Day 1 of Bank Al Habib presents KheloKhavateen, co-sponsored by Captain, Dalda, Hobnob, Primary, Sana Safinaz, Candy Land, Atlas Asset Management, and FM 91, witnessed a thrilling display of cricketing action.
Match#1 Athletic Club vs BSL Pink
In the first match between Athletic Club and BSL Pink, Athletic Club’s openers, Yusra Amir and Rameen Shamim, set the stage on fire with explosive batting performances. Yusra Amir’s sensational knock of 56 off just 14 balls, accompanied by Rameen Shamim’s blistering 41 off 18 deliveries, powered Athletic Club to an imposing total of 102/0 in their allotted 5 overs. In response, BSL Pink’s batting lineup struggled against the formidable bowling attack of Athletic Club. Despite a valiant effort from opener Esha, who scored 27 runs off 15 balls, BSL Pink faltered and were bowled out for a mere total, with Rameen Shamim, Ariba Hanif, and Masooma Jafri making significant contributions with the ball. Athletic Club emerged victorious by a convincing margin of 49 runs.
Match#2 Khelo Strikers vs Sindh Promoter Geeen
In the second match, Khelo Strikers faced off against Sindh Promoter Geeen. Khelo Strikers, batting first, posted a modest total of 40/2 in their 5 overs, with opener Noorish Khan top-scoring with 22 runs off 20 balls. In their chase, Sindh Promoter Geeen put up a clinical display, led by opener Samra’s 20 off 17 balls, to comfortably chase down the target in just 3.2 overs, securing a comprehensive 9-wicket victory.
Match#3 BSL Pink vs MW Tigers
The third match of the day saw a clash between BSL Pink and MW Tigers. BSL Pink, batting first, struggled to build partnerships, with opener Zainab being the lone standout performer, scoring 29 runs off 11 deliveries. MW Tigers’ bowlers Taskeen Fatima and Maryam Ahmed picked up crucial wickets as BSL Pink posted a total of 57/5. In response, MW Tigers’ openers Dua Zehra and Shamim provided a solid start, with Dua Zehra scoring 26 runs off 19 balls. However, MW Tigers fell short of the target, with the match ending in a thrilling tie.
Match #4 Sindh Promoter Green vs BSL Green
In the fourth match, Sindh Promoter Green took on BSL Green. Sindh Promoter Green struggled to put up a competitive total, with Samra top-scoring with 8 runs off 7 deliveries. However, an extraordinary number of 36 extras by the bowlers boosted their total to 52/2 in 5 overs. In response, BSL Green’s opener Laiba Kareem played a sensational innings, remaining unbeaten with 49 runs off just 13 balls, guiding her team to victory by 8 wickets.
Match#5 Athletic Club vs MW Tigers
The fifth match saw Athletic Club facing off against MW Tigers. Athletic Club’s openers, Hafsa Khalid and Yusra Amir, put up an impressive partnership, with Hafsa Khalid scoring an unbeaten 42 off 17 balls and Yusra Amir contributing an unbeaten 22 off just 7 deliveries. Athletic Club posted a formidable total of 80/1 in their 5 overs. In their chase, MW Tigers faltered against Athletic Club’s bowling attack, with opener Neha Khatam being the only notable contributor with 14 runs off 13 balls. Athletic Club secured a comfortable victory by 41 runs.
Match #6 BSL Green vs Khelo Strikers.
In the final match, BSL Green took on Khelo Strikers. BSL Green’s opener, Laiba Kareem, once again showcased her batting prowess, scoring an unbeaten 33 off 17 balls. Khelo Strikers struggled in their chase, with opener Zaina being the lone standout performer with 14 runs off 13 balls. BSL Green emerged victorious by 33 runs.
Day 1 showcased exciting cricketing action, setting the stage for an exhilarating tournament ahead.
