In the ongoing TCI North Kashmir Invitation Cup Sopore , United Gymkhana defeats Affarwat-XI by 9 runs in a nail bitting contest at Khushaal Stadium Sopore here today.After winning the toss United Gymkhana opt bat first and were bundled out for 126 runs.
Tanveer emerged as highest scorer with 28 runs while while Shakir 22 runs for United Gymkhana. Abid Gani and Showkat Bhat remains highest wicket taking bowlers for Affarwat-XI with 2 wickets each.
In reply Affarwat-XI fell short of 9 runs to reach the victory target of 127 runs and managed to score 118 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in alloted 20 overs .Ashiq played a knock of 42 runs for Affarwat-XI while Waheed Bashir added 19 runs .
Shahid took 3 wickets for United Gymkhana and was declared plsyer of the match.
