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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.
Fighters Eleven beat Shmsi Eleven 3-2 in a five-match Series
Karachi (PR): The Eid Cricket Festival, organized by Oasis Automobiles, featured an exciting series consisting of five matches. The event witnessed intense competition between Fighters Eleven and Shamsi Eleven, with players from both teams showcasing their best skills. Fighters Eleven emerged victorious, winning the series 3-2 and defeating Shamsi Eleven. Several players' outstanding performances played a key role in this win. During the tournament, Ibrahim Waqas Butt demonstrated an exceptional all-round performance, scoring 52 runs in five matches. Additionally, he took 2 wickets for 28 runs. His remarkable performance earned him the title of Man of the TournamentFighters Eleven's Chief Executive Officer, Talha Ahmed Butt, also impressed everyone with his outstanding performance. He scored over 150 runs and took 5 wickets for just 43 runs, playing a decisive role in his team's victory.In addition, Shiz Butt, Asif, Shoaib, Shakeel, and Mudassar Iqbal also made significant contributions. These players excelled not only in batting and bowling but also in fielding, which helped the team secure victory. Particularly, Mudassar Iqbal, in his debut match, scored 26 runs and took one wicket, earning praise from cricket fans.In the closing ceremony, Fighters Eleven was crowned the winner and awarded the trophy. Furthermore, players who showed outstanding performances were recognized with rewards and certificates. The event organizers expressed their commitment to hosting an even bigger edition in the future.
EIGHT WICKETS WIN FOR SHIFA INTERNATIONAL
Islamabad (PR)Shifa International Hospitals Islamabad beat Green United Cricket Rawalpindi by 8 wickets in the Cricket match here at DPS Cricket Ground Rawalpindi.Shifa International Captain won the toss and invited to bat first Green United, Green United bowled out for 163 in the 23rd overs. Saad (46), Mustafa Rehan (27) and Imtanan (27) were the key contributors. Shifa International Syed Mudassar Bukhari bowled well and claimed 5 players out for 12 runs in 4.2 overs, Captain Ibrar Iklaq (2 for 32), Muhammad Ikram (2 for 34) and Malik Muneeb Akram (1 for 16) were the other main wicket-takers. In reply, Shifa International achieved the target in the 21st over for the loss of two wickets. Allrounder Muhammad Ikram 72 not out runs 54 balls with 13 fours and One six, while Haris 21, Imran Shah 20 and Captain Ibrar Ikhlaq 18 not out were their leading run-getters. Muhammad Ikram declared “Man of the Match” for his impressive Performance.
Kirpa Super League: Sher Dhamiyal cricket team lift title
Professor, Dr Aamir Hanif Raja distributes prizes among the players’ hosts Kirpa remain secondISLAMABAD (PR): Sher Dhamiyal cricket team awarded the trophy of the 2nd Kirpa Super League (KSL) that concluded here at a local cricket ground, as the tap-ball tournament final could not be completed owing to rain. Professor, Dr Aamir Hanif Raja graced the closing ceremony as a chief guest and distributed the prizes among the players.Final was played between hosts Kirpa and Sher Dhamiyal on Sunday. Sher Dhamiyal players set a 160 runs target for hosts in 15 overs. A spell of rain halted the proceeding of hosts and match ended without any result. As a good gesture, hosts decided to award the trophy to visiting team Sher Dhamiyal. Raja Adnan, the captain of Sher Dhamiyal received the winning trophy.The tournament was started on May 28, 2024, as the 16 teams from remote areas participated in the Kirpa Super League edition-II.Raja Itsam, Raja Farhan, Raja Adnan, and Raja Zeeshan were the organizer of the event. The management committee of this tournament was included Raja Luqman, Raja Arbab, Raja Moazzam, Raja Fahad, Raja Shahnawaz, Naveed Khokhar, and Raja Tauqeer. Raja Murad was leading the hosts side. The special guests of this tournament were Raja Nasir, Raja Israr, Raja Rais, Raja Adnan, Umair Zahid.
T20: Islamabad Police beat Shalimar Cricket Academy by 7 wickets
Sports Bulletin ReportISLAMABAD: Islamabad Police cricket team thrashed Shalimar Cricket Academy by 7 wickets in a friendly T20 match at Islamabad Police Lines Headquarters cricket ground on Saturday.Shalimar won the toss and elected to bat first. They set a target of 158 runs in 20 overs per innings fixture. Abdul Jabbar scored 63 runs, and Shabir contributed 32 runs. Hamid Ali took 3 wickets while Waheed grabbed 2 wickets for Islamabad Police.In reply, the Islamabad police cricket team achieved the target of 163 runs in 16.5 overs after losing their three batters. Shahid scored 54 runs and Shahzaib 43 runs. Fawad, Faizan & Hammad took one wicket each.Sports officer Islamabad Police Shahid Saddique and President Shalimar Cricket Academy Mohammad Tahir appreciated the performance of both teams especially the player of the match Hamid Ali.
