The cricket tournament held at the Sahiwal Power Plant serves as an excellent example of how sports can be used as a healthy and encouraging activity in a workplace setting. This event not only helped foster teamwork among employees but also reinforced the importance of physical fitness and mental well-being, while creating a sense of unity and healthy competition. Moreover, showing friendship and good relationship between Pakistani and Chinese Cultures.
Team Auxiliary control operations (ACO) beat Team Administration by 8 runs in the final match of Huaneng Cricket Tournament 2024 organized by Operation Department of Sahiwal Coal Fired Power Plant. The final match between Team ACO and Team Administration was an exciting 8-over contest.
Team Administration won the toss and chose to bowl first. Team ACO posted a formidable total of 96-4. Highest scorer from Team ACO was Touseef Khan, who scored an unbeaten 28 runs. Hafiz Shehzad from Team Admin took 3 wickets. In response, Team Admin fought valiantly but fell short, scoring 87-3. Abdul Rauf Bhatti continued his stellar form, scoring 28 runs, but it was not enough to chase down the target. Touseef Khan capped off a spectacular all-round performance by taking 2 key wickets, securing the victory for Team ACO.The tournament concluded with an award ceremony, where the CEO of Sahiwal Coal-Fired Power Plant, Mr. Li Xin, presented the trophy to the winning Team ACO. Vice President, Mr. Huang Xuewen handed over the trophy to the runners-up, Team Administration.
The event featured six matches with four participating teams: Team Central Control Operation (CCO), Team Administration, Team Auxiliary Control Operation (ACO), and Team Maintenance. The format was fast-paced, with five matches of 6 overs each and a grand final match of 8 overs. The tournament turned out to be a great opportunity for employees to showcase their skills, teamwork, and passion for cricket.
The tournament kicked off with a face-off between Team Central Control Operation (CCO) and Team Administration. Team Administration won the toss and chose to bowl first. Team CCO posted a competitive total of 98-3 in their 6 overs, with Armaghan emerging as the top scorer with 36 runs. Asif from the Administration team shined with the ball, taking 2 crucial wickets. In reply, Team Administration chased down the target confidently, winning the match by 6 wickets. Kamil Khan played a match-winning knock of 55 runs, steering his team to victory. Fahan Ahmed and Aaquib chipped in with a wicket each.
The second match saw Team Auxiliary Control Operation (ACO) go up against Team Maintenance. Team Maintenance won the toss and opted to bowl first. Team ACO capitalized on their batting, putting up an impressive total of 103-3. Rehmanullah stole the show with a stellar innings of 61 runs. Team Maintenance, in response, could only manage 84-1 despite a valiant effort from Ali Yasoob, who scored 51 runs. Furqan from Maintenance impressed with the ball, taking 2 wickets, while Abrar from ACO contributed with a wicket as well. ACO secured a comfortable victory by 19 runs.
The winners of the first two matches, Team Administration and Team ACO, clashed to determine the first finalist. Team Administration won the toss and chose to bowl. Batting first, Team ACO put on a commanding total of 122-4. Team Administration fought hard but fell short, scoring 102-3. With this win, Team ACO secured their spot in the final. The first eliminator was played between Team CCO and Team Maintenance (the losers of the first two matches). Team CCO won the toss and opted to bat first. They posted a modest total of 89-1 with Farhan scoring 22 runs. Team Maintenance chased the target comfortably, winning the match in just 5.4 overs without losing a single wicket. With this win, Team Maintenance advanced to the next eliminator, knocking Team CCO out of the tournament. The second eliminator featured a showdown between Team Administration and Team Maintenance. Team Maintenance won the toss and chose to bowl first. Team Administration capitalized on their strong batting lineup, scoring 103-2. Chasing the target, Team Maintenance struggled to build momentum and could only manage 67-1. With this victory, Team Administration earned their place in the final against Team ACO. In the final match, Team Auxiliary control operations (ACO) beat Team Administration after a nail-biting content. The Sahiwal Power Plant cricket tournament provided employees with the opportunity to engage in a physically demanding sport, promoting cardiovascular health, strength, and endurance.
The tournament ended on a high note, leaving participants and spectators with unforgettable memories. With such enthusiasm and talent on display, everyone eagerly looks forward to future editions of the Huaneng Cricket Tournament. Events like these play a vital role in promoting work-life balance, reducing stress, and enhancing morale in the workplace. Such tournaments reflect the importance of recreation and team-building activities in creating a positive and productive work environment.
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