Sindh Wins Championship with Dominant 177-Run Chase in 13.3 Overs
Sindh chased down the target of 177 runs in just 13.3 overs securing the championship title. Balochistan set a competitive total of 176 runs in 19.1 overs.
Naseeb Ullah (B2) led the charge with a well-crafted 42 off 27 balls supported by Muhammad Ayyaz (B1) with 22 runs off 16 balls and Bashir Khan (B1) who scored a quickfire 32 off 16 balls.
Despite their efforts, Balochistan’s innings saw a regular fall of wickets with the team being all out in the 20th over. Sindh’s bowlers delivered a disciplined performance with Irfan (B2) and Muhammad Idrees Saleem (B1) taking 3 wickets each.
Irfan’s economical spell of 4-0-15-3 was particularly impressive significantly containing Balochistan’s scoring rate.
In response, Sindh Blind chased the target with remarkable ease scoring 177 runs for the loss of only 2 wickets in 13.3 overs. M Safdar (B3) was the star of the innings remaining unbeaten on 97 off 48 balls hitting 17 fours at a strike rate of 202.08.
Ayoub Khan (B2) provided excellent support with a rapid 54 off 32 balls including 6 fours and 2 sixes. The partnership between Safdar and Ayoub set a solid foundation and despite losing Ayoub and Muhammad Shoaib (B1) in quick succession Sindh comfortably reached the target. Sanwal Shahzada (B3) remained not out with 9 runs off 6 balls ensuring Sindh’s victory.
Balochistan’s bowlers struggled to contain Sindh’s aggressive batting. Haroon Khan (B2) conceded 55 runs in his 4 overs while Imran Sarwar (B3) and Mohsin Khan (B3) also faced a tough time against Sindh’s batsmen.
Bashir Khan (B1) was the only bowler to take wickets, with figures of 2-0-24-2. Muhammad Safdar was declared Man of the Match.
