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Karachi, 9 January 2026: Mohammad Ammar’s unbeaten century and Azan Awais’ composed century were the standout performances as the third round of the President’s Trophy Grade-I got underway at four venues across Karachi on Friday.
At the United Bank Limited Sports Complex, WAPDA recovered from a shaky start to post a strong 307 for six against Sahir Associates after being put in to bat. WAPDA were reeling at 70 for five before Mohammad Ammar and skipper Khalid Usman staged a remarkable fightback. Ammar anchored the innings with an unbeaten 140 off 264 balls, striking 22 fours, while Usman contributed a vital 93 from 174 deliveries. The pair added 237 runs for the sixth wicket.
For Sahir Associates, Khan Zaib impressed with figures of three for 70.
At the State Bank Stadium, SNGPL finished the first day’s play on 197 for four against SBP after opting to bat first. Opening batter Azan Awais led the charge with a patient, unbeaten 103 off 242 balls, laced with 13 fours and a six. Captain Shan Masood scored 35 off 72 balls, which included five fours, while Shahid Aziz bagged two wickets.
At the National Bank of Pakistan Sports Complex, KRL bowlers dominated proceedings after OGDCL opted to bat. OGDCL were dismissed for 244 in 82.4 overs despite a fighting 56 from Danish Aziz which included seven fours.
Mohammad Hamza starred with the ball for KRL, grabbing four wickets for 31, while Ahmed Bashir bagged three wickets.
In the final fixture of the round at the National Bank Stadium, Ghani Glass enjoyed a strong start against PTV. Earlier, PTV were bowled out for 186 in 38.4 overs, with Shamyl Hussain top-scoring with a brisk 68.
Mir Hamza led Ghani Glass’ bowling attack with five for 55. In turn, Ghani Glass reached 109 for five at stumps, still trailing by 77 runs.
Scores in brief:
WAPDA vs Sahir Associates at UBL Sports Complex
WAPDA 307-6, 83.4 overs (Mohammad Ammar 140 not out, Khalid Usman 93; Khan Zaib 3-70)
SNGPL vs SBP at State Bank Stadium
SNGPL 197-4, 80 overs (Azan Awais 103 not out, Shan Masood 35; Shahid Aziz 2-54)
OGDCL vs KRL at National Bank of Sports Complex
OGDCL 244 all out, 82.4 overs (Danish Aziz 56; Mohammad Hamza 4-31)
Ghani Glass vs PTV at National Bank Stadium
PTV 186 all out, 38.4 overs (Shamyl Hussain 68; Mir Hamza 5-55)
Ghani Glass 109-5, 31 overs (Kashif Ali 27; Israr Hussain 2-26, Amad Butt 2-33
