by: Muhammad Nizam TN Sports Karachi: Aziz Damani launched the second season of the AKG Premier League with a commanding 6-wicket victory over United Thunders. The match, held at the AKG ground, saw an all-round performance from Damani, led by skipper Mir Afzal Baig, who scored an unbeaten half-century (60) and took one wicket.
After restricting United Thunders to 153-7 in their 20 overs, Aziz Damani chased down the target in 19.4 overs. Afzal Baig’s aggressive 60 runs off 50 balls, including six boundaries and two sixes, anchored the chase. Irfan Rehmat contributed 23 runs from 18 balls, while Naveed Ali added 20 runs from 11 balls.
On the bowling front, Faizan Surani was the standout performer for Aziz Damani, claiming 3 wickets for just 23 runs. Nabeel Rehmat and Mir Afzal Baig also supported well, taking 1 wicket each.
Earlier, United Thunders had a strong start with 90 runs in the first 9 overs, thanks to Sami Ullah Khan’s explosive 57 off 29 balls. Javed Mansoor remained unbeaten on 36, while Waqaab Johar contributed 23 runs. However, their momentum was halted by Faizan Surani’s brilliant bowling.
In the official tournament inauguration ceremony, AKG Chairman Abdul Sultan Khimani was the chief guest, who hit the ceremonial first ball. AKG management members, including Munir Samani, Sabir Khan, and others, were also present at the event.
Summarized Scores: United Thunders: 153-7 in 20 overs (Sami Ullah Khan 57, Javed Mansoor 36*, Waqaab Johar 23; Faizan Surani 3-23, Mir Afzal Baig 1-18, Nabeel Rehmat 1-18).
Aziz Damani: 154-4 in 19.4 overs (Mir Afzal Baig 60* , Irfan Rehmat 23, Naveed Ali 20; Rahil Sayani 2-18).
