavily on the tactical leadership of Ashton Turner and the early strength of Sahibzada Farhan. Additionally, the presence of international star Steve Smith and the bowling talent of Tabraiz Shamsi make them a strong unit. Hence, Sultans will rely on their home advantage to maintain their unbeaten streak in the competition.
Meanwhile, Lahore Qalandars arrived for this match at 5 pmth position in the standings after a mixed start to their campaign. Having scored 2 points with a strong net run rate of +1.567, they have an explosive lineup led by Fakhar Zaman and the lethal pace of Shaheen Shah Afridi. Additionally, Sikandar Raza’s all-round ability and Haris Rauf’s death-bowling expertise provide significant depth to their strategy. As a result, Qalandars are aiming to recover from their recent stumble and get back into the top four with a win against the table-toppers.
Ultimately, both teams will step onto the field with the clear objective of strengthening their playoff chances. Multan Sultans aim to consolidate their lead at the top and give their home fans another reason to celebrate. Lahore Qalandars, on the other hand, need clinical performances to bridge the gap and prove their championship credentials. Additionally, the evening conditions in Multan will likely impact the toss, as both captains would prefer a winning start in the second week of PSL 2026.
MUL vs LAH head-to-head record:
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teams |
win the match |
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Multan Sultan |
9 |
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Lahore Qalandars |
9 |
MUL vs LAH Weather and Pitch Report:
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temperature |
20°C |
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weather forecast |
scattered clouds |
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pitch behavior |
batting friendly |
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Best suited for |
motion |
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Average score of first innings |
170 |
Records of chasing teams:
MUL vs LAH Playing 11 (Expected):
Multan Sultans Playing 11:
1) Sahibzada Farhan (Wicketkeeper)
2) Shan Masood
3) Steve Smith
4) Ashton Turner ©
5) Josh Phillip
6) Mohammad Nawaz
7) Arafat Minhas
8) Mohammad Wasim Jr
9) Tabrez Shamsi
10) Peter Siddle
11) Faisal Akram
Lahore Qalandars Playing 11: :
1) Fakhar Zaman
2) Mohammad Naeem
3) Abdullah Shafiq
4) Parvez Hussain Emon
5) Hasibullah Khan (Wicketkeeper)
6) Sikandar Raza
7) Asif Ali
8) Shaheen Shah Afridi ©
9) Haris Rauf
10) Mustafizur Rahman
11) Ubaid Shah
MUL vs LAH Hot Picks for Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Choice:
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Steve Smith – The technically sound right-handed top-order batsman for Sialkot Stallions has scored 77 runs in 2 innings, including a blistering 46 off 23 balls at a strike rate of 179.06. |
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Sahibzada Farhan – The aggressive right-handed opening batsman for Multan Sultans has scored 108 runs in 2 matches, including a match-winning inning of 106 not out off 57 balls. |
Raises up:
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Shaheen Shah Afridi – The lethal left-arm fast bowler and captain of Lahore Qalandars has taken 5 wickets, including a match-defining spell of 4/18 against Karachi Kings. |
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Sikandar Raza – Experienced right-handed batting all-rounder and right-arm off-break bowler for Lahore Qalandars who contributed 45 runs and took 2 wickets in the tournament. |
Budget Selection:
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Mohammad Nawaz – Reliable left-handed batting all-rounder and left-arm orthodox spinner for Multan Sultans, controlling the middle overs effectively, taking 2 wickets and scoring 7 runs. |
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Ubaid Shah – The promising right-arm fast bowler for Lahore Qalandars has bowled disciplinedly at an economy rate of 7.25, taking 3 wickets in the opening matches. |
MUL vs LAH PSL 2026 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
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captain |
Sahibzada Farhan and Steve Smith |
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vice captain |
Sikandar Raza and Shaheen Shah Afridi |
MUL vs LAH Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Josh Philippe, Hasibullah Khan
- Batsmen – Steve Smith, Fakhar Zaman, Sahibzada Farhan ©
- Allrounders – Sikandar Raza (Vice Captain), Ashton Turner, Arafat Minhas
- Bowlers- Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Wasim

MUL vs LAH Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Josh Philippe, Hasibullah Khan
- Batsmen – Steve Smith©, Fakhar Zaman, Sahibzada Farhan
- Allrounder – Sikandar Raza, Ashton Turner, Mohammad Nawaz
- Bowlers – Shaheen Shah Afridi (Vice Captain), Mohammad Wasim, Ubaid Shah

MUL vs LAH Dream11 Prediction Today Match 11 PSL 2026 Players to Avoid:
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player |
dream11 credit |
Dream11 Points (Last Match) |
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Habib Khan |
6.0 credit |
No |
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R Harman |
7.5 credits |
No |
MUL vs LAH Dream11 Prediction Today Match 11 PSL 2026 Expert Advice:
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sl captaincy option |
Sahebzada Farhan |
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gl captaincy option |
steve smith |
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choice of punt |
Ubaid Shah and Mohammad Nawaz |
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dream11 combination |
2-3-3-3 |
MUL vs LAH Match Winner Prediction:
Based on the current performance in the tournament, Multan Sultans are being predicted to win this match.


