The 27th match of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025-26 between Bahawalpur Region and Sialkot Region ended in a draw at Abbottabad Cricket Stadium on November 8, 2025. After Bahawalpur posted a strong first innings total of 511/9 declared, Sialkot responded with an even bigger score of 614/9 to take a 103-run lead. The match ended without a result as time ran out.
Scorecard Summary
| Team | Score | Overs | Wickets | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bahawalpur Region | 511/9d | 122.4 | 9 (declared) | Match Drawn |
| Sialkot Region | 614/9 | 156.0 | 9 | Match Drawn |
Top Performers
| Player | Team | Role | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muhammad Hurraira | Sialkot | Opener | 178 runs (216 balls, 24 fours, 3 sixes) |
| Mohammad Ammar | Bahawalpur | Batter | 166 runs (310 balls, 21 fours, 2 sixes) |
| Azan Awais | Sialkot | Opener | 164 runs (253 balls, 19 fours, 1 six) |
| Saad Khan | Bahawalpur | All-rounder | 155 runs + 5 wickets |
| Mohammad Sudais | Bahawalpur | Batter | 112 runs (150 balls, 15 fours, 2 sixes) |
Key Moments
- Day 1: Bahawalpur reached 203/2 by stumps with Mohammad Ammar on 54 and Saad Khan on 20 after 58 overs.
- Bahawalpur’s Strong Start: Three batters scored centuries for Bahawalpur. Mohammad Sudais (112), Mohammad Ammar (166), and Saad Khan (155) built a solid foundation with a 227-run partnership for the third wicket.
- Bowling Effort: Hasan Ali was the pick of Sialkot’s bowlers with 3 wickets for 77 runs. Saad Khan took five wickets for Bahawalpur but could not prevent Sialkot from gaining the lead.
- Day 2: Sialkot’s openers started their reply and reached 41/0 by the end of the day.
- Record Opening Stand: Muhammad Hurraira and Azan Awais put together a massive 326-run opening partnership to give Sialkot a strong platform.
- Day 3: Sialkot reached 375/1 with both openers still at the crease after 80 overs.
- Final Day: Sialkot continued batting and reached 614/9 before the match ended as a draw after 156 overs.
Match Analysis
This was a match where batters ruled completely. Bahawalpur’s three centuries helped them reach 511, but Sialkot’s opening pair made sure their team stayed ahead. The pitch at Abbottabad Cricket Stadium appeared very good for batting throughout the four days.
Bahawalpur will be disappointed they could not bowl Sialkot out after declaring their innings. Saad Khan’s all-round effort with both bat and ball stood out for Bahawalpur. For Sialkot, the opening partnership of 326 runs was the match-defining moment.
The bowling attacks struggled to make breakthroughs on a flat surface. Only 18 wickets fell across the entire match, showing how difficult it was for bowlers.
What’s Next
Both teams will look to improve their bowling performances in their next matches. Bahawalpur needs to find ways to take wickets on batting-friendly pitches, while Sialkot will be happy with their batting depth.
The Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025-26 continues with more matches in the league stage. The final is scheduled for November 29 to December 3, 2025.