Sindh Blind Cricket Team emerged victorious in the final match of the Pakistan Blind Cricket Super League 2024, defeating Balochistan Blind by 8 wickets. Sindh chase down the target of 177 runs in just 13.3 overs, securing the championship title.
Balochistan set a competitive total of 176 runs in 19.1 overs. Naseeb Ullah (B2) led the charge with a well-crafted 42 off 27 balls, supported by Muhammad Ayyaz (B1) with 22 runs off 16 balls and Bashir Khan (B1), who scored a quickfire 32 off 16 balls. Despite their efforts, Balochistan’s innings saw regular fall of wickets, with the team being all out in the 20th over.
Sindh’s bowlers delivered a disciplined performance, with Irfan (B2) and Muhammad Idrees Saleem (B1) taking 3 wickets each. Irfan’s economical spell of 4-0-15-3 was particularly impressive, significantly containing Balochistan’s scoring rate.
In response, Sindh Blind chased the target with remarkable ease, scoring 177 runs for the loss of only 2 wickets in 13.3 overs. M Safdar (B3) was the star of the innings, remaining unbeaten on 97 off 48 balls, hitting 17 fours at a strike rate of 202.08. Ayoub Khan (B2) provided excellent support with a rapid 54 off 32 balls, including 6 fours and 2 sixes.
The partnership between Safdar and Ayoub set a solid foundation, and despite losing Ayoub and Muhammad Shoaib (B1) in quick succession, Sindh comfortably reached the target. Sanwal Shahzada (B3) remained not out with 9 runs off 6 balls, ensuring Sindh’s victory. Balochistan’s bowlers struggled to contain Sindh’s aggressive batting. Haroon Khan (B2) conceded 55 runs in his 4 overs, while Imran Sarwar (B3) and Mohsin Khan (B3) also faced a tough time against Sindh’s batsmen. Bashir Khan (B1) was the only bowler to take wickets, with figures of 2-0-24-2.
Result: Sindh won by 8 wickets Man of the Match: Muhammad Safdar
Man of the Tournament
- Muhammad Salman (B1 Category)
- Badar Munir (B2 Category)
- Akmal Hayyat (B3 Category)
- Nisar Ali (Best Wicket Keeper)
Pakistan-7th Blind Cricket T20 Super League 2024-Final: Balochistan & Sindh Qualify
The 7th edition PBCC Blind Cricket T-20 Super League 2024 continued for the sixth day. With todays win, Sindh and Balochistan will play the final tomorrow dated 13th June 2024 at the same ground.
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Match No. 11 – Balochistan Vs Punjab
In a roller-coaster match that kept the spectators on the edge of their seats, Balochistan Blind Cricket Team secured a nail-biting victory against Punjab Blind, chasing down a formidable target of 240 runs with just one ball to spare.
Punjab Blind set a daunting target, scoring 239 for 2 in their 20 overs. Anees Javed (B2) and Akmal Hayat Nasir (B3) delivered remarkable performances with the bat. Anees Javed smashed an impressive 103 runs off 61 balls, including 17 boundaries, while Akmal remained unbeaten on 98 off 65 balls, hitting 13 fours. Their exceptional batting ensured Punjab posted a challenging total.
Balochistan’s chase began with early setbacks, losing wickets at regular intervals. However, Haroon Khan (B2) anchored the innings with a sensational unbeaten 106 off 57 balls, including 15 fours. The final overs saw Mohsin Khan (B3) contribute crucial 33 runs off 19 balls, providing the necessary support to Haroon.
With 39 runs required off the last two overs, the match reached to a tense finish. Haroon and Mohsin displayed nerves of steel, capitalizing on every scoring opportunity. Balochistan successfully chased down the target, scoring 240 for 6 in 19.5 overs, clinching victory in a heart-stopping finish. For Punjab Blind, Israr Ul Hassan (B2) and Sajid Nawaz (B1) managed to claim a wicket each, but their efforts couldn’t prevent Balochistan’s determined pursuit.
