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 key moment in the match that highlighted the thrilling conclusion of the game. Abbottabad Region defeated Multan Region by 8 wickets in the National T20 Cup held at Imran Khan Cricket Stadium in Peshawar on March 9, 2026.
Kamran Ghulam was the standout performer for Abbottabad, scoring an impressive 95 not out off just 48 balls. His innings included five fours and seven sixes, showcasing his ability to dominate the bowling attack. “Kamran, who had brought up his fifty off 26 balls, ended with 95 not out off 48 balls clubbing five fours and seven sixes,” noted observers of the match.
Multan Region had set a challenging target, scoring 203 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in their innings. Moheer Saeed was a significant contributor to this total, scoring 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 performance was crucial for Abbottabad, as he took 3 wickets for 35 runs in his 4 overs, helping to restrict Multan’s scoring opportunities. The match turned in Abbottabad’s favor as they chased down the target with relative ease, bolstered by Khushdil Shah’s quickfire 30 runs off 17 balls, which included a six on the last ball to seal the victory.
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 instrumental for Karachi, scoring 81 runs off 39 balls, while Ahsan Ali contributed with a solid 50 runs off 27 balls. Khalil Ahmed’s bowling was also noteworthy, as he took 4 wickets for just 27 runs.
The National T20 Cup continues to showcase the best of Pakistan’s cricketing talent, with Abbottabad Region now looking forward to their next match against Karachi Region Blues scheduled for March 10, 2026. This upcoming clash promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams aim to build on their recent performances.
As the tournament progresses, teams will be keen to maintain their momentum and capitalize on their strengths. Abbottabad’s victory over Multan is a testament to their capabilities, and they will be eager to continue their winning streak in the matches to come. Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential changes to the lineup or strategies as teams prepare for the next round of the National T20 Cup.
