Rawalpindi, The stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to the President’s Trophy Grade-I cricket tournament, as the Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) and Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) prepare to face off in the final. Scheduled to take place at the Pindi Cricket Stadium from February 9 to 13, the match promises to be a showcase of top-tier cricket, featuring two of the tournament’s standout teams.

According to Pakistan Cricket Board, both WAPDA and SNGPL have earned their spots in the final after leading the points table following seven rounds of intense competition. WAPDA, with a commendable record of five wins from six matches, topped the table with 62 points. Close behind, SNGPL secured their final berth with 57 points, achieved through four wins and one drawn match, showcasing the skill and determination of both teams throughout the tournament.

Iftikhar Ahmed, leading WAPDA, and Asad Shafiq, captain of SNGPL, will be at the helm for their respective teams, bringing their experience and leadership qualities to what is expected to be a closely contested final. Key players to watch include Umar Akmal, WAPDA’s leading run-scorer with 489 runs from six games, and SNGPL’s top batsman Abid Ali, who has tallied 532 runs in six matches.

WAPDA’s bowling attack is spearheaded by left-arm spinner Asif Afridi, who has claimed 32 wickets in five games, making him the second-highest wicket-taker of the tournament. SNGPL boasts a formidable bowling duo in leg-spinner Arif Yaqoob and right-arm pacer Mohammad Ali, both of whom are the team’s joint-highest wicket-takers with 19 wickets each.

Both teams demonstrated their prowess and resilience in the lead-up to the final. WAPDA secured their place after a narrow three-wicket victory against Pakistan Television (PTV) in the last round, while SNGPL confirmed their finals berth with a convincing 109-run win over the Higher Education Commission (HEC).

As cricket fans anticipate the upcoming final, the President’s Trophy is set to deliver an exciting climax, featuring some of the most talented cricketers in the country. The showdown between WAPDA and SNGPL at the Pindi Cricket Stadium will not only crown the tournament’s champions but also celebrate the high standard of cricket competition in Pakistan.