Result: Balochistan won by 4 wickets Man of the Match: Haroon Khan
Match No. 12 – KP Vs Sindh
KP won the toss and decided to bat first. KP posted a formidable total of 253 for 6 in their 20 overs. KP innings was headlined by an explosive knock from Badar Munir (B2), who scored a stunning 99 runs off just 39 balls, including 16 boundaries and 2 sixes, maintaining a strike rate of 253.85. His powerful hitting provided KP with a strong foundation. Despite losing Zeeshan (B3) early for 11 runs, contributions from other batsmen such as Muhammad Rashid (B3) with 20 runs off 12 balls and Talha Iqbal (B3) who remained unbeaten with a rapid 41 off 21 balls, further bolstered the total. Extras also played a significant role, with Sindh’s bowlers conceding 44 runs through wides, no-balls, byes, and leg-byes. KP’s aggressive batting and smart running between the wickets ensured they reached an imposing total of 253 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. M Idrees Saleem (B1) was the most economical, with figures of 4-0-38-1, while Salman (B1) and Kashif Siddique (B1) also managed to pick up a wicket each.
In reply, Sindh’s chase was off to a solid start, with Safdar (B3) scoring a quickfire 40 off 22 balls. Ayoub Khan (B2) added 29 runs off 17 balls, and despite early wickets, Sindh maintained a brisk run rate. The standout performer was Nisar Ali (B2), who anchored the innings with a sensational unbeaten 82 off 40 balls, hitting 14 boundaries at a strike rate of 205.00. Sanwal Shahzada (B3) also played a crucial role, contributing 49 runs off 26 balls with seven fours and one six. Sindh reached the target in 17.2 overs for the loss of 4 wickets. Ahtisham Ul Haq (B2) was the most successful bowler, claiming 2 wickets for 40 runs in his 3 overs. Badar Munir (B2) and Talha Iqbal (B3) took one wicket each.
Result: Sindh won by 6 wickets Man of the Match: Nisar Ali
Pakistan-7th Blind Cricket T20 Super League 2024: Day 5 Overview
Abbottabad | The Day 5 Allsportspk overview of the 7th edition of the PBCC Blind Cricket T-20 Super League 2024 is appended below.
Match No. 9 – Balochistan Vs Sindh
In the morning Balochistan won the toss and put Sindh into bat. Sindh set a formidable target, scoring 221 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. The standout performance came from Sanwal Shahzada (B3), who played a spectacular unbeaten innings of 83 runs off just 46 balls, hitting 6 fours and 3 sixes. Muhammad Ijaz (B3) also contributed significantly with a quickfire 25 runs off 19 balls. Balochistan’s bowling attack faced a tough challenge, with Kamran Akhtar (B3) being the pick of the bowlers, taking 3 wickets for 40 runs in his 4 overs. Despite their efforts, Sindh batsmen maintained a steady run rate, bolstered by 39 extras from Balochistan’s bowlers.
In response, Balochistan Blind managed to score only 157 runs for 9 wickets in their 20 overs. Haroon Khan (B2) was the top scorer for Balochistan, contributing 36 runs off 24 balls. Mohsin Khan and Muhammad Ayyaz make 25* and 22 runs respectively. However, the disciplined bowling from Sindh, particularly from Muhammad Salman (B1), who took 4 wickets for 31 runs, and Idrees Saleem’s 2 wickets, restricted Balochistan from reaching the target.
Result: Sindh won by 64 runs Man of the Match: Muhammad Salman
Match No. 10 – KP Vs Punjab
In a high-voltage first innings, KPK Blind set a formidable target of 281 runs for the loss of just 2 wickets in their allotted 20 overs against Punjab. KPK batting was spearheaded by Badar Munir (B2), who remained not out with a phenomenal 154 runs off just 63 balls, including 24 fours and 4 sixes, maintaining a strike rate of 244.44. He was well-supported by Muhammad Rashid (B3), who scored 78 not out off 40 balls, hitting 14 fours. Punjab Blind’s bowlers faced a tough challenge against the formidable batting line-up of KPK. Babar Ali (B2) was only bowler, managed to take 1 wicket.
In reply, Punjab put up a strong fight but fell short by 51 runs. Mati Ullah (B3) was the standout performer, smashing 62 runs off 27 balls, including 11 fours and 1 six. Akmal Hayat Nasir (B3) made 51 runs off 42 balls with 7 fours and 1 six.
Punjab Blind’s batting lineup faced early setbacks, losing two quick wickets. Zafar Iqbal (B1) was dismissed for 2 runs, and Moeen Aslam (B2) was bowled out on the very first ball by Badar Munir (B2). Mati Ullah’s explosive innings brought some hope, but consistent wickets prevented Punjab Blind from maintaining the required run rate. Israr Ul Hassan (B2) contributed 15 runs off 6 balls, and Abdul Wahab (B1) added 10 runs off 8 balls. SanaUllah (B3) remained not out with 45 runs off 32 balls, while Anees Javed (B2) was unbeaten with 6 runs off 8 balls.
