Nurpur Lions VS Lake City Panthers in Bahria Town Champions T20 Cup delivered a dominating performance in the Bahria Town Champions T20 Cup, defeating Lake City Panthers by 8 wickets in a thrilling encounter. Powered by Shahid Aziz’s explosive batting and Imam-ul-Haq’s steady anchor role, the Lions chased down their target with ease, showcasing their prowess in the tournament.

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Date	December 11, 2024
Venue	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
Tournament	Bahria Town Champions T20 Cup 2024/25
Result	Nurpur Lions won by 8 wickets
Player of the Match	Shahid Aziz (Nurpur Lions)

Nurpur Lions won the toss and elected to field first, aiming to capitalize on favorable bowling conditions.

Nurpur Lions

• Shahid Aziz (Nurpur Lions): Awarded Player of the Match for his exceptional bowling, claiming 4 wickets for 20 runs.
• Imam-ul-Haq (Nurpur Lions): Led the chase with a steady 45-run innings.

Lake City Panthers

Danish Aziz (Lake City Panthers): Top-scored for his team with 34 runs.

Nurpur Lions

Chasing 124, Nurpur Lions achieved the target comfortably in 14.3 overs, scoring 126 for 2 wickets. Notable performances included:

• Imam-ul-Haq (Captain): 45 runs off 38 balls
• Hasan Nawaz: 44 runs off 31 balls
• Shahzaib Khan: 28* runs off 17 balls

The batting lineup displayed composure, with Imam-ul-Haq and Hasan Nawaz establishing a solid foundation, followed by Shahzaib Khan’s swift finish.

Nurpur Lions’ bowling was spearheaded by Shahid Aziz, who delivered an impressive spell:

• Shahid Aziz: 3.2 overs, 20 runs, 4 wickets
• Khushdil Shah: 4 overs, 26 runs, 2 wickets
• Musa Khan: 4 overs, 32 runs, 2 wickets

Lake City Panthers

Batting first, Lake City Panthers struggled to build momentum, managing a total of 123 runs in 19.2 overs. Key contributions included:

• Danish Aziz: 34 runs off 27 balls
• Umar Siddiq: 26 runs off 28 balls
• Haider Ali: 26 runs off 20 balls

• Fielding Excellence: Nurpur Lions’ fielders supported their bowlers with sharp catches and a crucial run-out.
• Bowling Discipline: The Lions maintained tight lines, conceding minimal extras and applying consistent pressure.
• Panthers’ Struggles: Lake City Panthers’ middle-order faltered, leading to a subpar total.

Nurpur Lions showcased a dominant performance, excelling in both bowling and batting departments. Shahid Aziz’s remarkable bowling and the top-order’s solid contributions were pivotal in their comprehensive victory over Lake City Panthers. This win strengthens their position in the Bahria Town Champions T20 Cup 2024/25, reflecting their championship aspirations.