Defending champions WAPDA and Army have made it to the final of the National Women’s Basketball Championship after defeating Lahore and Karachi in their respective semi-final matches. The tournament, organized by the Pakistan Basketball Federation, is being held at the WAPDA Sports Complex in Lahore.
WAPDA Defeats Lahore to Secure Final Spot
In the first semi-final, defending champions WAPDA continued their dominant run by beating Lahore 65-33. WAPDA’s Hajra Fatima was the standout performer, scoring 24 points, while Kanayat Zafar added 13 points to the team’s total. For Lahore, Aiman Mahmood contributed 10 points, but it was not enough to challenge WAPDA’s lead. Referees Omar Mehmood, Gul Jamal, and Prem Shehzad officiated the match.
Army Overpowers Karachi in the Second Semi-Final
In the second semi-final, Army showcased a strong attacking performance, taking a commanding 38-point lead at halftime. They finished the match with a 59-19 victory over Karachi. Ayesha Dilshad played a key role for the Army, scoring 20 points, while Zobia Shehnaz contributed 10 points to secure the win. Referees Yasir Ghufor, Adeel Raza, and Mohammad Umar supervised the match.
Final to Be Played on December 30
The final of the National Women’s Basketball Championship will take place on December 30 (Monday), where defending champions WAPDA will face Army in a highly anticipated showdown for the title. Both teams have shown impressive performances throughout the tournament, and the final promises to be an exciting contest.
Keep an eye out for more updates as the championship heads toward an exciting finish.
