Islamabad United Secure Comfortable Victory Over Multan Sultans

Jason Holder (right) grabbed four wickets to bowl Islamabad United to victory over the Multan Sultans

Match Summary

RAWALPINDI, Pakistan, CMC – West Indies all-rounder Jason Holder produced his second Player-of-the-Match performance in three games to lead Islamabad United to a comfortable 47-run victory over the winless Multan Sultans in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) here on Wednesday.

Batting Performance

After being sent in to bat at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Islamabad posted a competitive 202 for six from their 20 overs.

They were led by opener Sahibzada Farhan, who top scored with 53 from 35 balls, while Colin Munro lashed 48 from 25 balls, Haider Ali 33 off 16 balls, and Holder pummeled an unbeaten 32 from just 14 balls with three fours and two sixes.

Bowling Performance

Barbadian Chris Jordan was Multan’s best bowler with 2-41 from his four overs.

Holder then ran through Multan’s middle and lower order on his way to figures of 4-25 from his four overs, as they were dismissed for 155 from 18.4 overs to see Islamabad romp to their third win in as many matches.

Multan Sultans’ Performance

Multans captain Mohammad Rizwan made 38 from 27 balls in an otherwise disappointing batting performance that saw them lose their second straight game.

Conclusion

Islamabad United’s victory over Multan Sultans has cemented their position in the Pakistan Super League. Jason Holder’s impressive performance has been a key factor in their success, and they will look to continue their winning streak in their upcoming matches.