Champions One-Day Cup: Markhors Defeat Panthers by 160 Runs

 


Markhors outmatched Panthers as the latter was unsuccessful in chasing a huge 348-run target, experiencing a 160-run rout in the initial match of the Champions One-Day Cup at Iqbal Arena in Faisalabad.

The champs set an impressive target of 347/6 in their most memorable innings, leaving the Panthers with a troublesome undertaking ahead.

Markhors Set a Massive Target of 348 Runs

The Markhors' innings were worked around a splendid knock from Kamran Ghulam, who drove from the front with his seventh List-A century. In the wake of being approached to bat first by Panthers' captain Shadab Khan, the Markhors capitalized on the chance and posted an impressive target on the board.

Opening batsman Fakhar Zaman (18) was quick to fall from early in the innings, however, his accomplice Abdul Samad (34) held the post briefly before losing his wicket.

It was Kamran Ghulam who settled the innings in the wake of coming in at number three. His very much-paced 102-ball thump of 115 included 12 limits and three transcending sixes, guaranteeing the Markhors remained in an ordering position.

Ghulam and Rizwan’s Partnership

Kamran Ghulam was very much upheld by Markhors' skipper Mohammad Rizwan, who played a made innings out of 45 off 57 balls. Their 133-run represent the third wicket gave the team the establishment they expected to post a competitive total. Rizwan's thump, which highlighted three sixes, confirmed the team didn't lose energy after the initial fall of wickets.

When Rizwan was out by Mohammad Hasnain, Salman Ali Agha went back and forth rapidly, scoring only 10 runs before dropping to a return catch from Mubasir Khan.




Iftikhar Ahmed and Abdul Samad’s Quickfire Finish

Iftikhar Ahmed, coming in later in the innings, assumed a forceful part, adding 57 runs from only 44 balls. His dangerous hitting toward the end joined with Abdul Samad's lively appearance of 62, helped the Markhors to a noteworthy 347/6. Their 87-run organization fell off only 39 balls, giving the team major areas of strength in the last overs.

For the Panthers, Muhammad Hasnain and Mubasir Khan were the pick of the bowlers, asserting two wickets each, while Amad Butt and Mohammad Zeeshan contributed with one wicket each.

Panthers' Batting Order Collapses

Chasing a frightening target of 348, the Panthers confronted quick pressure from the Markhors' bowlers, with Naseem Shah conveying a superb opening spell. In the third finish, he excused opener Abdul Wahid Bangalzai for a simple four runs, establishing the vibe until the end of the innings.

Saim Ayub, the other opener, succeeded in scoring 20 runs, yet his opposition was fleeting as the Panthers' batting line-up began to unwind. Azan Awais was pursued out scoring just a solitary run, adding further hopelessness to the team

Naseem Shah's Dominance

Naseem Shah proceeded with his blazing speed, taking the significant wickets of Usman Khan (8) and Haider Ali (2), leaving the Panthers reeling at 41/5 by the 10th over. His steady bowling demonstrated a lot for the Panthers ' batsmen, who battled to build any significant partnerships.

Indeed, even captain Shadab Khan couldn't give any strength to his side. He too fell inexpensively, scoring only four runs before being excused by Akif Javed.

Mubasir Khan and Amad Butt Show Some Battle

Regardless of the top-order flop, Mubasir Khan and Amad Butt set up a 59-run partnership, attempting to rescue some pride for their group. Mubasir played a helpful thump of 33 runs yet was ultimately gotten behind by Mohammad Rizwan off Akif Javed's bowling.

Amad Butt, in any case, kept on contending energetically. His forceful innings of 72 runs from 84 balls, which included nine fours and three sixes, was the main huge commitment in a generally disheartening batting performance. Butt's assurance kept the Panthers' expectations alive quickly, yet he needed help from the opposite end.

Tail-End Contributions Fall Short

Usama Mir momentarily supported Amad Butt, yet his innings finished rashly, scoring 20 off 21 balls before tumbling to Shahnawaz Dahani. After Amad Butt's excusal by Zahid Mehmood in the 34th over, the Panthers' batting went to pieces altogether. They were all out for 187 runs, giving the Markhors an agreeable 160-run success.

Conclusion

The match was a one-sided issue, with the Markhors overwhelming both with the bat and the ball. Kamran Ghulam's marvelous hundred runs and Naseem Shah's deadly speed bowling were the champion exhibitions. The Panthers, then again, should refocus rapidly and address their batting frailties if they desire to compete in the impending matches of the competition.

The Markhors, floated by this extensive success, will be hoping to keep up with their achievement impetus as the Heroes One-Day Cup improvements.

Playing XIs

The team members of Panthers: Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Faizan, Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Rizwan (c), Salman Ali Agha, Iftikhar Ahmed, Abdul Samad, Zahid Mahmood, Naseem Shah, Shahnawaz Dahani, Akif Javed. These are playing eleven in the Panthers team

The team member of Markhor is Saim Ayub, Usman Khan, Abdul Wahid Bangalzai, Azan Awais, Haider Ali, Shadab Khan (c), Mubasir Khan, Amad Butt, Mohammad Hasnain, Usama Mir, Mohammad Zeeshan. These are playing eleven in the Markhor team.


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