Karachi Whites Secure Comfortable Win Over Faisalabad in National T20 Cup Karachi Whites began their National T20 Cup 2026 campaign with a dominant display, defeating Faisalabad Region by eight wickets in the second match of the tournament. Abdullah Fazal emerged as the standout performer, scoring an unbeaten 76 runs to guide his team to a comfortable victory. The win solidified Karachi’s early dominance in the competition, setting a strong tone for their campaign. Faisalabad’s innings in the first encounter was marked by early struggles. Their opening pair, Atiq-ur-Rehman and Awais Zafar, lost the former early in the Powerplay, disrupting their rhythm. Zafar then partnered with Muhammad Faizan to build a modest foundation. Faizan showed promise with his aggressive strokeplay, contributing 30 runs before being dismissed by Saim Ayub. This setback left Faisalabad reeling, as their middle order failed to respond effectively. Asim Ali and Mubasir Khan were both removed quickly, further denting their chances. Despite the early setbacks, Awais Zafar remained composed at the other end, anchoring the innings with a steady approach. His partnership with Irfan Khan provided crucial stability during the middle overs. Zafar’s resilience culminated in a standout knock of 81 off 53 balls, steering Faisalabad to a total of 171 runs. His innings, characterized by a mix of boundaries and calculated shots, ensured his team posted a competitive score. Karachi Whites responded with a clinical chase, showcasing their batting depth and composure. Saim Ayub and Abdullah Fazal led the charge in the Powerplay, applying pressure on the Faisalabad bowlers. Ayub’s aggressive start set the tone, but he was soon dismissed, followed by Saud Shakeel. However, Fazal stepped up to take control of the innings.#faisalabad_region #karachi_whites #abdullah_fazal #atik_ur_rehman #awais_zafar
