Muhammad Nizam KARACHI:
Rising cricket star Abdul Basit Ghauri delivered a brilliant all-round performance to guide Sonija Soldier to a dominant 56-run victory over debutants Dhande Fighters in the Khatri Premier League Season 3 Floodlight T20 Tournament 2025.
The match took place under the lights at the historic Asghar Ali Shah Stadium in Karachi on Wednesday night.
Sonija Soldier Post Big Total:
Choosing to bat first, Sonija Soldier posted an imposing total of 201 for 8 in 20 overs.
Batting Highlights:
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Shahid Mirani: Top scorer with 55 runs off 32 balls, hitting two fours and five sixes
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Ram Ravi: Blasted 49 runs from 28 balls, including four boundaries and three sixes
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Rizwan Imran: Gave a strong start with 41 off 25 balls, smashing six fours and one six
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Abdul Basit Ghauri: Added a quick 33 runs off 26 balls, hitting two fours and three sixes
Dhande Fighters’ Bowling:
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Mirza Saad Baig: 2 wickets for 28 runs
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Zubair Ali Kachi: 1 wicket
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Haris Ali Khan: 1 wicket
Dhande Fighters Struggle in the Chase:
In response, Dhande Fighters could only manage 145 for 9 in 20 overs, falling short by 56 runs.
Top Scorers for Dhande Fighters:
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Abdur Rab: Scored 42 runs
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Haris Ali Khan: Made 34 off 20 balls, including two fours and three sixes
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Saad Baig: Added 19 runs off 18 balls, striking four boundaries
Abdul Basit Ghauri Shines with the Ball:
Abdul Basit Ghauri not only contributed with the bat but also starred with the ball. He took 4 wickets for 28 runs, earning the Man of the Match Award for his all-round brilliance.
Other Bowlers:
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Hammad Raza: 2 wickets for 20 runs
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Ilyas Muneem (Captain): 2 wickets for 34 runs
Summary of Scores:
Sonija Soldier: 201-8 in 20 overs
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Shahid Mirani 55
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Ram Ravi 49
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Rizwan Imran 41
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Abdul Basit Ghauri 33
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Saad Baig 2-28
Dhande Fighters: 145-9 in 20 overs
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Abdur Rab 42
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Haris Ali Khan 34
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Saad Baig 19
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Abdul Basit Ghauri 4-28
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Hammad Raza 2-20
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Ilyas Muneem 2-34
What’s Next in KPL 3?
Fans can look forward to more action-packed matches as KPL Season 3 continues to heat up at Asghar Ali Shah Stadium.