KP bowlers showcased a disciplined performance. Badar Munir (B2) and Muhammad Asif (B1) both took 2 wickets each, conceding 32 runs in their 4 overs each. Talha Iqbal (B3) and Fakhar Abbas (B1) took 1 wicket a piece.
\Result: KP won by 51 runs Man of the Match: Badar Munir
Pakistan-7th Blind Cricket T20 Super League 2024: Day 4 | Balochistan & Punjab Win
Abbottabad | The 7th edition of the PBCC Blind Cricket T-20 Super League 2024, Day 4 Allsportspk overview is appended below.
Match No. 7 – Balochistan Vs KP
In an exhilarating T20 match, the Balochistan Blind cricket team triumphed over KP in a nail biting finish, chasing down a formidable target of 213 runs with just one ball to spare.
The match commenced with KPK Blind setting a challenging target, scoring 212 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. The standout performances came from Badar Munir (B2) and Muhammad Rashid (B3). Badar dazzled with a rapid 58 off 30 balls, including nine boundaries and one six. Rashid anchored the innings with a well-crafted 95 not out off 60 balls, hitting 14 fours. Bashir Khan (B1) and Mohsin Khan (B3) from the Balochistan side put up impressive bowling performances, taking two wickets each.
In response, Balochistan managed to chase the target in a sensational way, scoring 216 for the loss of 9 wickets in 19.5 overs. Niamatullah (B3) led the charge with a solid 61 off 46 balls, supported by timely contributions from Imran Sarwar (B3), who remained not out on 33 off 18 balls, and Naseeb Ullah (B2), who scored a quickfire 21 off 12 balls. The chase saw dramatic turns with crucial wickets falling at regular intervals. Talha Iqbal (B3) from KPK delivered with the ball, taking two crucial wickets, including that of the key player Niamatullah.
Result: Balochistan won by 1 wicket Man of the Match: Niamatullah
Match No. 8 – Sindh Vs Punjab
In a high-octane first innings, the Punjab Blind cricket team delivered an impressive batting performance, scoring a commanding 252 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in their allotted 20 overs against Sindh.
The Punjab Blind team exhibited an outstanding batting effort, with key contributions from Moeen Aslam (B2), Akmal Hayat Nasir (B3), and Mati Ullah (B3). Moeen Aslam was in exceptional form, scoring a blistering 51 off just 22 balls, hitting ten boundaries with a remarkable strike rate of 231.82. Akmal Hayat Nasir followed suit with a robust 68 off 44 balls, including ten fours and one six. Mati Ullah added crucial runs with a rapid 32 off 16 balls, while Israr Ul Hassan (B2) provided a solid finish, remaining not out with 24 runs off 13 balls. SanaUllah (B3) also contributed significantly towards the end, scoring an unbeaten 21 off just 8 balls, boasting a strike rate of 262.50. Idrees Saleem (B1) took 2 wickets, while Muhammad Salman and Safdar claimed a wicket a piece.
In reply, Sindh managed to scored 215 runs in 20 overs for the loss of 6 wickets. Sindh chase was led by a valiant effort from Muhammad Safdar (B3), who scored a brilliant 58 off 36 balls, including nine boundaries and one six. Ayoub Khan (B2) provided solid support with 46 runs off 34 balls. Despite their efforts, the Punjab Blind bowlers managed to keep crucial breakthroughs at key moments. Nisar Ali (B2) played a remarkable innings, remaining unbeaten with 49 runs off just 26 balls, hitting six fours and one six. However, Sindh middle order struggled to build on the momentum, facing tight bowling from Punjab Blind. Matiullah, Kazimullah and Sajid Nawaz took 2 wickets each.
Result: Punjab won by 37 runs Man of the Match: Matiullah
Pakistan-7th Blind Cricket T20 Super League 2024: Day 3 | Sindh and Balochistan Victorious
Abbottabad | On Day 3 of the 7th edition of the PBCC Blind Cricket T-20 Super League 2024, two matches were played.
