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New Era starts in Islamabad’s Hills: Inauguration of Ambani Cricket Stadium
Imran SattiISLAMABAD: A historic milestone was achieved as the long-awaited Ambani Cricket Stadium was officially inaugurated on Simly Dam Road, Islamabad. Nestled in the foothills, this state-of-the-art stadium is being hailed as a revolutionary step towards the promotion of sports in the Region. The inauguration ceremony was attended by a large number of locals, youth, and dignitaries, including Raja Ghalib of Charrah, Advocate Raja Aftab, and the well-known Raja Zia alias "Pappu." The stadium was inaugurated by Raja Abdul Khan and Raja Master Rasheed, father and uncle of stadium owner Raja Munawar Zaman۔Speaking to the media on the occasion, Raja Munawar Zaman said: “Ambani Cricket Ground was once a dream, and today it has become a reality. Our foremost priority is to provide healthy recreational activities and high-quality sports facilities to our youth.”He revealed that the project, which was initiated two years ago, has now been completed with international-level facilities, including floodlights, practice pitches, and a professional-grade cricket field.Launch of Hardball Cricket League & Cricket Academy During the event, the management also announced the launch of a Hardball Cricket League, set to begin on October 3rd and run until October 16th. Six prominent local teams will participate, with the goal of nurturing local talent and offering a platform for young players.In addition, plans were unveiled to establish a Cricket Academy at the venue, further solidifying the stadium’s role as a hub for cricketing excellence.The administration also revealed an upcoming Tape Ball Cricket League at the union council level in Islamabad, with participation open to teams from across the country. Each team will be allowed to include two guest players.The local community warmly welcomed the development, calling the stadium a "great gift" for the area. Residents praised the initiative and lauded Raja Munawar Zaman for turning a long-held dream into a tangible asset for the youth of the region.Facilities of this standard are rarely seen in rural or hilly areas,” said one attendee. “Ambani Cricket Ground is a shining example of what can be achieved through vision, commitment, and community spirit.”
BTK Stars Clinch Shaheed Daniyal Trophy Season 1
Karachi (Sports Report): BTK Stars won the final of the Shaheed Daniyal Trophy Season 1. Pro Pandas set a target of 137 runs in the first innings, which BTK Stars successfully chased with the loss of just five wickets, securing the title.The closing ceremony was graced by social activist Ahmad Chauhan, Kamran Khan Tareen, Sheikh Sajid Kareem, Sports Director of Baqai University Nawab Alam, renowned businessman Ihsanullah Khan, Raas Builders’ Tayyab, Rana Shehryar, and others.At the prize distribution ceremony, the runner-up team received a trophy and Rs. 50,000 cash prize, while the winning team, BTK Stars, was awarded a trophy along with Rs. 100,000. Shields and cash prizes were also given to players for outstanding performances.
CAM STRIKERS EMERGE VICTORIOUS IN JASHN-E-AZADI CUP
TAXILA (Sports Report): In a thrilling match played at the Faisal Hills Cricket Ground, Cam Strikers defeated URCC by 19 runs to lift the Jashn-e-Azadi 35 overs cup.Batting first, Cam Strikers set a challenging target of 276 runs, thanks to a brilliant century by Sohail Afiridi. The team's innings was marked by significant contributions from Qadeer Haider (29), Hasan (27), and Tahir Naqash (17), with Najeeb providing a quick finish with 25 not out.In response, URCC put up a strong fight but ultimately fell short of the target, scoring 257 runs in 33rd overs. Junaid top-scored for URCC with 44, while Aizaz contributed 43 and Rohan added 28. The Cam Strikers bowling unit was led by Farman Senior, who claimed 3 crucial wickets. Idrees chipped in with 2 wickets, while Tahir Naqash, Saleem Jr., Abdul Rehman, and Sohail each picked up 1 wicket.Sohail Afiridi's all-round performance earned him the Player of the Match award. The Faisal Hills Management congratulated both teams on a game well played and commended the efforts of the players and officials involved.
Basit Gymkhana beat Real Time by 38 runs in all Pakistan. T20 Challenge Cup
TAXILA(Sports Report): Basit Gymkhana Cricket Club showcased an impressive all-round performance to defeat Real Time Cricket Club by 38 runs in the All Pakistan HIT Challenge Cup T20 Tournament at the HIT Cricket Ground, Taxila Cantt.Batting first, Basit Gymkhana posted a competitive total of 172 for 7 in their allotted 20 overs. The star of the innings was Uzair Afridi, who dazzled with a blistering 62 off just 37 balls, smashing five boundaries and four towering sixes. He was ably supported by Ishaq Qazi, who contributed a solid 44 off 33 balls, decorated with three fours and two sixes. For Real Time CC, Saif ur Rehman was the pick of the bowlers, claiming two wickets.In reply, Real Time Cricket Club faltered against disciplined bowling and were bowled out for 134 runs. Sohail Akhtar was the top scorer for his side with 30 runs. Basit Gymkhana’s bowling attack was led by Azaan Ahmed, who ripped through the batting line-up with an outstanding four-wicket haul. He was well-supported by Rana Fasih, who grabbed three wickets, and Raja Awais, who took two.For his match-winning spell, Azaan Ahmed was named Man of the Match.
