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Lahore: The fifth round of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2024 saw impressive performances by Faisalabad, Multan, and Quetta on Day 2 at various venues. Exceptional centuries and notable bowling efforts highlighted the day’s play, positioning teams for crucial leads. Here’s a roundup of the action:
Faisalabad vs. Islamabad: A Century for Mohammad Awais Zafar
Faisalabad’s Mohammad Awais Zafar showcased brilliance, scoring an unbeaten 114—his third first-class century. He partnered with Mohammad Kashif (78 not out) to form a 132-run stand, taking Faisalabad to 238/2 after bowling out Islamabad for a modest 153. Asad Raza claimed 4/31 for Faisalabad.
Multan vs. Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK): Imam-ul-Haq’s Second Ton
Multan’s Imam-ul-Haq continued his sensational form, smashing 184 with 22 boundaries. His efforts led Multan to a commanding 468/6 declared. Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), who managed 188 in their first innings, ended Day 2 at 18/0 in their second innings.
Quetta vs. DM Jamali: Bismillah Khan’s Heroics
Quetta’s Bismillah Khan scored a magnificent 147*, guiding his side to 402/7 against DM Jamali’s 144. Danish Aziz shone for DM Jamali, registering a five-wicket haul (5/104), his third first-class five-fer.
Karachi Whites vs. Bahawalpur: Imran’s Fiery Spell
Bahawalpur’s pacer Mohammad Imran tore through Karachi Whites, claiming 6/28 to restrict them to 214. In response, Bahawalpur gained a 34-run lead and stood at 6/0 at stumps.
Lahore Blues vs. FATA: Afaq Afridi’s Six-Wicket Haul
Afaq Afridi’s 6/56 helped FATA bowl out Lahore Blues for 119 in their second innings. FATA had earlier managed 230 in their first innings against Lahore’s 287. Mohammad Abbas picked up five wickets for the Blues, bringing his first-class tally to 46.
Lahore Whites gained a significant 136-run first innings lead over Larkana. Atyyab Ahmed top-scored with 90 in Whites’ total of 338. Larkana’s Mushtaq Ahmed impressed with 6/103 but ended Day 2 trailing by seven runs in their second innings at 129/4.
Abbottabad vs. Hyderabad: A Close Contest
Hyderabad’s Gohar Ali hit 86, helping his team post 315 in response to Abbottabad’s 290. Abbottabad closed the day unscathed at 38/0, holding a slender 13-run lead.
Peshawar vs. Rawalpindi: Aqib Shah Nears a Century
At Shoaib Akhtar Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi ended the day at 308/6, thanks to Aqib Shah’s unbeaten 94. Earlier, Peshawar had posted 393, with contributions from Sajjad Ibraheem (73) and Zubair Khan (69).
Karachi Blues vs. Sialkot: Mohammad Waleed Shines
Sialkot gained a 120-run lead after reaching 291/7 against Karachi Blues’ first innings total of 171. Mohammad Waleed’s 73* anchored Sialkot’s innings, while Tabish Khan picked up 4/72 for the Blues.
Scores in Brief
- Lahore Whites vs. Larkana: Larkana 202 & 129/4; Lahore Whites 338 all out.
- Faisalabad vs. Islamabad: Islamabad 153; Faisalabad 202 & 238/2.
- Abbottabad vs. Hyderabad: Abbottabad 290 & 38/0; Hyderabad 315.
- Peshawar vs. Rawalpindi: Peshawar 393; Rawalpindi 308/6.
- Bahawalpur vs. Karachi Whites: Bahawalpur 248 & 6/0; Karachi Whites 214.
- Multan vs. AJK: AJK 188 & 18/0; Multan 468/6 declared.
- Lahore Blues vs. FATA: Lahore Blues 287 & 119/8; FATA 230.
- Karachi Blues vs. Sialkot: Karachi Blues 171; Sialkot 291/7.
- Quetta vs. DM Jamali: DM Jamali 144; Quetta 402/7.
FAQs
- What is the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy?
Pakistan’s premier first-class cricket competition. - Who scored the highest runs on Day 2?
Imam-ul-Haq scored 184 for Multan. - Which bowler had the best figures?
Mohammad Imran of Bahawalpur claimed 6/28. - Which team dominated the most?
Multan, with a massive 468/6, took a strong lead. - Where was the match between Faisalabad and Islamabad played?
At the National Ground. - How did Lahore Whites perform?
They gained a 136-run lead over Larkana. - Who took the most wickets for FATA?
Afaq Afridi with 6/56. - What is Imam-ul-Haq’s current form?
He scored his second consecutive century in the tournament. - Which player scored a century for Faisalabad?
Mohammad Awais Zafar scored 114*. - How did Quetta perform?
Bismillah Khan’s 147* helped them dominate DM Jamali.
