- Urdu version of the media release attached here
Lahore, 6 October 2023: Mr Zaka Ashraf, Chairman Management Committee PCB, hosted Pakistan Blind Cricket team and their officials today at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore to honour the team winning Gold medal at the International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) World Games 2023, held in Birmingham.
Pakistan Blind cricket team demonstrated skills and resilience in the IBSA World Games, emerging as the champions beating India twice in the tournament.
In the T20 format, in a five-team tournament, Pakistan remained unbeaten and defeated India, Bangladesh, Australia and England before clinching the medal by defeating India again by eight wickets on 26 August 2023.
In recognition of their remarkable success, Mr Zaka Ashraf, presented each player and official with a cheque of PKR three hundred thousand as a token of appreciation and encouragement for their continued dedication to the sport.
Chairman PCB Management Committee, Mr. Zaka Ashraf: “I want to express my heartfelt admiration for the blind cricketers and their officials. The achievements of our Blind Cricket Team are a testament to the unwavering commitment of our athletes to overcome challenges and reach for excellence.
“The PCB will continue to support blind cricket, promoting diversity and inclusivity within the cricketing community.”
