Abbottabad Region Triumphs
“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.” This statement encapsulates the thrilling climax of the match between Abbottabad Region and Multan Region in the National T20 Cup held at Imran Khan Cricket Stadium in Peshawar on March 9, 2026.
In a high-scoring encounter, Abbottabad Region emerged victorious, defeating Multan Region by 8 wickets. Kamran Ghulam was the star of the show, scoring an impressive 95 not out off just 48 balls, which included five fours and seven sixes. His performance was pivotal in chasing down Multan’s total of 203 runs.
Multan Region had set a challenging target, with notable contributions from Moheer Saeed, who scored 76 runs off 41 balls, and Bismillah Khan, who added 45 runs off 30 balls. Their efforts helped Multan reach a total of 203 runs for 6 wickets in their innings, putting pressure on Abbottabad to perform in the chase.
Shadab Khan’s bowling also played a crucial role for Abbottabad, as he took 3 wickets for 35 runs in his 4 overs, effectively stifling Multan’s scoring opportunities. His performance, combined with Kamran’s explosive batting, ensured that Abbottabad could secure the win with relative ease.
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, while Ahsan Ali contributed with a quick 50 runs off 27 balls. Khalil Ahmed’s bowling was also noteworthy, as he took 4 wickets for just 27 runs.
As the National T20 Cup progresses, the next match is set to feature Karachi Region Blues against Abbottabad Region on March 10, 2026. This upcoming clash promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams showcasing strong performances in their previous games.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential changes to the tournament schedule or player line-ups as the competition continues to unfold.
