The Markhorse they started Champions One Day Trophy 2024 campaign decisively, securing a dominant 160-run win over Panthers Thursday (September 12) at the Iqbal Stadium. The win not only underscored the team’s overall dominance, but also showcased a breathtaking display of athleticism. Mohammad RizvanWho’s great catch from work Mubasir Khan was the highlight of the match. Rizwan’s brilliance behind the stumps, coupled with his contributions with the bat, helped the Markhors set an insurmountable target and the Panthers struggled to keep up.
Mohammad Rizvan’s heroics on the field are in the spotlight
Although the Markhors controlled most of the game, it was Rizwan who grabbed everyone’s attention with his excellent fielding. Already impressed to catch early to dismiss Heydar AliRizwan’s true brilliance came in the 23rd game. Faced with short delivery times Akif JavedMubasir could only control the top edge which floated dangerously in front of the stumps. Rizwan reacted instantly, darting forward with the speed and precision of a predator on the hunt and diving full length to complete the stunning catch. His acrobatic effort not only sent Mubasir back to the pavilion for 33 off 31 balls, but also energized the crowd and set the tone for the rest of the match.
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— UMT Markhors (@UMTMarkhors) September 12, 2024
Valuable contribution by Rizwan with the bat for Markhors
Apart from being a master class in the field, Rizwan proved to be a vital contributor with the bat. His knock of 45 off 57 underpinned Markhor’s total of 347/6. Despite being dismissed lbw Muhammad HasnainRizwan’s shots were critical in setting the stage Iftikhar Ahmed and Muhammad Abdul Samad to launch their late attacks. Their explosive half-centuries saw the Markhors rack up a torrid finish, ultimately proving too much for the chasing Panthers.
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Panthers crumble under pressure
Chasing 348 was always going to be a tall order for the Panthers and their innings started on a shaky note with their early dismissal. Saim Ayub for 20. Although a spirited effort Amad ButtBattling valiantly with 72 from 84 balls, the rest of the team failed to put up any significant resistance. The Panthers’ middle and lower order collapsed dramatically, with five batsmen, including the skipper, falling to single-digit scores. Shadab Khanonly 4 controls. With the wickets rolling regularly, the Panthers found themselves reeling, unable to put together any meaningful partnerships.
Akif Javed and Naseem Shah hit the stars with the ball
The pace duo of Javed and Markhor on the bowling front Nasim Shah He played a key role in dismantling the Panthers’ batting order. Both the pacers batted with precision and aggression, each claiming three wickets to defeat the opposition. Akif’s short-ball strategy was particularly effective, while Nasim’s pace and accuracy proved too much for the Panthers to attack. Amad Butt’the Panthers’ batting quickly opened up, and after he was dismissed, their hopes of a comeback were all but gone. Struggling for just 187 runs, the Panthers suffered a crushing defeat, while the Markhors registered a comprehensive 160-run win.