CAM League-II: Riders beat Badshah by 7 wickets in Game-9
Taxila (Sports Report): Faisal Hills Riders defeated Faisal Hills Badshah by 7 wickets in the 9th match of the second edition of the CAM Super League 2025, thanks to an all-round performance by their captain, Tahir Naqash.Winning the toss, Faisal Hills Riders opted to bowl first—a decision that proved to be tactically brilliant. Their bowlers executed the plan perfectly, restricting Faisal Hills Badshah to 168/9 in the allotted 20 overs. For Badshah, Sohail (34), Bilal Ahmadzai (27), Hamad Khan (27), and Syed Bilal (25 off few deliveries) contributed key runs, while Abasyn remained unbeaten on 18*. In the bowling department, Riders’ skipper Tahir Naqash led from the front, claiming 3 crucial wickets, while Hamza and Mani picked up 2 wickets each.Chasing 169, Faisal Hills Riders started with a composed and steady approach. Talha Ashraf anchored the innings with a solid 47, while Sardar Yaseen remained not out on 19*. The star of the show was Captain Tahir Naqash, who showcased his power-hitting skills with an explosive 50* off just 23 deliveries, steering his team to victory in the 19th over with 7 wickets in hand. The bowlers from Faisal Hills Badshah struggled to contain the Riders’ batsmen. Qasim Shah Gore was the only bowler to make notable impact with 2 wickets, supported by Usman Shah with 1.Player of the Match was rightly awarded to Captain Tahir Naqash for his outstanding all-round performance—smashing an unbeaten half-century and taking 3 wickets. Impact Player of the Match was declared Syed Bilal, who played a quick-fire cameo of 25 runs and took a crucial catch during the fielding.
CAM Super League: Faisal Hills Riders beat Against Royals by 5 wickets
TAXILA (SBR): In a gripping encounter of the CAM Super League Edition II 2025, Faisal Hills Riders clinched a memorable victory over Faisal Hills Royals in Match #7, chasing down the target of 171 with five wickets in hand. The match, held at the Faisal Hills Sports Complex, showcased some exciting cricketing action, highlighted by a stunning innings from Talha Ashraf.Batting first, Faisal Hills Royals posted a fighting total of 170 for 9 in their allotted 20 overs. The top contributors for Royals were Rohan, who scored a brisk 31, followed by Hazrat Ali with 22 and Najeeb chipping in with 19. The Riders' bowling unit kept the pressure on throughout, with Abdul Rehman Mani emerging as the pick of the bowlers, claiming 3 key wickets. He was ably supported by Raees and Tahir Naqqash, who grabbed 2 wickets each, while Farman Senior bagged one.In reply, Faisal Hills Riders played fearless cricket, reaching the target in 18.2 overs with a total of 174 for 5. The chase was anchored by a sensational knock from Talha Ashraf, who hammered 85 runs off just 45 balls, including multiple boundaries and sixes. He was well-supported by Ashtar, who remained unbeaten on 34, and Abdul Rehman Mani, who finished the game with 14 not out, showcasing his all-round brilliance.The Royals' bowlers tried to defend the total, with Shah Mohammad, Qasim Iqbal, and Hazrat Ali each picking up a wicket, but were unable to stop the Riders' momentum. For his explosive batting performance, Talha Ashraf was rightly adjudged Player of the Match, while Hamza earned the title of Impact Player of the Match for his tight and economical spell that restricted the Royals’ scoring opportunities.
UR United Triumphs in High-Scoring Thriller: Captain Habibullah hits ton
TAXILA(SBR): In a thrilling contest of the CAM Super League Edition II 2025, UR United Faisal Hills claimed a memorable 31-run victory over Faisal Hills Royals in the sixth match of the tournament, thanks to an explosive century by captain Habibullah.After winning the toss, UR United opted to bat first and posted a mammoth total of 261 for 6 in the allotted 20 overs. Leading from the front, Captain Habibullah delivered a breathtaking knock of 121 runs off just 50 balls, anchoring the innings with powerful strokeplay all around the ground. He was ably supported by Adeel KP, who hammered 54 runs off 27 balls, while Sher Jan added the finishing touches, smashing 28 runs from only 5 balls, pushing the total well beyond the 250 mark.On the bowling side, Faisal Hills Royals tried to contain the flow of runs, with Hamza being the pick of the bowlers, claiming 3 wickets. Raees, Muhammad Ali, and Qasim chipped in with a wicket each.In reply, Faisal Hills Royals made a fighting start and kept the chase alive with some aggressive batting. Hazrat Ali scored a solid 51, while Shah Muhammad (38), Shehzad (32), and Qasim Iqbal (28 off just 11 balls) kept the scoreboard ticking. Despite their efforts, Royals managed 229 for 7 in 20 overs, falling short by 31 runs.UR United bowlers held their nerves under pressure. Adeel KP was instrumental with the ball as well, taking 2 key wickets, while Asif Manzoor and Zohaib Abbasi contributed with 1 wicket each.For his extraordinary all-round performance, especially the whirlwind century, Captain Habibullah was rightfully named Player of the Match. His innings proved to be a decisive factor in UR United's victory and left the crowd thoroughly entertained.This high-octane match will be remembered not only for its record-breaking score but also for the fierce competition that added intensity and excitement to the CAM Super League 2025.
