Bahawalpur Region vs Lahore Whites: Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025 - Match Updates

Lahore Whites are coming into this year's tournament with a squad of experienced players who have consistently performed well in local cricket. Their challenge against the young and talented Bahawalpur Region will test their strength on November 17th. This will be a big challenge for them, although Bahawalpur has shown promise.

Lahore Whites are one of the best competitors for the title, led by Saad Naseem. With a balanced team, they aim to dominate Bahawalpur. The Bahawalpur Region, led by Saifullah Bangash, is full of rising stars who could shift the game. The game will be a decisive test for the two teams.

Points Table:

Teams	M	W	L	N/R	PT
Lahore Whites	5	1	1	3	63
Bahawalpur Region	5	1	1	3	59

Recent Performance:

Bahawalpur Region (Last Five Matches):

• October 30, 2025, 24th Match, Bahawalpur Region vs Karachi Blues – Bahawalpur R won by 8 wickets
   
• October 24, 2025, 18th Match, Bahawalpur Region vs Multan Region – Match drawn
   
• October 18, 2025, 12th Match, Bahawalpur Region vs Peshawar Region – Peshawar won by 8 wickets
   
• October 12, 2025, 7th Match, Bahawalpur Region vs Islamabad Region – Match drawn
   
• October 06, 2025, 1st Match, Bahawalpur Region vs Abbottabad Region – Match drawn

Lahore Whites (Last Five Matches):

• November 05, 2025, 28th Match, Lahore Region Whites vs Faisalabad – Faisalabad won by 4 wickets
   
• October 30, 2025, 25th Match, Lahore Region Whites vs Multan – Lahore Whites won by 6 wickets
   
• October 24, 2025, 19th Match, Lahore Region Whites vs Karachi Region Blues – Match drawn
   
• October 18, 2025, 13th Match, Lahore Region Whites vs Sialkot Region – Sialkot Region won by 284 runs
   
• October 12, 2025, 6th Match, Lahore Region Whites vs Abbottabad Region – Match drawn

Bahawalpur Region Full Squad

Saifullah Bangash (c) (wk), Muhammad Imran Randhawa, Ali Hamza Waseem, Gulfam Aziz, Mehran Sanwal, Mohammad Alamgir, Mohammad Ammar, Mohammad Azab, Mohammad Faizan Zafar, Mohammad Junaid, Mohammad Shahriyar, Mubasir Khan (Guest), Rana Burhan Basharat, Saad Khan (Guest), and Salman Hassan

Lahore Whites Full Squad

Saad Naseem (c), Abid Ali, Ahmad Bashir, Ali Zaryab Asif, Attyab Ahmed, Haseeb-ur-Rehman, Hussain Talat, Junaid Ali (wk), Mohammad Abbas, Mohammad Rameez Jnr, Mohammad Salman, Naseem Shah, Tayyab Tahir, Ubaid Shah, and Umar Siddiq (Guest)

Key Players to Watch in Lahore Whites

Lahore Whites have numerous star players who are likely to make a big difference. Abid Ali is an experienced opener and will lead the innings of Lahore. His experience will likely put a strict tone to other members of the team.  

In the middle order, Captain Saad Naseem will feature in the middle. His regular attendance in the matches and ability to anchor the innings are very crucial to the team.  

Mohammad Abbas shall be at the forefront in bowling. Known as a meticulous man, he tries to subtract unions and decide the speed of the game. 

These are some of the key players who will play a crucial role in the quest of victory by Lahore Whites due to their balanced team.

Key Players to Watch in Bahawalpur Region

Bahawalpur Region also has a strong force. The inclusion of Captain Saifullah Bangash as a batsman and wicketkeeper will be crucial not only to the team's success but also for his leadership skills and experience.

Ali Hamza Waseem and Gulfam Aziz will be of great significance in the batting front, with both having promise and being in a position to strike quick scores where necessary.

On the bowling front, Mohammad Alamgir and Mohammad Ammar will need to set up and curb the batting of the Whites and take vital wickets.

Mubasir Khan and Taimur Khan are young talents of Bahawalpur, and fans and selectors will be keen on watching the performances of these players, who can turn the tide.

Final Words

Lahore Whites have a strong squad, while Bahawalpur Region will rely on Captain Saifullah Bangash and young talents like Mubasir Khan to make a difference.

The game is crucial for both teams as they aim to climb in the points table. Every run and wicket will count as the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025 nears the knockout stages. The spectators will be assured of an exciting match, and they will both be on the spot to perform.

As the match progresses, we will find out whether Bahawalpur Region can surprise and overcome, or whether Lahore Whites will maintain their dominance and win.