IBA Employees took the crease first, and despite losing three early wickets, they managed to put up a competitive total on the board. Opener Ahmed Imam was the standout performer, scoring a composed 53 off 37 deliveries. Moiz Khan contributed significantly with an unbeaten 57 off 39, while Syed Ali Ahmed Naqvi played a crucial role in the later stages with an unbeaten 20 off 18. Unfortunately, the rest of the batting lineup couldn’t quite find their rhythm. Ali Raza was the pick of the bowlers for Askari Life Assurance, claiming an impressive 4 wickets. IBA Employees posted a total of 163/7, setting a challenging target.
In response, Askari Life Assurance had their moments, with Mirza Burhan Baig scoring 37 off 24 and Talha Arshad adding 23 runs off 13 balls. However, the IBA Employees’ bowling attack came charging in, and the rest of the batting lineup faltered under pressure. Jameel and Zeeshan Nasir were the chief destroyers, each picking up 3 wickets, while Syed Waqas contributed with 2 crucial wickets. Askari Life Assurance was ultimately bowled out for 118 in 15.3 overs, and IBA Employees secured a convincing victory by a margin of 45 runs in a well-contested match.