FATA secured a crushing innings and 86-run victory over Bahawalpur Region in the 34th match of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025-26 at the Imran Khan Cricket Stadium in Peshawar. The three-day match, played from November 11-13, 2025, saw FATA dominate from start to finish with both bat and ball. Salman Khan scored a brilliant century (114 off 209 balls with 11 fours) and partnered with Khushdil Shah (95 off 109 balls) in a 156-run third-wicket stand to power FATA to 396 all out. Bahawalpur followed on after scoring just 146 in their first innings and could manage only 164 in their second innings.
Match Scorecard
| Team | Score | Overs | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| FATA | 396 | 127.5 | Won by innings and 86 runs |
| Bahawalpur Region (1st innings) | 146 | 55.1 | Following on |
| Bahawalpur Region (2nd innings) | 164 | 41.1 | All out |
Top Performers
| Player | Team | Role | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salman Khan | FATA | Batsman | 114 runs (209 balls, 11 fours) |
| Khushdil Shah | FATA | All-rounder | 95 runs (109 balls, 12 fours, 2 sixes) + Player of the Match |
| Hayatullah | FATA | Bowler | 9 wickets in match (6/71 + 3/65) |
| Mohammad Sarwar | FATA | Batsman | 43 runs (136 balls, 1 four, 2 sixes) |
| Rehan Afridi | FATA | Wicketkeeper | 88 runs (123 balls, 8 fours) |
Sources: Pakistan Observer, GeoSuper.tv, The Nation
Key Moments
- Day 1: FATA recovered from 18-2 to reach 271-6 in 92.2 overs at stumps, thanks to Salman Khan and Khushdil Shah’s 156-run partnership for the third wicket
- Day 2: FATA bowled out Bahawalpur for just 146 runs, with Hayatullah leading the charge with six wickets for 71 runs in 19 overs
- Day 2: Bahawalpur followed on after incurring a 250-run first-innings deficit
- Day 3: Bahawalpur were bundled out for 164 in 41.1 overs, with Sirajuddin and Hayatullah picking up three wickets each
- Match Result: FATA secured their second victory in the tournament with a massive innings and 86-run win
Match Analysis
FATA’s victory was built on a strong batting foundation followed by excellent bowling performances. The partnership between Salman Khan (114) and Khushdil Shah (95) rescued FATA from 18-2, helping them reach a competitive total of 396. The middle order also contributed well, with Mohammad Sarwar scoring 43 and wicketkeeper Rehan Afridi adding 88 runs.
Khushdil Shah was named player of the match for his all-round performance, continuing his remarkable form in the tournament. Hayatullah was the star with the ball, claiming six wickets in the first innings and finishing with nine wickets in the match to dismantle Bahawalpur’s batting lineup twice.
Bahawalpur struggled throughout the match, managing only 146 in their first innings and 164 in their second. Despite some resistance from Mohammad Akram (40 in first innings) and Mohammad Umair (32 in second innings), they could not match FATA’s intensity.
What’s Next?
This victory gives FATA important momentum in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025-26. With two wins now in the tournament, they will look to build on this performance in their upcoming matches. Bahawalpur, on the other hand, will need to regroup and address their batting weaknesses before their next fixture.
The eighth round of matches continues across four venues in Pakistan, with teams battling for a spot in the tournament final scheduled for November 29, 2025.
Match Details:
- Venue: Imran Khan Cricket Stadium, Peshawar
- Dates: November 11-13, 2025
- Tournament: Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025-26 (34th Match)
- Toss: FATA won the toss and elected to bat first
- Umpires: Match officials appointed by PCB