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Northern cricket team was a domestic cricket team in Pakistan representing Rawalpindi Division, Islamabad Capital Territory, Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu & Kashmir. It competed in domestic first-class, List A and T20 cricket competitions, namely the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, Pakistan Cup and National T20 Cup. The team was operated by the Northern Cricket Association.
History
The team was introduced as a part of the new domestic structure announced by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on 31 August 2019. On 3 September 2019, PCB confirmed the first squad of the team.
2019/20 season
Northern were runners-up in the 2019–20 Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, and won the National T20 Cup, defeating Balochistan by 52 runs in the final. The Pakistan Cup was cancelled this season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020/21 season
Northern finished in fifth place in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, and were losing semi-finalists in both the Pakistan Cup and the National T20 Cup.
The team is known for producing talented cricketers who have gone on to represent the national team. With a strong focus on developing young talent, Northern has a reputation for nurturing promising players and providing them with opportunities to showcase their skills at the highest level.
Northern boasts a rich history of success in domestic cricket, with a number of championship titles to their name. The team is known for its competitive spirit, strong teamwork, and dedication to the game.
With a talented roster of players and a passionate fan base, Pakistan cricket team "Northern" continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the domestic cricket scene.