The Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings rivalry has produced several exciting and high-scoring matches in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Multan Sultans joined the PSL in 2018, while Karachi Kings are one of the original franchises from the inaugural 2016 season. multan sultan vs karachi head to head in psl
The two teams have regularly competed in close matches, including league games, a tied 2020 Qualifier decided by a one-over eliminator, and several high-scoring contests. By the end of the 2026 PSL season, the teams had played 18 matches against each other. Multan Sultans lead the overall record 8-7, with one no-result and one tied match.
Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings Head-to-Head Record
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | No Result | Ties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multan Sultans | 18 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| Karachi Kings | 18 | 7 | 8 | 1 | 1 |
The rivalry is therefore extremely competitive, with Multan holding only a one-win advantage. multan sultan vs karachi head to head in psl
Note: Some older statistics pages still show 17 matches because they have not included the April 19, 2026 meeting. The latest official PSL result makes the current total 18 matches.
First Meeting in PSL
Multan Sultans and Karachi Kings first met during the 2018 PSL season.
Their first encounter was abandoned without a result on March 2, 2018. A few days later, however, Karachi Kings produced a dominant performance against the Sultans.
Karachi scored 188/3 and then bowled Multan out for 125, winning by 63 runs. This gave Karachi an early advantage in the new rivalry.
The result was an indication of Karachi’s experience as one of the original PSL teams, while Multan were still finding their feet in their debut campaign.
2019: Karachi Maintain the Advantage
The two teams met twice during the 2019 season, and Karachi Kings won both matches.
In the first match, Karachi posted 183/6 before restricting Multan to 176/9, winning by seven runs.
Their second meeting was another close contest. Multan scored 118/7, but Karachi reached the target with five wickets in hand, winning by five wickets.
After the first two seasons, Karachi had established a strong advantage over Multan.
2020: A Dramatic Turning Point
The 2020 season produced one of the most memorable matches between the two teams.
Multan defeated Karachi by 52 runs in the league stage after scoring 186/6 and bowling Karachi out for only 134.
However, their Qualifier later that year was dramatically different.
Both teams scored 141 in their respective 20-over innings, resulting in a tie. The match went to a one-over eliminator, where Karachi Kings eventually won the contest.
The result was significant because Karachi advanced to the final and eventually won the 2020 PSL title.
2021: Another Split
The rivalry remained competitive in 2021.
Karachi Kings won the first meeting by seven wickets after chasing Multan’s 195/6. Karachi reached the target with seven wickets in hand.
Multan then responded strongly in the second encounter. The Sultans scored 176/5, while Karachi could only manage 164/7, giving Multan a 12-run victory.
The teams therefore finished the season with one win apiece.
2022: Multan Take Control
Multan Sultans enjoyed an excellent 2022 campaign against Karachi.
In their first meeting, Multan chased Karachi’s 124/5, reaching 126/3 and winning by seven wickets.
Later in the season, Multan again defeated Karachi. The Sultans scored 176/3, while Karachi managed 174/6. Multan won by seven wickets with three balls remaining.
These victories helped Multan establish themselves as a stronger side in the rivalry.
2023: One Win Each
The two sides produced another split series in 2023.
Multan Sultans won their first meeting by just three runs. They scored 196/2, and Karachi responded with 193/5.
Karachi then produced a dominant performance in the return fixture. They scored 167/3 before bowling Multan out for just 101, winning by 66 runs.
The 66-run victory remains one of Karachi’s biggest wins over Multan.
2024: Multan’s Dominance
Multan Sultans dominated both matches against Karachi in 2024.
In February, Multan scored 185/2 and restricted Karachi to 130/8, winning by 55 runs.
The second meeting was closer, but Multan still came out on top. Karachi scored 169/7, while Multan chased the target with a score of 189/3, winning by 20 runs.
Multan therefore completed a 2-0 season sweep over Karachi.
2025: Karachi Bounce Back
Karachi Kings responded strongly in 2025 and won both meetings.
