National T20 Cup: Abbottabad Region Triumphs Over Multan Region

National T20 Cup: Abbottabad Region Triumphs Over Multan Region

Abbottabad Region Claims Victory

“Abbottabad collected two runs from the first two balls before Kamran launched the third delivery for a six, reducing the equation to 11 off three,” a pivotal moment that encapsulated the thrilling conclusion of the match. In a gripping encounter at the Imran Khan Cricket Stadium in Peshawar, Abbottabad Region triumphed over Multan Region by 8 wickets in the National T20 Cup on March 9, 2026.

Kamran Ghulam played a crucial role in this victory, scoring an impressive 95 not out off just 48 balls. His innings included five fours and seven sixes, showcasing his explosive batting ability. “Kamran, who had brought up his fifty off 26 balls, ended with 95 not out off 48 balls clubbing five fours and seven sixes,” highlighting his dominance at the crease.

Multan Region, batting first, set a challenging target by scoring 203 runs for 6 wickets. Moheer Saeed was a standout performer for Multan, contributing 76 runs off 41 balls, while Bismillah Khan added 45 runs off 30 balls. Despite their efforts, Multan’s total was not enough to secure a win.

Shadab Khan’s bowling was instrumental in Abbottabad’s success, as he took 3 wickets for 35 runs in his 4 overs. His ability to break partnerships and apply pressure on the batting side was crucial in restricting Multan’s scoring rate. This blunder cost Multan Region the match as Abbottabad Region won the game by 8 wickets.

In another match on the same day, Karachi Region Blues faced Sialkot Region, successfully defending a total of 201 runs by bowling Sialkot out for 161 runs. Usman Khan was the star for Karachi, scoring 81 runs off 39 balls, while Ahsan Ali contributed with a solid 50 runs off 27 balls.

Khalil Ahmed’s exceptional bowling performance, taking 4 wickets for just 27 runs, played a significant role in Karachi’s victory. The match between Karachi Region Blues and Abbottabad Region is scheduled for March 10, 2026, promising another exciting clash in the National T20 Cup.

The National T20 Cup continues to showcase the best of Pakistani cricket, with thrilling matches and standout performances from players across the regions. As the tournament progresses, fans eagerly await the next round of matches and the potential for more dramatic finishes.