Steve Smith's On-Field Tension with Sahibzada Farhan During PSL 2026 Match

In a recent PSL 2026 match, Australian cricketer Steve Smith experienced a brief on-field disagreement with Sahibzada Farhan after the latter declined a quick single. This incident occurred during Multan Sultans' six-wicket victory over Quetta Gladiators. Fans took to social media to draw comparisons with a previous incident involving Smith and Babar Azam, humorously suggesting that Farhan's refusal was a form of 'revenge.' As Multan Sultans continue to lead the points table, they prepare for their next match against Peshawar Zalmi.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 7, 2026, 15:20 IST

Multan Sultans Secure Victory Over Quetta Gladiators

In a thrilling encounter at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on April 5, Australian cricketer Steve Smith found himself in a momentary disagreement with Sahibzada Farhan after the latter opted against a quick single during the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 match. Multan Sultans triumphed over Quetta Gladiators, achieving a six-wicket victory, marking their third win of the season.

Chasing a target of 167 runs, Multan Sultans completed the task with 15 balls remaining, finishing their innings in 17.3 overs. Smith was the standout performer, scoring 53 runs off 35 deliveries, which included seven boundaries and a six, boasting a strike rate of 151.43.

The Disagreement Between Smith and Farhan

The brief clash between Smith and Farhan drew the attention of fans as Multan Sultans solidified their position at the top of the points table. The incident occurred during the third over of Multan's innings when Smith hit four consecutive boundaries off pacer Tom Curran. After a dot ball, Smith attempted to take a single on the last ball of the over, but Farhan declined the run, leading to a moment of frustration for Smith.

Following the incident, Smith exchanged a frustrated glance with Farhan before returning to his position to continue the innings.

Social Media Reactions and Comparisons

The refusal of the single by Farhan sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, particularly on X (formerly Twitter), where fans recalled a similar incident involving Smith and Babar Azam during a Big Bash League match earlier this year. Many Pakistani cricket fans expressed their displeasure over Smith's previous actions, drawing parallels between the two situations.

Fans humorously suggested that Farhan's decision was a form of 'revenge' for Smith's earlier denial of a strike to Babar, labeling the moment as a nostalgic flashback and praising Farhan's cheeky refusal as entertaining.

Multan Sultans' Current Standing

As of now, Multan Sultans lead the PSL points table with four victories and one loss, holding a net run rate (NRR) of +0.941 from five matches. Their next challenge will be against Peshawar Zalmi at the Karachi National Stadium on April 13.