The first match was a remarkable run chase. Multan scored 234/3, but Karachi chased the huge target, reaching 236/6 in 19.2 overs to win by four wickets.
In the second meeting, Karachi were even more convincing. They scored 204/4, while Multan were bowled out for just 117. Karachi won by 87 runs.
The two victories significantly improved Karachi’s position in the overall head-to-head record.
Latest Match: PSL 2026
The latest Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings match was played on 19 April 2026 at Gaddafi Stadium.
Karachi won the toss and elected to bowl first. Multan responded by scoring an impressive 207/7 in 20 overs.
Reeza Hendricks top-scored with 49 runs from 32 balls, while Multan’s middle order helped them reach a challenging total.
Karachi fought back strongly during the chase, but Multan’s bowlers continued taking wickets at important moments. Karachi were eventually bowled out for 196 in 19.4 overs.
Multan Sultans won the match by 11 runs.
Match Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Karachi Kings vs Multan Sultans |
| Date | 19 April 2026 |
| Venue | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| Multan Sultans | 207/7 |
| Karachi Kings | 196 all out |
| Result | Multan won by 11 runs |
| Player of the Match | Arafat Minhas |
| Arafat Minhas | 17 runs & 3/32 |
Arafat Minhas was the standout performer, taking 3/32 and contributing 17 runs.
Highest Team Scores
The rivalry has produced some outstanding batting performances.
Karachi Kings’ highest score against Multan: 236/6 in 2025.
Multan Sultans’ highest score against Karachi: 234/3 in 2025.
Interestingly, Karachi successfully chased Multan’s 234, making the 2025 contest one of the highest-scoring matches between the two franchises.
Biggest Wins
Karachi’s biggest victory over Multan came in 2018, when they won by 63 runs.
Their largest victory in recent years came in 2025, when Karachi defeated Multan by 87 runs after dismissing the Sultans for 117.
Multan’s biggest victory against Karachi was their 87-run victory in 2025? No—the 2025 87-run result belonged to Karachi. Multan’s major victories include their 66? Wait: the 66-run win was also Karachi in 2023. Multan’s notable large-margin victories include the 55-run win in 2024 and the 52-run win in 2020.
Why This Rivalry Is So Competitive
The head-to-head numbers demonstrate how evenly matched the two franchises have been.
Karachi started strongly, winning several early meetings. Multan gradually improved and became particularly successful from 2021 through 2024.
Karachi then made a strong comeback in 2025 by winning both matches, including a remarkable chase of 235.
Multan responded immediately in 2026, winning the latest encounter by 11 runs.
This constant change in momentum makes the fixture particularly interesting for PSL fans.
Conclusion
The Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings head-to-head record in PSL is one of the closest rivalries in the competition.
After 18 matches, Multan Sultans have won 8, Karachi Kings have won 7, one match has ended without a result and one has been tied.
Karachi dominated the early years, while Multan enjoyed a strong period between 2021 and 2024. Karachi then bounced back in 2025 with two impressive victories. In the latest meeting, Multan regained the advantage by defeating Karachi by 11 runs.
With only one win separating the teams, the next chapter of this PSL rivalry should remain highly competitive.
5 Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many times have Multan Sultans and Karachi Kings played in PSL?
Multan Sultans and Karachi Kings have played 18 PSL matches against each other through the 2026 season.
2. Who has won more matches between Multan Sultans and Karachi Kings?
Multan Sultans lead 8-7 in wins. There has also been one no-result and one tied match.
3. Who won the latest Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings match?
Multan Sultans won the latest match by 11 runs on April 19, 2026. Multan scored 207/7 before dismissing Karachi for 196.
4. What is the highest score in Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings matches?
Karachi Kings’ highest score is 236/6, while Multan Sultans’ highest is 234/3. Both scores came during their high-scoring 2025 meeting.
5. When was the first Multan Sultans vs Karachi Kings match?
Their first meeting took place in PSL 2018. That match was abandoned, while Karachi won their second meeting that season by 63 runs.