A quick-fire half century by Sohail Akhtar and magical bowling by Asad Rafique guided Rawalpindi Qalandars in an important match of Lahore Qalandars player development program in Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on Monday.

Sohail Akhtar smashed four 6s and smashed seven strokes to boundary for his 43-ball-76.

Akhtar’s innings helped Rawalpindi Qalandars post 169/6 in 20 overs. Rawalpindi’s innings was boosted by Tahir Baig towards end who scored an unbeaten 33 off 20.

In response, Gujranwala Qalandars was blowed out for 127 in 19th over as Asad Rafique sent four Gujranwala batsmen back to pavilion. Usaid Amin, with 42 against his name, was top scorer for his side.

The second match of the day is being played between Faisalabad Qalandars and Lahore Qalandars which can be followed live on social media forums of Lahore Qalandars.