Match No. 5 – Sindh Vs KP
KP batted first and posted a challenging total of 249/9 in their allotted 20 overs. The innings was anchored by Muhammad Rashid, who played an explosive knock of 87 runs off 46 balls, including 13 fours and 1 six, with a strike rate of 189.13. Contributions from Ahtisham Ul Haq (33 off 23 balls) and Badar Munir (25 off 15 balls) further bolstered the KPK total. Despite a strong start, KP Blind’s middle order faltered against a disciplined Sindh bowling attack, resulting in frequent wickets during the latter part of their innings. For Sindh, Muhammad Irfan and Muhammad Noman claimed two wickets each while Muhammad Idrees took 1.
In reply, Sindh Blind chased down the formidable target of 250, finishing at 251/4 in 19.2 overs to secure a remarkable 6-wickets victory. Sindh’s chase was spearheaded by a magnificent century from Ayoub Khan, who remained unbeaten on 103 off 62 balls, featuring 13 fours at a strike rate of 166.13. His masterclass innings, combined with strong support from Muhammad Safdar (41 off 26 balls) and Idrees Saleem (26 off 14 balls), guided Sindh to a successful run chase. Fakhar Abbas and Muhammad Sohail claimed a wicket a piece.
Result: Sindh won by 6 wickets Man of the Match: Ayoub Khan
Match No. 6 – Balochistan Vs Punjab
Punjab Blind batted first and posted an impressive total of 211/8 in their allotted 20 overs. Moeen Aslam led the charge with a quick-fire 40 off 21 balls, including six boundaries, at a strike rate of 190.48. He was well-supported by Akmal Hayat Nasir, who contributed a crucial 37 off 21 balls. Other notable contributions came from Anees Javed, who retired out after scoring 32 off 28 balls, and Mati Ullah, who added 28 off 21 balls.
Balochistan bowlers, despite initial onslaught, managed to put up a commendable effort. Muhammad Shahzeb was the standout performer, taking three key wickets for 33 runs in his 4 overs. Kamran Akhtar and Shahzaib Haider also chipped in with one wicket each, conceding 36 and 45 runs respectively in their 4-over spells.
In reply, Balochistan started their innings with a determined approach, chasing down the target in just 16.2 overs with a score of 213/3. Kamran Akhtar was the star of the innings, playing a scintillating knock of 100 not out off 51 balls. His innings was laced with 15 fours and one six, maintaining a strike rate of 196.08. Kamran’s explosive performance set the tone for Balochistan’s successful chase.
Naseeb Ullah provided excellent support with a powerful innings of 82 off 47 balls, hitting 13 fours. The opening partnership between Kamran and Naseeb was crucial, adding 196 runs for the first wicket, laying a solid foundation for the chase.
Punjab bowlers struggled to contain the aggressive batting of Balochistan Blind. Israr Ul Hassan was the most economical bowler, taking 1 wicket for 32 runs in his 4 overs. Mati Ullah managed to pick up 2 wickets but conceded 27 runs in his 2 overs. The rest of the Punjab bowlers were unable to make significant inroads, allowing Balochistan Blind to chase down the target comfortably.
Result: Balochistan won by 7 wickets Man of the Match: Kamran Akhtar
Pakistan-7th Blind Cricket T20 Super League 2024: Day 2 | KP & Sindh Teams Win
Abbottabad | The 7th edition of the PBCC Blind Cricket T-20 Super League 2024 continued at the APS School Cricket Ground in Abbottabad. Allsportspk overview of the matches are appended below.
Match No. 3 – Punjab Vs KP
Punjab won the toss and decided to bowl first. KP set a formidable target of 238/6 in their allotted 20 overs, thanks to an explosive innings from Badar Munir. Badar scored an unbeaten 112 runs off 52 balls, hitting 20 fours and 1 six, with a staggering strike rate of 215.38. Other notable contributions came from Muhammad Rashid, who scored a quick 34 off 19 balls, and Ahtisham Ul Haq with 27 runs off 29 balls.
Punjab’s bowling attack struggled to contain the onslaught. Despite their efforts, they conceded numerous extras, including 33 wides. Israr Ul Hassan and Anees Javed were the only bowlers to take wickets, with Israr claiming 1 for 33 and Anees 1 for 17.
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Punjab while chasing a daunting target, managed to score 210/2 in their 20 overs. Akmal Hayat Nasir led the charge with a scintillating 114 runs off 76 balls, hitting 13 fours. Mati Ullah also played a commendable unbeaten knock of 40 runs off 24 balls. Despite their valiant efforts, the target proved to be just out of reach.