Bilal Majeed Super League Cricket: Abdullah Lions Punjab win title
KARACHI (PR): Abdullah Lions Punjab have won the title of the All Pakistan Bilal Majeed Super League (BSL) Cricket Tournament, as the 4th edition concluded here on Sunday.In the final played at Golden Ground Korangi, Abdullah Lions won the toss and elected to bat first. Abdullah Lions scored one hundred and thirty-seven runs for the loss of three wickets in the allotted six overs. Taimur Mirza played an aggressive innings of sixty-five runs with the help of eight sixes off thirteen balls. Osama Sialkoti scored 30 runs and Khurram Chakwal scored 18 runs. In response, the Wasif Sports Karachi team failed to chase the target and scored ninety runs for five wickets. Captain Taimur Mirza was named Man of the Match. Osama Sialkoti was declared the best batsman and Qadir Kashmiri was declared the best bowler. The winning team, Abdullah Lions, was given eight lakh rupees and a trophy. While the runner-up team Wasif Sports was entitled to four lakh rupees.The winning captain Taimur Mirza said that he was very happy on this victory in BSL season four. Success is the result of hard work. He also thanked Khurram Majeed for organizing the wonderful tournament and Korangi fans for their immense support. Host Khurram Majeed said that he tried to organize the best event in which he succeeded. Next year, the scope of the league will be further expanded
Shifa International Hospital Islamabad beat BHC XI by 75 runs
ISLAMABAD (PR): Shifa International Hospital Islamabad beat BHC XI by 75 runs in the frindly here at Daimond Cricket Ground Islamabad. BHC XI Captain won the toss and invited to bat first Shifa International, Shifa International bowled out for 201 in the 30th overs,Khateeb 44, Captain Qutab Uddin Qureshi 34, Tariq Shahzad 34, Imtiaz Alam 24 and Muhammad Ikram 14 runs were their leading run-getters. BHC XI Wajhat (4 for 23), Muneeb (2 for 35) and Saneer (1 for 30) were the other main wicket-takers. In reply, BHC XI was bowled out for 126 runs in the 29th overs, Asif (38), Kashif (21) and Nouman 13 were their main scorers. Shahzad Kiani bowled well and claimed 4 wickets for 09 runs in 3 overs, while Imtiaz Alam (3 for 15), Tariq Shahzad (2 for 13) and Syed Mudassar Bukhari (1 for 22) bowled well for Shifa International. Shahzad Kiani declared “Man of the Match” for his impressive Performance.
Shifa International beat 5 Pillars Cricket Club by 7 wickets
Sports ReportISLAMABAD: Shifa International Hospitals Islamabad beat 5 Pillars Cricket Club Rawalpindi by 7 wickets in the friendly T-20 Cricket match here at Ghouri Cricket Ground Islamabad.Shifa International Captain won the toss and invited to bat first 5 Pillars, 5 Pillars hit up 125 for loss of nine wickets in the allotted 20 overs. Waseem (20), Sohiab (17) and Abdul Wahdi (16) were the key contributors. Shifa International Syed Mudassar Bukhari (2 for 12), Imtiaz Alam (2 for15) and Tahir Akhtar (2 for 36) were the other main wicket-takers. In reply, Shifa International achieved the target in the 17th over for the loss of three wickets. Tahir Akhtar and Captain Qutab Uddin Qureshi contributed 93 runs in 3rd wicket partnership. Allrounder Tahir Akhtar 44 not out runs 42 balls with 8 Fours, Master Blaster Captain 43 runs 41 balls with 8 fours, while Khateeb 12 not out and Imtiaz Alam 10 were their leading run-getters.
Solidarity Kashmir Cricket Cup: Owais Autos claim trophy
Owais Autos overcome CWC XIs by 20 runs in the final, Asharf gets honourSports Bulletin ReportKARACHI: Owais Autos team defeated CWC XIs by 20 runs in the final of the Solidarity Kashmir Cricket Cup at Moin Khan Academy.Captain of the Owais Autos Talha Ahmed Butt won the first toss and decided to bat first, as the batter managed 164 for 8 runs in 20 overs per innings fixture. A brilliant game was shown by Ashraf Khan, Alam Zeib, and Mohammad Sufyan. CWC XIs could score 144 runs.Chief guest presented trophies to Owais Autos team's best captain and best bowler Talha Ahmed Butt, best batsman Alamzeb and man of the match Ashraf Khan along with winner and runner-up trophies.
Mohammad Zaid Khalji becomes the center of attention in cricket circles
Ghani Ur RehmanPESHAWAR: A rising and talented junior cricketer of Peshawar, Mohammad Zaid Khalji has been touching the heights of cricket by showing his performance by scoring 6 tons and 24 half centuries in the current season.This talented cricketer, who plays in the Student Cricket Academy Gymkhana under the supervision of Coach Fakhar Alam, Mohammad Zaid Khalji has created a big name in a short period of time. Zaid Khalji, who is known for being a run machine, scored 142 runs with the help of 3 sixes and 16 fours against the Tribal Cricket Academy like every match. He surprised everyone by scoring runs.Zaid Khalji expressed his determination that he would make the name of Pakistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa bright in the field of cricket. He said that he was very fond of cricket, if Allah wills, he will surely get success one day.Regarding Zaid Khilji, Coach Fakhr Alam said that Zaid Khilji was completely different from the children who play in the Student Academy and the entire Gymkhana Ground, as his style and skill with which he plays, it seems that this child will be successful in his mission.
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