The Pakistan Super League 2026 witnessed a record-breaking batting display as Lahore Qalandars rewrote history in a rain-affected clash against Multan Sultans. In a match reduced to just 13 overs per side at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore delivered one of the most explosive innings ever seen in the league.
Record-Breaking Start: Fastest 100 in PSL History
After losing the toss, Lahore Qalandars were put in to bat first—but what followed left everyone stunned. The team raced to 100 runs in just 6.2 overs, setting a new record for the fastest team century in PSL history.
Openers Mohammad Naeem and Parvez Hussain Emon laid the foundation with a breathtaking partnership. The duo added 50 runs in only 3.2 overs, dismantling the bowling attack right from the powerplay.
Their aggressive approach ensured Lahore stayed ahead of the game throughout the innings, with boundaries flowing from both ends.
Massive Total in Just 13 Overs
Despite the shortened format, Lahore Qalandars piled up a staggering 185 runs in 13 overs, a total rarely seen even in full 20-over matches. The team crossed:
- 100 runs in 6.2 overs (fastest in PSL history)
- 150 runs in 9.4 overs
This relentless scoring kept the pressure firmly on the opposition and electrified the crowd.
Star Performers with the Bat
Mohammad Naeem was the standout performer, smashing 60 runs off 28 balls at a strike rate of 214.28, including 4 fours and 4 sixes.
Parvez Hussain Emon contributed a blistering 45 off 19 balls, hitting 2 boundaries and 5 towering sixes.
In the middle order, Abdullah Shafique added quick runs with 33 off 14 balls, while Sikandar Raza remained unbeaten on 13 off 8 balls.
Overall, Lahore’s innings featured an incredible 11 fours and 11 sixes, highlighting their dominance.
Bowlers Under Severe Pressure
The Multan Sultans bowlers had a tough outing as Lahore’s batters attacked relentlessly.
- Mohammad Ismail: 2 wickets for 47 runs in 3 overs
- Faisal Akram: 1 wicket for 31 runs in 2 overs
- Peter Siddle: 1 wicket for 26 runs in 3 overs
- Mohammad Wasim: conceded 33 runs in 3 overs
All bowlers struggled to contain the flow of runs, with one over going for as many as 19 runs, reflecting the intensity of the assault.
A Historic Day in PSL
This match will be remembered as one of the most explosive batting performances in Pakistan Super League history. Achieving the fastest team century and posting such a massive total in a shortened game highlights the evolving nature of T20 cricket, where aggressive intent and fearless batting are redefining records.
With performances like these, Lahore Qalandars have firmly established themselves as one of the most dangerous sides in PSL 2026, capable of turning any match into a spectacle.
