In the grand final between Aga Khan University Faculty & Staff and Ghulam Faruque Group, Aga Khan University Faculty & Staff batted first but faced early trouble, losing 4 quick wickets. However, opener Mir Afzal Baig turned the game around with a magnificent unbeaten 128. His innings was a masterclass in resilience and stroke play, featuring 18 boundaries and 3 sixes. Baig’s calm presence and powerful hitting steadied the innings, shifting momentum back to his side. His ability to punish loose deliveries and rotate the strike kept the scoreboard ticking, providing a solid foundation for a competitive total. His brilliant knock ensured his team reached a commanding 202/4. Sami Ladhani supported him well with an unbeaten 22 off 14 balls. Abdul Haseeb was the pick of the bowlers for Ghulam Faruque Group, taking 2 wickets.
Chasing 203, Ghulam Faruque Group lost an early wicket but fought back through opener Asif Ahmed, who scored a quick 50 off 29 balls. Sharaz Anwar contributed 44 off 41, but the required run rate continued to climb. Muhammad Haris tried to keep hopes alive with a fighting unbeaten 53 off 25 balls, but the rest of the batting lineup struggled to build partnerships. Fahad Sheikh’s 3-wicket haul and Rahim Suleman’s 2 crucial wickets helped Aga Khan University Faculty & Staff control the game.
Aga Khan University Faculty & Staff held their nerve to win the final by 13 runs, securing the championship.