Islamabad United vs. Multan Sultans: Can Islamabad Carry the Momentum from their Last Win?

In their opening match, Islamabad United was brutal against Peshawar Zalmi. Islamabad openers Paul Stirling and Alex Hales dominated with a strike rate of over 250.00. Islamabad United managed to win the game inside 6 overs. Islamabad's overall strengths have a well-balanced dugout with competent bench strength warming the bench. On the other hand, Multan Sultans have been the exceptional form this season; the defending champions have comprehensively won their first 2 games. Multan Sultans are at the top of the points table going in the game against Islamabad United. Both well-matched teams would be playing according to their strengths on 31st Jan 2022 at NSK.

After defeating Peshawar Zalmi in a one-sided dominating game, Islamabad United would be looking forward to giving a tough time to Multan Sultans, the defending champions. With local players inducted in the side and elite foreign players, Islamabad United are the favourites of winning this year's PSL.

With the likes of Shadab Khan, Paul Striling, Alex Hales, Azam Khan, and Asif Ali, Islamabad has a quality batting lineup. They are equipped with seasoned fast bowlers Hassan Ali and Faheem Ashraf in the bowling lineup.

• Paul Stirling
• Alex Hales
• Shadab Khan
• Hassan Ali
• Faheem Ashraf

Multan is among the consistent teams in PSL, dominating at the points table. With their top performers clicking in the last game against Quetta, Multan is in the driving seat. However, while facing Islamabad United in the upcoming game, Multan might try new combinations or play with the regular side. With the likes of Imran Tahir, Imran Khan, Khusdil Shah, and Shahnawaz Dhahani in the team, Multan Sultans would be up for the challenge. David Willey pulled out a stunner with the bowl in the last game and maintained Multan's winning streak. Going in the match against Islamabad, Multan Sultans are the table toppers, hunting for a win. Taking no credit away from the skipper, Muhammad Rizwan, Multan Sultans have definitely shown their A-game.

• M.Rizwan
• Khushdil Shah
• Imran Tahir
• Shan Masood
• David Willey

With the consistency and determination Multan is playing, they are definitely the favorites for the upcoming game. However, Islamabad would hunt for their second victory of this year's PSL. However, Islamabad would be geared up to give a tough time to the opposition.