RawalPindiz Finally Win in PSL 11 After Beating Islamabad United

RawalPindiz finally opened their account in the 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL 11) after ending their eight-match losing streak with a win over Islamabad United at the National Bank Stadium, Karachi.

RawalPindiz’s decision to bowl first proved decisive as they restricted the three-time champions to 137 all out in 20 overs.

For Islamabad, Devon Conway was the top scorer with 40 off 33 balls, including three fours and two sixes. Chris Green added a useful 29 off 16 deliveries lower down the order, while Mark Chapman chipped in with 23.

RawalPindiz shared the wickets around effectively. Mohammad Amir, Dian Forrester and Saad Masood claimed two wickets each, while Asif Afridi, Naseem Shah and Daryl Mitchell took one apiece.

In reply, RawalPindiz chased down the target with relative control, reaching it with six wickets in hand in the 19th over.

Captain Mohammad Rizwan led the chase with 45 off 38 balls, hitting five fours and a six, while Kamran Ghulam made 42 off 30 with five boundaries and one six. Daryl Mitchell and Dian Forrester also made useful contributions with 32 and 13 respectively.

For Islamabad United, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan and Chris Green picked up one wicket each, but the total proved too small to defend.

The result gave RawalPindiz their first victory of the season, though it did not change the overall standings. They remain at the bottom of the table with two points from nine matches and a net run-rate of -1.330.

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