A surprising moment during a PSL 2026 match at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore quickly caught the attention of cricket fans. Sahibzada Farhan refused a single to Steve Smith during Multan Sultans’ run chase against Quetta Gladiators. The moment was captured on camera and soon spread widely on social media.
Many fans compared the incident to a similar moment involving Babar Azam in the Big Bash League earlier this year. The clip created plenty of discussion among cricket followers about the small on-field decisions that can create big talking points.
The Viral Moment Between Farhan and Smith
The incident happened in the third over of Multan Sultans’ chase. Steve Smith pushed the ball and moved down the pitch looking for a quick single. However, Sahibzada Farhan decided not to run and sent him back.
At that time, Smith was batting aggressively with 35 runs from just 12 balls, while Farhan had scored 11 runs from five deliveries. Smith had already reached almost halfway down the pitch but quickly returned to the striker’s end when Farhan refused the run.
The moment did not affect the partnership, but it added an interesting twist to the match and became one of the most talked-about clips from the game.
Match Summary: Multan Sultans vs Quetta Gladiators
Quetta Gladiators won the toss and decided to bat first. Their innings started slowly after early wickets put pressure on the batting lineup.
Quetta Gladiators Batting Performance
Saud Shakeel and Hasan Nawaz helped stabilize the innings after the early setback. The pair built a solid partnership and gave Quetta a chance to recover.
Shakeel played an important innings and scored a half-century.
| Batter | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Saud Shakeel | 56 | 41 |
| Bevon Jacobs | 49* | 31 |
| Ahmed Daniyal | 22 | 9 |
| Shamyl Hussain | 2 | — |
Bevon Jacobs provided a strong finish in the final overs with an unbeaten 49 runs. Ahmed Daniyal also added quick runs but later suffered a hamstring injury.
Quetta Gladiators finished with 166/7 in 20 overs.
Multan Sultans Bowling Highlights
Multan used their spin bowlers effectively to control the scoring.
| Bowler | Overs | Wickets | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Nawaz | — | 3 | 30 |
| Arafat Minhas | — | 2 | 14 |
The spin attack slowed down Quetta’s scoring in the middle overs and restricted them to a manageable total.
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Smith and Farhan Provide Flying Start in the Chase
Multan Sultans began their chase in a very aggressive style. Openers Steve Smith and Sahibzada Farhan attacked the bowlers right from the start.
The pair scored 63 runs in the first four overs, putting Quetta under heavy pressure.
Smith played some stylish shots, hitting two boundaries and a six against Alzarri Joseph. Farhan also targeted the pace bowlers and kept the scoreboard moving quickly.
| Partnership | Runs | Overs |
|---|---|---|
| Smith – Farhan | 71 | Opening Stand |
The partnership finally ended when Alzarri Joseph dismissed Farhan.
Steve Smith’s Half-Century Sets the Platform
Steve Smith continued to dominate even after Farhan’s dismissal. He completed his first PSL half-century with an impressive batting performance.
| Batter | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Steve Smith | 53 | — |
Smith was eventually dismissed near the boundary after a relay catch by Saqib Khan and Rilee Rossouw.
Shan Masood Finishes the Job
After Smith’s dismissal, Shan Masood controlled the innings and guided Multan toward victory.
| Batter | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Shan Masood | 46* | 36 |
Multan Sultans successfully chased the target and won the match by six wickets with 15 balls remaining.
Match Result and Season Impact
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| Multan Sultans vs Quetta Gladiators | Multan won by 6 wickets |
| Quetta Score | 166/7 |
| Multan Chase | Completed with 15 balls left |
This victory gave Multan Sultans their third win in four matches, strengthening their position in the PSL 2026 standings. On the other hand, Quetta Gladiators suffered their third defeat in four games this season.
The match also showed how important small moments can be in cricket. Farhan’s decision to deny a single, the spin bowling control from Multan, and the powerful opening partnership all played a role in shaping the final result.
