Nixor Clinches Emphatic Victory Against FPS

ESL Season 2

Nixor Clinches Emphatic Victory Against FPS

In another thrilling T20 clash of the Empower Super League season 2, Nixor defeated FPS by a commanding 121 runs, powered by a sensational century from Abdullah Shiraz and a clinical bowling performance led by Azan. The match, held at Al Nadi Al Burhani Ground, showcased Nixor’s dominance in both batting and bowling departments.

Nixor’s Record-Breaking Batting Display

Asked to bat first, Nixor posted a mammoth total of 263/2 in their 20 overs, courtesy of Abdullah Shiraz’s explosive knock of 163 not out off just 67 balls, featuring 18 fours and 10 sixes. Shiraz’s innings, with a strike rate of 243.28, was supported by useful contributions from Ammar and Hamza.

Nixor Batting Performance:

Batter Run B 4s 6s S/R
Abdullah Shiraz 163 67 18 10 243.28
Usman 22 21 2 0 104.76
Ammar 25 19 1 2 131.58
Hamza 25 18 1 2 138.89
Extras 23 (6lb, 2b, 5nb, 10wd)
Total 263/2 (20.0 Overs)

FPS Bowlers Struggle to Contain Onslaught

Despite their efforts, FPS bowlers faced the wrath of Nixor’s batting lineup. Hassan Faheem was the most economical, claiming 1/31 in his four overs. Abdullah Shiraz’s explosive batting saw most bowlers conceding over 12 runs per over.

FPS Bowling Performance:

Bowler O M R W Econ
Ali Naqvi 3.0 0 39 0 13.00
Muhammad Imran 3.5 0 59 0 15.39
Hassan Faheem 4.0 0 31 1 7.75
Abdullah 3.1 0 46 0 14.53
Ahmed Fahad 1.0 0 14 0 14.00
Aariz Adeel 4.0 0 48 0 12.00
Ryan 1.0 0 13 1 13.00

FPS’ Chase Falters

In response, FPS struggled to keep pace, managing just 142/8 in their 20 overs. Despite promising starts from Shahzain (23 off 21) and Hassan (22 off 20), no batter managed to convert their innings into a match-winning contribution. Nixor’s bowlers, particularly Azan, ensured a regular fall of wickets.

FPS Batting Performance:

Batter Run B 4s 6s S/R
Aariz Adeel 17 23 3 0 73.91
Shahzain 23 21 3 0 109.52
Hassan 22 20 4 0 110.00
Arish 12 15 2 0 80.00
Abdullah 9 11 1 0 81.82
Ryan 7 9 1 0 77.78
Usman 13 6 1 1 216.67
Ali Naqvi 7 10 0 0 70.00
Muhammad Imran 6 3 1 0 200.00
Huzaifa 1 4 0 0 25.00
Extras 25 (2lb, 2nb, 21wd)
Total 142/8 (20.0 Overs)

Fall of Wickets:

1-53 (Shahzain, 6.3 Ov), 2-66 (Aariz Adeel, 8.2 Ov), 3-82 (Hassan, 11.3 Ov), 4-101 (Arish, 14.1 Ov), 5-111 (Abdullah, 15.4 Ov), 6-117 (Ryan, 16.3 Ov), 7-129 (Usman, 18.2 Ov), 8-136 (Muhammad Imran, 18.5 Ov).

Nixor’s Bowlers Shine

Azan emerged as the star bowler, taking 4/20 in his four overs with an impressive economy of 5.00. Rayyan supported with 2/21 in his spell.

Nixor Bowling Performance:

Bowler O M R W Econ
Arhaan 2.0 0 17 0 8.50
Ismail 2.0 0 13 0 6.50
Rayyan 4.0 0 21 2 5.25
Hammad 3.0 0 29 0 9.67
Abdullah Shiraz 3.0 0 27 2 9.00
Azan 4.0 0 20 4 5.00
Hamza 2.0 0 13 0 6.5

Summary

Match Result: Nixor won by 121 runs
Player of the Match: Abdullah Shiraz (163* off 67 balls)

Nixor’s next assignment of the Empower Super League Season 2 will be against Lyceum while FPS will look to bounce back against the same opposition on January 20th.

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