Karachi (Sports Desk):
The Khatri Premier League (KPL) Season 3 Floodlight T20 Tournament 2025 has reached its thrilling semi-final stage at the historic Asghar Ali Shah Stadium, Karachi.
The four semi-finalist teams are:
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Dhara Dabang, Buchra Warriors, Defending Champions Tangar Star, Bheda Tigers
Cricket fans are eager to witness intense battles as these top teams compete for a place in the grand final.
Semi-Final Schedule: First Semi-Final
Teams: Dhara Dabang (1st) vs. Bheda Tigers (4th), Date & Time: Thursday, 31 July at 9:30 PM
Venue: Asghar Ali Shah Stadium, Karachi, Chief Guest: Captain Moiz, Chairman NiKaty
Second Semi-Final:
Teams: Buchra Warriors (2nd) vs. Tangar Star (3rd), Date & Time: Friday, 1 August at 9:30 PM
Venue: Asghar Ali Shah Stadium,
Grand Final: Date: Saturday, 2 August 2025, Venue: Asghar Ali Shah Stadium
Abdullah Fazal Shines for Buchra Warriors
First-class cricketer Abdullah Fazal delivered a match-winning performance. He scored 125 runs and took two wickets, leading Buchra Warriors to the semi-finals with a 5-wicket victory.
Match Highlights:
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Dhande Fighters Innings:
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Scored 192-9 in 20 overs, Danish Aziz: 76* off 48 balls (2 fours, 7 sixes), Haris Ali Khan: 40 off 31 balls (4 fours, 2 sixes), Ahmed Raza Gazali: 4 wickets for 19 runs, Abdullah Fazal: 2 wickets for 42 runs
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Buchra Warriors Chase: Achieved 197-5 in response, Abdullah Fazal: 125 runs (10 fours, 10 sixes), Sohail Khan: 16 off 5 balls (1 four, 2 sixes), Iqbal Khatri: 19 off 17 balls (1 four, 1 six), Arif Yaqoob: 15* off 5 balls (2 fours, 1 six), Haris Ali Khan: 2 wickets for 31 runs
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Man of the Match
Abdullah Fazal was declared Man of the Match for his brilliant all-round performance.
He received Rs. 2,000 cash and a trophy, sponsored by Bin Younus and New Al-Hameed Garments.
The stage is now set for the KPL Season 3 semi-finals, promising intense cricketing action and high-voltage excitement under the floodlights.
