Peshawar Region crushed Abbottabad Region by 247 runs in the 16th match of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025-26 at Imran Khan Cricket Stadium, Peshawar. The four-day match ended on Monday, October 27, 2025. Peshawar took full control with strong batting performances in both innings and bowled out Abbottabad twice to secure a big victory. This win helped Peshawar move to the top of the points table in the tournament.
Sources: ESPNcricinfo (https://www.espncricinfo.com/series/quaid-e-azam-trophy-2025-26-1505063/peshawar-region-vs-abbottabad-region-16th-match-1505079/full-scorecard), APP (https://www.app.com.pk/sports/sialkot-peshawar-bag-victories-as-4th-round-of-quaid-e-azam-trophy-concludes/)
Scorecard Summary
| Team | First Innings | Second Innings | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peshawar Region | 448/9d (106.5 overs) | 194/1d (39.4 overs) | Won by 247 runs |
| Abbottabad Region | 181 (69.4 overs) | 214 (79.2 overs, Target: 462) | Lost |
Source: ESPNcricinfo Full Scorecard
Top Performers
| Player | Team | Role | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Israrullah | Peshawar | Batsman | 117 runs (210 balls, 12 fours) |
| Maaz Sadaqat | Peshawar | Batsman | 114 runs (140 balls, 11 fours, 1 six) |
| Waqar Ahmed | Peshawar | Batsman | 100 not out (119 balls, 12 fours) in 2nd innings |
| Iftikhar Ahmed | Peshawar | Bowler | 4 wickets for 21 runs in 1st innings |
| Niaz Khan | Peshawar | Bowler | 4 wickets in 1st innings, 3 wickets in 2nd innings |
| Yasir Khan | Abbottabad | Batsman | 97 runs (173 balls, 12 fours) in 2nd innings |
| Mohammad Irfan | Peshawar | Bowler | 3 wickets for 28 runs in 2nd innings |
Source: ESPNcricinfo Player Statistics
Key Moments
- Day 1: Peshawar finished strongly at 346/5 after 84 overs. Israrullah and Maaz Sadaqat built a partnership of 213 runs for the third wicket after Peshawar lost both openers early at 70 runs.
- First Innings Century Stand: The left-handed pair of Israrullah (117) and Maaz Sadaqat (114) rescued Peshawar from 70/2 and took the score to 283. Both players showed great patience and skill against Abbottabad’s bowling attack.
- Peshawar Declaration: Peshawar declared their first innings at 448/9 in 106.5 overs, setting a strong total.
- Abbottabad Collapse: Abbottabad struggled in their first innings and were bowled out for just 181 runs. Iftikhar Ahmed took 4 wickets for only 21 runs in 13.4 overs. Niaz Khan also grabbed 4 wickets for 56 runs.
- Waqar Ahmed’s Century: In Peshawar’s second innings, opener Waqar Ahmed scored an unbeaten century (100 not out from 119 balls). Peshawar declared at 194/1, setting Abbottabad a target of 462 runs.
- Final Day Drama: Abbottabad fought hard in their second innings with Yasir Khan scoring 97 runs, but fell short. Mohammad Irfan bowled brilliantly, taking 3 wickets for just 28 runs. Abbottabad were all out for 214, losing by 247 runs.
Match Analysis
Peshawar’s victory was built on two key factors. First, their batting was excellent in both innings. The centuries from Israrullah and Maaz Sadaqat in the first innings gave them a huge total. Then Waqar Ahmed’s unbeaten century in the second innings allowed them to declare quickly and put pressure on Abbottabad.
Second, Peshawar’s bowling was too strong for Abbottabad. Iftikhar Ahmed bowled tight lines and took 4 wickets in the first innings. Niaz Khan was the star bowler with 7 wickets in the match. Mohammad Irfan’s three wickets in the second innings finished the job.
Abbottabad tried their best but could not handle Peshawar’s strong bowling attack. Only Zain Ishaq (60) in the first innings and Yasir Khan (97) in the second innings showed real fight. The rest of the batting lineup struggled against quality bowling.
What’s Next
The fifth round of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025-26 begins on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Matches will be played at venues in Abbottabad, Islamabad, Peshawar, and Rawalpindi. Peshawar will look to continue their winning form and stay at the top of the points table. The tournament features 10 teams playing 46 matches before the final on November 29, 2025.