The National Women’s T20 Tournament 2023-24 kicked off with a bang as three captivating matches unfolded across Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Quetta emerged victorious in a nail-biting encounter against Karachi, thanks to Tuba Hassan’s heroics. Lahore showcased dominance with an impressive win over Multan, led by Ghulam Fatima’s exceptional bowling. Meanwhile, Rawalpindi’s Aliya Riaz played a captain’s innings to guide her team to triumph against Peshawar. The opening day witnessed stellar performances, setting the stage for an exciting tournament ahead.
Quetta vs. Karachi at Shoaib Akhtar Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
In a thrilling encounter, Quetta secured a six-wicket victory against Karachi at Shoaib Akhtar Cricket Stadium. Javeria Khan’s unbeaten half-century (74 runs off 57 balls) lifted Karachi to a competitive total of 119-6. Quetta faced an early setback, but Tuba Hassan’s brilliant innings (34 not out off 17 balls) guided them to victory in the final over.
Player of the Match: Fareeha Mahmood (Quetta)
Multan vs. Lahore at Ayub Park Ground, Rawalpindi
Multan’s decision to bat first backfired as they were bowled out for 69. Lahore’s bowlers dominated, with Ghulam Fatima taking three wickets for 13 runs. Lahore chased down the target comfortably in 8.4 overs without losing a wicket. Sadaf Shams (35 not out) and Sidra Amin (31 not out) led Lahore to a convincing 10-wicket win.
Player of the Match: Ghulam Fatima (Lahore)
Peshawar vs. Rawalpindi at Diamond Club Ground, Islamabad
Rawalpindi’s bowlers dominated Peshawar, bundling them out for just 51 runs. Tania Saeed’s exceptional spell of 3-4 limited Peshawar’s batting. Rawalpindi chased the target in 6.2 overs with Aliya Riaz playing a captain’s knock (23 off 13). Rawalpindi secured a comfortable seven-wicket win.
Player of the Match: Aliya Riaz (Rawalpindi)
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