KP’s bowlers, led by Badar Munir, managed to keep the opposition in check. Badar bowled economically, giving away only 25 runs in his 4 overs. Muhammad Asif was the lone wicket-taker, with figures of 1 for 38.
Result: KP won by 28 runs Man of the Match: Badar Munir
Match No. 4 – Balochistan Vs KP
Sindh Blind won the toss and opted to field first. Balochistan’s openers, Kamran Akhtar and Haroon Khan, capitalized on the fielding restrictions in the initial 6 overs, amassing 83 runs without losing a wicket. Kamran Akhtar scored a solid 53 off 26 balls, hitting 8 fours and 2 sixes with a strike rate of 203.85. Haroon Khan was the standout performer, smashing 62 runs off 34 balls, including 10 fours at a strike rate of 182.35.
In the middle order, Muhammad Ayyaz contributed 24 runs off 20 balls, while Naseeb Ullah added an unbeaten 25 runs off 15 balls. Sindh’s bowlers, made a strong comeback in the death overs and checked the runs flow. Salman was the only bowler to make significant inroads, claiming 2 wickets for 43 runs in his 4 overs.
Sindh in reply chased the formidable target in just 17.5 overs, finishing at 224/4 and won by 6 wickets. Sindh’s innings was headlined by a stunning century from skipper Nisar Ali, who scored a blazing 100 off 54 balls, hitting 18 fours with a strike rate of 185.19. His commanding performance laid a solid foundation for the chase. Contributions from Ayoub Khan, who remained unbeaten on 29 off 16 balls, and Idrees Saleem, who added 22 runs off 15 balls, further bolstered Sindh’s innings. Bashir Khan, Haroon Khan, Kamran Akhtar and Muhammad Shahzeb took a wicket a piece.
Result: Sindh won by 6 wickets Man of the Match: Nisar Ali
Pakistan-7th Blind T-20 Super League 2024: Day 1 | Sindh & Balochistan Teams Victorious
Abbottabad | The 7th edition of the PBCC Blind Cricket T-20 Super League 2024 kicked off today at the APS School Cricket Ground in Abbottabad. The tournament features four provincial teams – Sindh, Punjab, KPK, and Balochistan showcasing the top blind cricket players from across Pakistan.
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Match No. 1 – Punjab vs Sindh
The opening match of the tournament was contested between Punjab and Sindh at the APS School Cricket Ground. Sindh won the toss and elected to bowl first. The Punjab team was bowled out for 158 runs in 17.5 overs. Both Babar Ali and Akmal Hayat were the top scorers, each making 23 runs. Muhammad Salman and Idrees Saleem each took 2 wickets for Sindh, while Muhammad Irfan, Muhammad Safdar, Naeem Ullah, and Muhammad Ejaz claimed 1 wicket each.
In reply, Sindh chased down the target in a nail-biting finish, reaching 159 runs in 19.5 overs for the loss of 6 wickets. Sanwal Shahzada played a crucial innings, scoring 35 runs off 23 balls. Ayoub Khan rescued Sindh with an unbeaten 29 runs off 18 balls, delivering superb strokeplay to secure the 4-wicket victory. Sindh required 13 runs in the last over, which Ayoub successfully achieved. Muhammad Safdar added 31 runs off 28 balls. For Punjab, Mati Ullah took 2 wickets and Sajid Nawaz claimed 1 wicket.
Result: Sindh won by 4 Wickets Man of the Match: Muhammad Safdar
Match No. 2 – KP and Balochistan
Following the exciting first match, the second clash featured KPK and Balochistan in a highly competitive encounter. KPK won the toss and opted to field first, putting Balochistan in to bat. Balochistan set a formidable total, amassing 247 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Haroon Khan dazzled with the bat, scoring a brilliant 75 runs off 44 balls. Shahzaib Haider provided strong support, remaining unbeaten with 50 runs off 31 balls. For KPK, Muhammad Asif managed to claim a wicket.
In their reply, KPK put up a valiant effort but fell short, scoring 221 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in their 20 overs. Badar Munir was the standout performer for KPK, scoring 46 runs off 26 balls, while Muhammad Rashid contributed a swift 43 runs off 20 balls. Balochistan’s Shahzaib Haider showcased his all-round skills by taking 3 crucial wickets. Muhammad Shahzeb and Muhammad Ayyaz also chipped in with a wicket each.
Result: Balochistan won by 26 runs Man of the Match: Shahzaib Haider
