This was a coin flip — we gave Multan Sultans a slight tip going into the match. The toss went in favour of Multan Sultans, and they opted to bat first at the Multan Cricket Stadium, a venue where chasing has been successful 51% of the times.

In their first innings, Multan Sultans scored 164 runs before losing five wickets. In response, Islamabad United showcased a powerful batting performance, reaching 168 with only three wickets down, securing a win by seven wickets with 17 balls remaining. Despite our prediction for Multan Sultans, the margin was incredibly close, illustrating fine margins in cricket that can shift outcomes dramatically.

In hindsight, while we backed Multan Sultans, Islamabad United's resolute display proved decisive. It wasn't an upset but rather a testament to their ability on the day — a reminder of cricket's unpredictable nature where even tightly contested matches can swing in favour of either side.