In a high-stakes clash at the Bahria Town Champions T20 Cup, the Nurpur Lions displayed resilience and determination, overcoming the Allied Bank Stallions in a thrilling 3-wicket victory. The match saw a spectacular performance by Hasan Nawaz, whose impressive 74 off 54 balls anchored the Lions’ chase. This nail-biting win highlighted the Lions’ competitive edge and kept the audience captivated until the very last over.

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Date	December 17, 2024
Venue	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
Tournament	Bahria Town Champions T20 Cup 2024/25
Result	Nurpur Lions won by 3 wickets
Player of the Match	Hassan Nawaz (Nurpur Lions)

Nurpur Lions won the toss and elected to field first, aiming to restrict Allied Bank Stallions to a manageable total.

Nurpur Lions

• Hasan Nawaz : Awarded Player of the Match for his impressive 74 off 54 balls, guiding the team to victory.
• Musa Khan: Bowled effectively, taking 3 wickets for 32 runs in his 4 overs.

Allied Bank Stallions

• Hussain Talat (Allied Bank Stallions): Top-scored for his team with a resilient 43, stabilizing the innings.

Allied Bank Stallions Innings

Batting first, Allied Bank Stallions posted a total of 168 runs for the loss of all wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Key contributions included:

• Hussain Talat: 43 runs off 29 balls, including 5 fours and 1 six, anchoring the middle order.
• Maaz Sadaqat: 34 runs off 27 balls, with 3 fours and 1 six, providing a solid start.
• Shoaib Malik: 22 runs off 16 balls, featuring 1 four and 1 six, adding valuable runs in the middle overs.

Nurpur Lions’ bowling highlights:

• Musa Khan: 4 overs, 32 runs, 3 wickets, leading the bowling attack.
• Shahid Aziz: 4 overs, 35 runs, 2 wickets, providing crucial breakthroughs.
• Khushdil Shah: 4 overs, 30 runs, 2 wickets, maintaining pressure on the batsmen.

Nurpur Lions Innings

Chasing a target of 169, Nurpur Lions achieved the target in 19 overs, scoring 169 for 7 wickets. Notable performances included:

• Hasan Nawaz: A commanding 74 runs off 54 balls, decorated with 8 fours and 3 sixes, anchoring the chase.
• Rohail Nazir: An unbeaten 26 runs off 12 balls, including 3 fours and 1 six, ensuring the team’s victory.
• Shahid Aziz: 13 runs off 6 balls, contributing to the lower-order surge.

Allied Bank Stallions’ bowling was led by:

• Shoaib Malik: 2 overs, 14 runs, 2 wickets, showcasing his all-round capabilities.
• Maaz Sadaqat: 2 overs, 19 runs, 2 wickets, providing vital breakthroughs.
• Usman Tariq: 3 overs, 28 runs, 1 wicket, maintaining discipline in the bowling attack.

• Chase Mastery: Hasan Nawaz’s anchoring innings was pivotal in successfully chasing down the target.
• Lower-Order Contributions: Crucial runs from Rohail Nazir and Shahid Aziz ensured the Lions crossed the finish line.
• Bowling Excellence: Nurpur Lions’ bowlers maintained pressure, with regular wickets preventing the Stallions from posting a more formidable total.

In a closely contested match, Nurpur Lions emerged victorious over Allied Bank Stallions by 3 wickets. Hasan Nawaz’s stellar innings anchored the chase, while the bowlers’ disciplined performance restricted the Stallions to a chaseable total. This win bolsters the Lions’ position in the Bahria Town Champions T20 Cup 2024/25, reflecting their determination and competitive edge. citeturn0fetch0