London Media triumphs over SJAL in friendly match at Governor House

 London Media triumphs over SJAL in friendly match at Governor House

Asher Butt 

The London Media cricket team emerged victorious against Sports Journalists Association of Lahore (SJAL) in a friendly cricket match played at Governor House, Lahore, winning by 10 runs under the Duckworth-Lewis (D/L) method.

The match brought together sports journalists from both Lahore and London, fostering camaraderie and sportsmanship.

London Media set a target of 70 runs in their allotted five overs. SJAL, in response, had scored 20 runs when rain interrupted the match, leading to the application of the D/L method and London Media's victory.

Sardar Faizan and Sardar Haseeb represented the Governor of Punjab at the event.

Khawaja Nadeem Ahmed, President of the Lahore Region Cricket Association, distributed prizes among the players.

Ghulam Hussain Awan, captain of London Media, and Aqeel Ahmed, captain of SJAL, emphasized the importance of such matches in enhancing mutual relations.

Ghulam Hussain Awan (London Media Captain) said: "These matches are crucial for improving mutual relations."

Aqeel Ahmed (Sajal Captain) stressed: "We enjoyed the friendly competition and the opportunity to connect."

The prize distribution ceremony saw the presence of Sardar Faizan and Sardar Haseeb, representing the Governor of Punjab, alongside Khawaja Nadeem Ahmed.