Abbottabad Region Secures Victory
“Abbottabad collected two runs from the first two balls before Kamran launched the third delivery for a six, reducing the equation to 11 off three,” described a commentator, highlighting the thrilling climax of the match. In a gripping encounter at the Imran Khan Cricket Stadium in Peshawar on March 9, 2026, Abbottabad Region triumphed over Multan Region by 8 wickets in the National T20 Cup.
Kamran Ghulam was the star of the show, scoring an impressive 95 not out off just 48 balls. His innings included five fours and seven sixes, demonstrating his explosive batting ability. “Kamran, who had brought up his fifty off 26 balls, ended with 95 not out off 48 balls clubbing five fours and seven sixes,” noted a cricket analyst, emphasizing the impact of his performance.
Multan Region had set a challenging target, scoring 203 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in their innings. Moheer Saeed was the standout performer for Multan, contributing 76 runs off 41 balls, while Bismillah Khan added a valuable 45 runs off 30 balls. However, their efforts were not enough to secure a win.
Shadab Khan’s bowling was crucial for Abbottabad, as he took 3 wickets for 35 runs in his 4 overs, effectively stifling Multan’s scoring opportunities. His performance helped to keep the pressure on Multan throughout their innings, setting the stage for Abbottabad’s successful chase.
In another match on the same day, Karachi Region Blues faced Sialkot Region, bowling them out for 161 runs while defending a total of 201 runs. Usman Khan was instrumental for Karachi, scoring 81 runs off 39 balls, and Ahsan Ali contributed with 50 runs off 27 balls. Khalil Ahmed’s bowling was also noteworthy, as he took 4 wickets for just 27 runs.
As the tournament progresses, the next match will see Karachi Region Blues take on Abbottabad Region on March 10, 2026. This matchup promises to be an exciting clash, as both teams look to build on their recent performances.
Overall, the National T20 Cup continues to showcase thrilling cricket, with Abbottabad Region’s victory over Multan Region marking a significant moment in the tournament. “This blunder cost Multan Region the match as Abbottabad Region won the game by 8 wickets,” a commentator remarked, reflecting on the critical moments that defined the game.
