Munch Bakery routs Jamco to triumph in final

Munch Bakery routed Jamco by 7 wickets in the final to bag the Afternoon League title sponsored by Ace Travel & Tours and organized by the Jeddah Cricket Association.
Jamco’s decision to bat first after winning the toss back fired as both their prolific openers Khurram and Faisal were back in the pavilion with the score at 23.
Tariq (41) and Tahir (15) kept the scoreboard ticking with singles and two’s and took the score to 50. Later it was left to Nazim (34), Sarfaraz (29), Ilyas (20 not out) and Shiraz (17 not out) who propped up the innings and gave their team a fighting chance to put on board 212 from their stipulated 25 overs. Umar got 3 for 36, while Saleem, Mubashir and Tariq shared took a wicket each.
Munch Bakery openers Tariq (55) and Mubeen (57) gave their team a flying start and put up 85 runs for the first wicket. Later, Saleem scored a quick-fire unbeaten 38 with the help of Zail-ul-Salikeen who got 22. Mustafa gave the finishing touches which included 2 sixes and a four off in one over, which enabled the Bakerymen to reach the target win 3 overs to spare. Tahir claimed all 3 wickets, which fell for 50 runs.
In a battle for the third place, Young Stars set Peeran XI a target of 181 for victory for the loss of 2 wickets. Arsalan scored a match winning 104 runs.
In reply, Peeran made a fight of it but fell short by 4 runs as they managed 177 runs. Adnan (43), Abdul Ahad (36) and Kareem (26) led the run chase. Nadeem and Bilal claimed 2 wickets each while Arsalan, Bilal, Pervez and Yaser claimed a wicket each.
Favorites score wins
Natco, Kanoo Travel, Deccan Knights and Jawar Al Jazirah scored victories in Ace Travel Cup Premier Division morning session matches.
Deccan Knights were shot out for paltry 137 but Micro Engineering did not do any better and was skittled out for 102 runs. For Deccan Knights Afroz (21), Sohail (45) and Imran (29) batted sensibly. Khaja had 4 for 20. Jawad took 3 for 22 and Mujahed 2 for 24.
In reply Micro Engineering lost both openers in the first over from which they never recovered. Ilyas (28) was the lone batsman who put up a fight while the rest caved in to the guiles of Sohail (3 for 24), Ayaz (2 for 5) and Afroz (2 for 21) to give Deccan Knights an exciting win in a low scoring match.
In another match Natco got the better of ICC Irfan Basha by 4 wickets. ICC posted 179 for 6. Thanks to Raheel (53), Azhar (29) and Babar (31) Imran and Humayun Farooq claimed 2 wickets each. In reply Natco skipper Humayun Farooq led from the front and played an important role with an unbeaten 77. Fahad (22) and Hussain (27) were the other run getters, who helped Natco score 180 runs. Irfan picked up 2 for 37.
Elsewhere, Tamar put up 214 for 6 against Kanoo Travel. Afroz top-scored with 74 runs, followed by Rayees (45), Anwar Khan (34) and Shahid (31). Haroon and Shahid shared 4 wickets.
In reply Kanoo Travel scored 215 for 6 with 2 overs to spare. Irshad anchored the innings with an impressive 75. Later, Akbar (32) and Mazhar (62) ensured Kanoo victory. Afroz and Waseem claimed 2 wickets each. Kanoo won by 4 wickets.
Jawar Al Jazirah scored a comfortable 18-run win over Tilismat after they set a target of 191 runs. Thanks to Adnan who scored a splendid knock off 96. The winners at one stage were tottering at 40 for 4. Abdullah bagged 2 for 36.
In reply Zinda Tilismat fought well despite losing Irfan early. Javed (31), Saeed (46) and Sarfaraz (32) put up firm resistance and made winners work hard for victory as they totaled 173 runs. Adel picked up 3 for 33.
Meeting
The JCA recently held its 4th General Body Meeting, which was attended by members of its executive committee and member clubs. President Mohammed Iqbal stated that 2012-13 was a very successful and trouble free year – credit for which goes to all member clubs. He further stated that he along with all executive committee members will work together to ensure JCA continues to progress on its successful path and reach greater heights. In terms of sponsorship the year 2011-12 was less successful than 2010-11 but still JCA posted a reasonable surplus of income over expenditure as can be seen from the audited financial statement. He thanked all sponsors for their continued support. He also stressed that all matches should be limited to 20 overs.
Vice President Aijaz Khan thanked all member clubs for attending the meeting. He suggested that JCA needs voluntary members to come forward and share in the responsibilities of the committee and they would be co-opted in the committee. He thanked all sponsors — Ace Travel, Jotun, Kanoo for their continued support and requested member clubs to come forward with more prospective sponsors in future.
Chairman Dr. Faiz Al Abideen and Vice Chairman could not attend this AGM due to their prior business commitments abroad.