Sialkot Region delivered a commanding performance to defeat Lahore Region Whites by 284 runs in the 13th match of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025 at Diamond Club Ground, Islamabad. After declaring their second innings at 402/6, Sialkot bowled out Lahore Whites for just 105 runs, completing victory on October 21, 2025. Mohammad Ali’s five-wicket haul and Mohsin Riaz’s century powered the defending champions to a dominant win.
Source: ESPNcricinfo, CricketWorld.com
Match Scorecard
| Team | 1st Innings | 2nd Innings | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sialkot Region | 222 (70.5 overs) | 402/6d (88.3 overs) | Won by 284 runs |
| Lahore Region Whites | 235 (70 overs) | 105 (35.5 overs) | Lost |
Match Details:
- Venue: Diamond Club Ground, Islamabad
- Dates: October 18-21, 2025
- Toss: Lahore Region Whites (elected to field)
- Points: Sialkot Region 22, Lahore Region Whites 6
Top Performers
| Player | Team | Role | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Ali | Sialkot | Bowler | 5/24 (10.5 overs) in 2nd innings |
| Mohsin Riaz | Sialkot | Batsman | 100* (99 balls, 15 fours, 1 six) |
| Muhammad Hurraira | Sialkot | Batsman | 90 (157 balls, 16 fours) |
| Aashar Mehmood | Sialkot | Batsman | 79 (110 balls, 12 fours, 1 six) |
| Haseeb-ur-Rehman | Lahore Whites | Bowler | 4/47 in 1st innings |
| Mohammad Hasnain | Sialkot | Bowler | 4/42 in 1st innings |
Key Moments
- First Innings Battle: Lahore Whites took a narrow 13-run lead after bowling out Sialkot for 222. Haseeb-ur-Rehman starred with 4/47, while Mohammad Hasnain responded with 4/42 for Sialkot.
- Hurraira’s Foundation: Muhammad Hurraira provided a solid start in Sialkot’s second innings with 90 runs off 157 balls, hitting 16 boundaries.
- Mohsin’s Masterclass: Mohsin Riaz anchored the innings with an unbeaten century, scoring 100 off just 99 balls with 15 fours and a six. His aggressive batting helped Sialkot declare at 402/6.
- Big Partnership: Hurraira and Aashar Mehmood added 146 runs for the second wicket, turning the match in Sialkot’s favor.
- Mohammad Ali’s Demolition: Chasing 390 runs, Lahore Whites collapsed to 105 all out. Mohammad Ali destroyed their batting lineup with a brilliant spell of 5/24 in 10.5 overs.
- Support Act: Athar Mahmood claimed 3/23, while Mohammad Hasnain and Amad Butt picked up one wicket each as Sialkot wrapped up victory inside 36 overs.
Match Analysis
Sialkot Region showed why they are the defending champions with a complete team performance. After struggling in the first innings and conceding a small lead, they bounced back strongly in their second innings. The opening partnership and Mohsin Riaz’s explosive century changed the game completely.
The turning point came when Sialkot posted 402/6 declared, setting Lahore Whites a challenging target of 390 runs. Mohammad Ali then produced a match-winning spell, taking five wickets for just 24 runs. His pace and accuracy proved too much for the Lahore batting lineup.
Lahore Whites failed to build partnerships in their chase. Their highest scorer in the second innings was Junaid Ali with just 23 runs. The team folded for 105, their lowest score of the match, as they lost their last five wickets for just seven runs.
What’s Next
Sialkot Region earned 22 points from this victory and strengthened their position in the tournament standings. They will next face Islamabad Region in the 17th match at Rawalpindi from October 24-27, 2025.
Lahore Region Whites, who earned six points from this match, will look to bounce back when they face Karachi Region Blues in the 19th match at Abbottabad Cricket Stadium from October 24-27, 2025.
The Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025/26 continues with matches scheduled across multiple venues in Pakistan, with the final set to take place from November 29 to December 3, 2025.