Koliyan Eleven Clinch Fourth HMC Hard Ball Cricket Tournament Title
TAXILA(SBR):Koliyan Eleven emerged as champions of the Fourth HMC Hard Ball Cricket Tournament after defeating Strikers Cricket Club by six wickets in a thrilling final held at the HMC Cricket Ground. The highlight of the match was a breathtaking innings by Usman Shah, who was named Player of the Match for his explosive 83 runs off just 34 balls.Batting first, Strikers Cricket Club posted a competitive total of 183 runs in their allotted 20 overs, losing all wickets. Ismail played a responsible knock, scoring 50 runs off 40 balls, while Ahsan Saleem added 38, and Rana Fasih smashed a quickfire 29 from just 15 deliveries. For Koliyan Eleven, Haji Usman and Usman Shah both took two wickets, with Umar Khabbhi contributing one.In response, Koliyan Eleven chased down the target in 18 overs, losing only four wickets. Usman Shah's aggressive batting set the tone for the successful run chase, supported by a solid 35 off 26 balls from Shani DSP and an impressive 30-run contribution by Naveed. Ismail claimed two wickets for Strikers, while Rashid Latif and Rana Fasih picked up one each.Following the match, the chief guest, renowned social figure of Taxila, Malik Sohail Akhtar, distributed prizes and encouraged the players. In a major announcement welcomed with loud cheers, Malik Sohail pledged to install a dedicated practice net for hardball cricket at the ground, fulfilling a long-standing dream of local cricketers.The winning team, Koliyan Eleven, was awarded a trophy along with a cash prize of PKR 40,000, while the runner-up, Strikers Cricket Club, received a trophy and PKR 20,000. Additionally, the organizing committee was rewarded with PKR 50,000 for their efforts..
Shifa International defeat Feariless Fighters Rawalpindi by 37 runs
Islamabad (PR):Shifa International Hospital Islamabad defeated Feariless Fighters Rawalpindi by 37 runs in a 1st Night match of the best of three series here at Pasban Cricket Ground Rawalpindi.Shifa International Captain Ibrar Ikhlaq won the toss and elected to bat first, Shifa International hit up 258 for the loss of four wickets in the allotted 25 overs. Batsman Zohaib Satti hit a fine century 129 runs not out 73 balls with 5 six and 16 fours, while Imran Shah (69) not out and Haris (21) were their leading run-getters. Feariless Fighters Nouman (2 for 51) and Faizan (1 for 21) were the other main wicket-takers. In reply, Feariless Fighters was bowled out for 221 runs in the 24th overs, Zahid (87), Ramzan (42), Nomi (27) and Faisal 26 were their main scorers. Syed Mudassar Bukhari bowled well and claimed 4 for 26 runs in 4 overs, while Mohammad Ikram (3 for 38), Amer Sohail (1 for 26) and Taimour (1 for 27) bowled well for Shifa International. Zohaib Satti declared “Man of the Match” for his impressive Performance.
All Pakistan T20 Cricket Tournament: Hazro win title
Sports Bulletin ReportTAXILA : National Cricket Club Hazro have won the final of the All Pakistan T20 Cricket Tournament. In the final, the tournament's hot favorite team, Al-Faisal Cricket Club Attock, faced a tough and thrilling match and was defeated by 6 runs. Shahzaib from the champion team was declared the Player of the Match.The final of the All Pakistan T20 Cricket Tournament (APL Season 9) was played between Al-Faisal Cricket Club Attock and National Cricket Club Hazro at Attock Cricket Stadium (PCB Attock). Batting first, National Cricket Club scored 179 runs for the loss of 4 wickets in the allotted 20 overs. Shahzaib played a highly responsible innings, scoring 76 runs and remained not out. Abbas scored 35, Nabi Gul made 17, and Shahab contributed 16 runs.From Al-Faisal Cricket Club, Rana Fasih bowled impressively, taking 2 wickets for just 23 runs in his 4 overs. Al-Faisal Cricket Club made a strong attempt to chase the target. Usman's half-century could not turn the game in their favor—he scored 56 runs off just 28 balls. Rana Fasih also contributed 25 runs off 16 balls, but the team could only reach 173 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in 20 overs. Thus, National Cricket Club Hazro won the final by 6 runs and earned the title of champions. Shahzaib from the winning team was declared the best player of the match.At the end of the tournament, the chief guest, Member of National Assembly Sheikh Aftab Ahmed, distributed prizes among the players and officials. The winning team, National Cricket Club, received a cash prize of Rs. 200,000 and a trophy, while the runner-up, Al-Faisal Cricket Club, was awarded Rs. 100,000 and a trophy. In addition, players showing outstanding performance in categories like Man of the Match, Best Bowler, Best Batsman, and Best Fielder received cash prizes of Rs. 10,000 each.
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