Muhammad Awais Zafar’s unbeaten 114 propelled Faisalabad to a commanding 287-run lead against Islamabad on Day 2 at the National Ground in Islamabad. Zafar’s third first-class century came off just 125 deliveries and featured 14 fours and two sixes. Alongside Muhammad Kashif (78 not out), he formed a solid 132-run partnership for the third wicket, steering Faisalabad to 238-2 in their second innings by stumps.
Earlier, Faisalabad’s bowlers wrapped up Islamabad’s innings for 153, securing a vital 49-run first-innings lead. Asad Raza (4-31), Faheem Ashraf (3-32), and Shehzad Gul (3-47) dismantled the Islamabad batting lineup after they resumed the day at 72-5.
Imam-ul-Haq’s Masterclass Anchors Multan
In Charsadda, Multan opener Imam-ul-Haq delivered a batting masterclass with a sublime 184, his 14th first-class century and second consecutive hundred of the tournament. Imam’s innings, laced with 22 boundaries, propelled Multan to a mammoth 468-6 before declaring their first innings against Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK). The declaration gave them a significant 280-run first-innings lead, with AJK closing at 18-0, trailing by 262 runs.
Bismillah Khan Shines for Quetta
At Haripur’s Railway Cricket Ground, Bismillah Khan led Quetta’s charge with an unbeaten 147 off 177 balls, pushing his side to 402-7 in reply to DM Jamali’s 144. Danish Aziz claimed 5-104 for DM Jamali, but Quetta’s massive 258-run lead puts them firmly in control going into Day 3.
Imran’s Six-Wicket Haul Lifts Bahawalpur
Muhammad Imran’s 6-28 helped Bahawalpur restrict Karachi Whites to 214 at Abbottabad. Bahawalpur gained a narrow 34-run first-innings lead and reached 6-0 at stumps, looking to build on their advantage.
Lahore Blues Edge FATA in a Tight Contest
Lahore Blues battled back at Swabi’s Gohati Cricket Stadium after being reduced to 119-8 in their second innings, thanks to Afaq Afridi’s 6-56. Earlier, Mohammad Abbas’ 6-39 limited FATA to 230, but Lahore Blues still hold a 176-run lead with two wickets in hand.
Lahore Whites Dominate Larkana
At Marghzar Cricket Ground, Lahore Whites secured a 136-run first-innings lead, scoring 338 thanks to Attyab Ahmed’s 90. Mushtaq Ahmed’s 6-103 was the highlight for Larkana, who ended the day at 129-4, trailing by seven runs in their second innings.
Other Matches
- Abbottabad vs Hyderabad: Abbottabad, led by Mohammad Bilal’s century (102), reached 38-0 in their second innings after Hyderabad managed 315 in response to Abbottabad’s 290.
- Rawalpindi vs Peshawar: Aqib Shah’s unbeaten 94 anchored Rawalpindi to 308-6 in reply to Peshawar’s 393.
- Sialkot vs Karachi Blues: Sialkot, led by Mohammad Waleed’s 73 not out, ended Day 2 at 291-7, gaining a 120-run lead over Karachi Blues.
Brief Scores
Faisalabad vs Islamabad
- Faisalabad: 202 & 238-2 (Muhammad Awais Zafar 114*, Muhammad Kashif 78*)
- Islamabad: 153 (Faizan Riaz 63; Asad Raza 4-31)
Multan vs AJK
- Multan: 468-6 dec. (Imam-ul-Haq 184, Zain Abbas 86)
- AJK: 188 & 18-0
Quetta vs DM Jamali
- Quetta: 402-7 (Bismillah Khan 147*, Jalat Khan 71)
- DM Jamali: 144 (Jalat Khan 5-28)
Bahawalpur vs Karachi Whites
- Bahawalpur: 248 & 6-0
- Karachi Whites: 214 (Muhammad Imran 6-28)
Lahore Blues vs FATA
- Lahore Blues: 287 & 119-8 (Afaq Afridi 6-56)
- FATA: 230 (Mohammad Abbas 6-39)
Lahore Whites vs Larkana
- Lahore Whites: 338 (Attyab Ahmed 90)
- Larkana: 202 & 129-4
Abbottabad vs Hyderabad
- Abbottabad: 290 & 38-0
- Hyderabad: 315
Rawalpindi vs Peshawar
- Rawalpindi: 308-6 (Aqib Shah 94*)
- Peshawar: 393
Sialkot vs Karachi Blues
- Sialkot: 291-7 (Mohammad Waleed 73*)
- Karachi Blues: 171
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