State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and Higher Education Commission (HEC) will feature in the four-day final of the Patron's Trophy Grade-II tournament which will get underway at the Pindi Stadium, Rawalpindi from Thursday (May 2).
The star-studded State Bank outfit outplayed Pakistan Navy with-in two days to sail through the final; HEC on the other hand had to fight till the very last moments of the third day to overcome Sabir's Poultry in the other semi-final.
HEC captain Asfand Mehran is looking forward to a competitive final against State Bank. He hopes that his team will continue the good work in the big game. "I don't want to single out anyone in particular as everyone including the management, the reserve players and the eleven that has featured in the games leading up to the final have put in a big effort. We hope to continue the same way against a formidable opponent in the final. State Bank will be a challenge for us but I have full confidence in my players," Asfand said.
State Bank is being captained by Pakistan ODI batsman Saad Ali who made his international debut in the recently concluded ODI series against Australia in the UAE. Saad praised his team's combined effort and is hopeful of a similar show in the final.
"We are one match away from winning the title and are focused on the game. I also want to thank our management for their unflinching support throughout the season." Saad said.
The winner of the final will get Rs 500,000; runners-up Rs 250,000, Player of the final Rs 50,000; best batsman Rs 50,000; best bowler Rs 50,000 and best wicketkeeper to get Rs 50,000.
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