Cricket fans, get ready for another thrilling face-off in the Pakistan Super League! The highly anticipated Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans (PSL 2025) Match 7 is set to light up Rawalpindi with big runs, fierce competition, and strategic gameplay. With Islamabad United flying high and Multan Sultans looking for redemption, this one is shaping up to be a cracker of a contest.
Whether you’re tuning in live or gearing up for fantasy leagues, we’ve got all the essentials—Dream11 tips, pitch report, match timings, and streaming info—right here!
Match Details
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Match: Islamabad United vs Multan Sultans
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Match Number: 7
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Date: April 16, 2025
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Toss Time: 7:30 PM PST (8:00 PM IST)
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Start Time: 8:00 PM PST (8:30 PM IST)
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Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
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Tournament: PSL 2025 (10th Edition)
Pitch Report – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
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Nature of Pitch: Batting-friendly, especially under lights
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First Innings Average Score: 160–180
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Key Features:
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Early bounce and swing for pacers
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Slower pitch in the second half, helping spinners
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Dew factor favours chasing sides
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Short boundaries encourage aggressive batting
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Recent Game Highlight: Multan scored 234/3 vs Karachi here—a clear sign that big scores are on the cards!
Team Form and Preview
Islamabad United (Current Table Toppers)
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Wins: 2 in 2 matches
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Recent Matches:
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Beat Lahore Qalandars by 8 wickets
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Demolished Peshawar Zalmi by 102 runs
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Captain: Shadab Khan
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Strengths: Balanced team with explosive batters and reliable bowlers
Key Players:
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Shadab Khan: Dynamic all-rounder
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Colin Munro: Consistent and explosive opener
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Naseem Shah: Leading pace bowler
Multan Sultans (5th Place)
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Matches Played: 1
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Result: Lost to Karachi Kings despite scoring 234/3
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Captain: Mohammad Rizwan
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Strengths: Power-packed top order
Key Players:
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Mohammad Rizwan: Century-maker, wicketkeeper-batter
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Reeza Hendricks: Steady hand at the top
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Usama Mir: Reliable middle-over spinner
Dream11 Tips and Fantasy Picks
Wicketkeepers
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Mohammad Rizwan (VC): First PSL 2025 century, must-have captaincy choice
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Azam Khan: Explosive lower-order bat, differential pick in high-scoring games
Batters
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Colin Munro: Exploits powerplay, proven performer
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Reeza Hendricks: Steady scorer, ideal for anchoring
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Rassie van der Dussen: Middle-order consistency
All-Rounders
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Shadab Khan (C): Offers triple value—batting, bowling, leadership
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Imad Wasim: Crucial in pressure games, economical with the ball
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Iftikhar Ahmed: Finisher, handy with part-time off-spin
Bowlers
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Naseem Shah: Can swing it early, and hit the deck hard
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Usama Mir: Top spinner from PSL 2024, controls the middle overs
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David Willey: New ball threat, useful lower-order hitter
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Hunain Shah: Young gun, potential differential pick
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
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Captain Options:
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Shadab Khan – Reliable all-rounder and game-changer
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Colin Munro – Early assault weapon
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Usama Mir – Could be a wildcard with the ball
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Vice-Captain Options:
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Mohammad Rizwan – Top-order stability and bonus keeper points
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Iftikhar Ahmed – Unpredictable but potentially explosive
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Imad Wasim – Big match performer
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Suggested Dream11 Team
Wicketkeeper:
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Mohammad Rizwan (VC)
Batters:
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Colin Munro
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Reeza Hendricks
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Rassie van der Dussen
All-Rounders:
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Shadab Khan (C)
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Imad Wasim
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Iftikhar Ahmed
Bowlers:
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Naseem Shah
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Usama Mir
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David Willey
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Hunain Shah
Backup Options:
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Azam Khan (WK)
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Chris Jordan (BOWL)
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Agha Salman (BAT)
Head-to-Head Record
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Total Matches: ~20
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Islamabad United Wins: 10
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Multan Sultans Wins: 9
Last Encounter:
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PSL 2024 Final – Islamabad United beat Multan by 2 wickets in a last-ball thriller
Key Trend:
These two teams bring the drama—close finishes and high scores almost guaranteed, especially in Rawalpindi!
Live Streaming & Telecast Details
In India:
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TV: Sony Sports Network
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Streaming: FanCode (subscription required)
In Pakistan:
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TV: PTV Sports, Geo Super
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Streaming: Vedu APP (free on mobile)
Globally:
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YouTube: PSL Official Channel (for select regions)
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Others: Check local broadcasters
Match Prediction
Favourites: Islamabad United
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Why? Better form, strong core, and balanced XI
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Multan’s Hope: Batting’s on fire, but bowling must step up
Toss Factor: Team chasing has a clear advantage due to dew
Predicted Winner: Islamabad United (60% win probability)
Additional Tips
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Weather: Perfect cricket conditions – clear skies, 20–22°C, low humidity
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Injury Watch: No major injuries reported
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Grand League Differentials: Hunain Shah, Johnson Charles – unexpected heroes?