The stage is set for the grand finale of Pakistan’s premier first-class competition, with the finalists of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025/26 now confirmed.
After nine action-packed rounds, Karachi Blues and defending champions Sialkot will contest the title in what promises to be a fitting climax to the season.
Karachi Blues, carrying the weight of a proud cricketing legacy, were the first to secure their place in the final of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025/26. Under the leadership of Saud Shakeel, they combined disciplined cricket with a blend of seasoned performers and emerging talent to finish atop the table, recording five wins, two losses, and two draws.
Sialkot, meanwhile, rode their fortune in the final round to reach the decider. The defending champions were under pressure from Faisalabad, who faced Bahawalpur in a must-win clash. Against all odds, Bahawalpur chased down a 310-run target in the fourth innings, handing Sialkot the lifeline they needed. Sialkot closed their group-stage campaign with five wins and three draws.
The Quaid-e-Azam Trophy final will run from November 29 to December 2.
For domestic fans, the contest offers exactly what they crave: two in-form sides, rich with emerging talent, seasoned campaigners, and players eager to catch the selectors’ eye.
With conditions expected to play a decisive role and both teams entering with strong momentum, the clash is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated finals in recent years. Karachi Blues will lean on their depth and big-match temperament, while Sialkot are poised to challenge with the aggressive, fearless cricket that has defined their season.
As Pakistan continues to emphasize the importance of its domestic structure, this final provides the perfect showcase — a chance for young players to elevate their careers and for teams to assert their authority in the nation’s oldest and most prestigious first-class tournament.
All eyes now turn to the showdown, where Karachi Blues and Sialkot will battle not only for the trophy but for a place in Pakistan’s storied domestic cricket history.