Sialkot has secured its spot in the final of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2024-25 after a thrilling draw against Lahore Whites. The much-awaited final match will take place at the UBL Sports Complex in Karachi, starting on January 2, 2025. This final clash will be between Sialkot and Peshawar, two teams that have fought hard to earn their place in the tournament’s decider.
Sialkot’s entry into the final came after a strong team performance in their drawn match against Lahore Whites at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi. Despite the draw, Sialkot’s resilience and individual brilliance ensured they finished on top in their group, making it to the ultimate match of the tournament. Players like Azan Awais and Shahzaib Bhatti played pivotal roles, showcasing their skills and determination throughout the match.
On the final day of their match, Sialkot resumed their innings at a challenging 628 for nine, following their first innings score of 465. Lahore Whites, leading by 174 runs, added 11 more to their overnight total, finishing with 639 in 153.1 overs. Lahore’s opener, Ali Zaryab, was the star of the innings with an impressive 206* not out. His brilliant knock anchored Lahore’s total and gave them a significant lead.
However, Sialkot wasn’t disheartened. They fought back hard in their second innings, reaching 260 for six in 67 overs before both teams agreed to a draw. The highlight of Sialkot’s second innings was 20-year-old Azan Awais, who followed his brilliant 168 in the first innings with another outstanding performance. Awais scored 121 runs from 169 balls, which included 17 boundaries and a six, showing his consistent form and flair with the bat.
Azan Awais’s exceptional performances have been crucial to Sialkot’s campaign in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy. With 807 runs in just seven matches, including four centuries and two fifties, Awais has proven himself as one of the most reliable and talented young batsmen in the competition. His form has been a key factor in Sialkot’s successful journey to the final.
While Sialkot advanced, Lahore Whites struggled in the triangular stage, failing to win a match. Their competition in the group was fierce, and despite showing some resistance, they couldn’t manage to finish on top. This result sees Lahore exit the tournament without a win, while Sialkot and Peshawar progress to the final, where they will battle for the prestigious title.
The Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2024-25 has been an exciting tournament, full of twists and turns, and now the stage is set for an epic final between two competitive teams—Sialkot and Peshawar. Fans are eagerly anticipating the outcome of this high-stakes match, which promises to deliver top-notch cricket. As both teams prepare for the final showdown, all eyes will be on the talented players who have made it this far, with Azan Awais and Peshawar’s stars expected to shine bright on January 2, 2025.
Stay tuned as Sialkot and Peshawar gear up for an unforgettable clash in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy final, which is sure to offer thrilling moments and memorable performances from some of Pakistan’s brightest cricketing talents.
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