State Bank Clinches President’s ODI Cup Title

Faisalabad-State Bank of Pakistan emerged victorious in the President’s ODI Cup, defeating defending champions SNGPL by seven wickets in the final at Iqbal Stadium in Faisalabad . SNGPL won the toss and chose to bat first but were bowled out for 165 runs in 37.3 overs, with Mirza Tahir Baig scoring 48 runs and Hasan Nawaz contributing 40 runs ¹. Kashif Bhatti managed 28 runs but couldn’t withstand the excellent bowling by Mohammad Abbas, who took three wickets for 41 runs, and Sirajuddin, who dismissed two players .

State Bank’s innings saw Imran Butt and skipper Imran Ameen form a crucial 80-run partnership for the second wicket ¹. Umar Amin chipped in with 40 runs, including three fours, while Imran Butt remained unbeaten on 68 runs, hitting two fours ¹. Fawad Alam scored 28 runs before being dismissed ¹. Mohammad Abbas was named player of the match for his impressive performance .

Match Highlights:
– SNGPL Batting: 165 runs (37.3 overs)
– Mirza Tahir Baig: 48 runs
– Hasan Nawaz: 40 runs
– Kashif Bhatti: 28 runs, 3 wickets
– State Bank Bowling:
– Mohammad Abbas: 3 wickets for 41 runs
– Sirajuddin: 2 wickets for 32 runs
– State Bank Batting: 169 runs (43.4 overs), 3 wickets lost
– Imran Butt: 68* runs
– Imran Ameen: 40 runs
– Umar Amin: 40 runs
– Result: State Bank won by 7 wickets