Faysal Bank won the toss and opted to bat first. Despite losing an early wicket, opener Muhammad Nabeel Khalid set the stage on fire with a blistering knock of 78 runs off just 39 deliveries, providing a solid foundation. However, the highlight of the innings came from Noman Ikram, who played an exceptional unbeaten innings, scoring a magnificent 130 runs off just 59 balls. His innings was characterized by impeccable timing, power-hitting, and remarkable strokeplay, featuring 16 boundaries and 5 towering sixes, guiding Faysal Bank to a formidable total. Sheraz Ali and Talib Ali also contributed with useful cameos towards the end as Faysal Bank posted a commanding total of 246/4
Chasing the daunting target, Bank Islami’s openers, Imaaz Ahsan and Tariq Khan, provided a solid start, with Imaaz Ahsan scoring a quickfire 46 runs off just 22 deliveries. However, it was Tariq Khan who stole the show with a sensational innings, smashing 105 runs off 52 balls, including 12 boundaries and 5 massive sixes. His innings was a masterclass in power-hitting and controlled aggression, as he single-handedly led Bank Islami’s charge towards the target. Nadir Ansari and Muhammad Faizan Khan Bari also made valuable contributions, with Faizan Khan Bari remaining unbeaten on 51 runs off 22 balls. Muhammad Arsal provided the finishing touches with an unbeaten 11 runs off 5 balls as Bank Islami chased down the target with ease, securing victory by 6 wickets.