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Express Tribune
21-07-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Saad's ton lifts Dhande Fighters to win
Dhande Fighters achieved their first victory after failing in their first three matches by defeating the strong opponent team Wada Hunters by 56 runs in an exciting match in the ongoing Khatri Premier league Floodlight T-20 cricket tournament here on Sunday at historic Asghar Ali Shah Stadium Karachi. Thanks to the brilliant and aggressive century of Mirza Saad Baig, captain of the Pakistan Under-19 team and talented wicketkeeper-batsman representing Karachi Kings in HBL PSL X. At the end of the match, chief guest Usman Rajkot and Muhammad Suleman (Guddu Pakwan) presented the Man of the Match trophy along with a cash award of Rs 2000 to Mirza Saad Baig for his match-winning all-round performance of 106 runs and taking 3-10. Dhande Fighters captain Muzamil Sonija won the toss and batted first and the winning team scored 186 runs for the loss of eight wickets in the stipulated 20 overs. Pakistan U-19 team captain Mirza Saad Baig batted aggressively and played attractive strokes towards the edges of the ground and scored a brilliant century of 106 off 54 balls with the help of seven powerful fours and nine towering sixes. In reply, the entire Wada Hunters team returned to the pavilion after scoring 130 runs in 17.3 overs ahead of the devastating bowling of Mirza Saad Baig and Zubair Ali Kachi. Moeen Ali Kachi batted well and scored a 40 runs off 23 balls with the help of three fours and three sixes, Shahryar Ghani scored 37 runs off 26 balls with two fours and two sixes, while Shoaib Sonija scored 19 runs. Sonija Soldier will take on Bachhra Warriors at 10 pm today.
Express Tribune
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Dhara Dabang secure first win in KPL
Chief guest and franchise owner of Wada Hunters, Mohammad Arif, presenting Player of the Match award to Mohammad Taha of Dhara Dabang as Mohammad Saleem, Abdul Ghaffar Bheda and Imran Churi look on. PHOTO: KPL Dhara Dabang claimed their first win of the ongoing Khatri Premier League Season 3 floodlight T20 cricket tournament at the historical Asghar Ali Shah Stadium in Karachi. They defeated debutant team Wada Hunters by 5 wickets, thanks to an aggressive 44 by opening batter Usama AB, a brilliant match-winning 75 by Karachi's emerging first-class all-rounder Mohammad Talha, and a responsible 28 by captain Mohammad Shahid Sagar. At the end of the match, Wada Hunters franchise owner Mohammad Arif, the chief guest, presented the Player of the Match award to Mohammad Talha for his outstanding 75-run innings. He was accompanied by Mohammad Saleem DS, sponsor Abdul Ghaffar Bheda of Bheda Traders, and Imran Choudhry, captain of Bheda Tigers. Earlier, Wada Hunters batting first, posted 181 runs for 7 wickets in 20 overs, thanks to a blistering 67 off 31 balls by Moin Ali Kachi (which included 4 boundaries and 7 towering sixes) and a quick 23-ball 28 by Shehryar Ghani (featuring 3 sixes and 2 fours). Rehan Soneja took 1 wicket for 29 runs. Asad Akhtar also chipped in with 28 runs off just 12 balls, smashing 3 sixes and 2 fours. For the winning side, Saqib Khan picked up 2 wickets, while Mohammad Ashfaq, Mohammad Nasir, and Mohammad Taha took one wicket each. In reply, Dhara Dabang chased down the target of 186 in 18.4 overs, losing just five wickets. Star performer Mohammad Taha smashed 75 runs off 67 balls (1 four, 8 sixes). Rehan Soneja bowled brilliantly, taking 2 wickets for just 8 runs, while captain Liaquat Ali and Shoaib Soneja claimed one wicket each. The match was officiated by umpires Mohammad Rehan and SM Baar, while international scorer Rashid Aslam served as the official scorer.
Express Tribune
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Seven teams to compete in KPL three
The drafting ceremony of Khatri Premier League (KPL) Season 3 Organized by the Muslim Khatri community, was successfully held on Thursday night at Zarritta Banquet Hall, North Karachi, in a spectacular and colorful event. Following the grand success of KPL season 2, season 3 will officially kick off on July 8, with the defending champions Tunger Stars facing Dhanday Fighters in the opening match. The remaining league matches will be played under floodlights at Asghar Ali Shah Stadium starting July 9, 2025, and the final is scheduled for August 2. The chief guest, legendary Test cricketer and hero of Bangalore Tauseef Ahmed, addressed the gathering and said, "From trials onward, I am with you. There is immense talent among the players of the Khatri community. I hope that many youth will rise and bring pride to their city and country. I congratulate the Muslim Khatri community and the organizers for conducting such a successful drafting ceremony for KPL Season 3." Tournament Secretary Sadiq Khatri presented details of the upcoming season, revealing that seven franchise teams will participate, including two new teams: Dhanday Fighters and Wada Hunters. He warmly welcomed both new teams to the KPL family. The participating teams are: Soneja Soldiers, Bheja Tigers, Bachza Warriors, Dhaza Dabang, Dhanday Fighters (new), Wada Hunters (new). Tunger Stars will be the defending champions. Sadiq thanked the chief guest, franchise owners, and sponsors for their support. He also announced that the winning team will receive a trophy and a cash prize of PKR 200,000, while the runner-up will get a trophy and PKR 100,000, along with other awards. The event was hosted by Pakistan's renowned anchor and host Naseem Rajput.
