Consul General impressed by talent of visually challenged cricketers

DUBAI: Hussain Muhammad, Consul General at Pakistan Consulate General, Dubai, was the chief guest at the post match presentation ceremony of the second match in the Pakistan-India Blind Cricket T-20 International Series, played at the ICC Cricket Academy.

The consul general said that people of Pakistan and India always enjoy cricket matches between the two countries, but this match had impressed him a lot. “It was for the first time that I watched a live match played by visually challenged players and their talent has really impressed me a lot. Dubai is a hub for trade, sports and diplomacy that provides an ideal environment for such type of healthy and positive activities among the neighbouring countries”, he said.

Hussain Muhammad said that cricket and all other sports give the message of peace and promote love amongst people by dispelling misunderstandings and hatred. Congratulating the winning Indian team, the Consul General appreciated the players of Pakistan team for their efforts and also winning the first match of the three-match series.

“Both the teams played well today. We look forward to a sensational and decisive final match of the tournament taking place on Sunday,” he said.

The Consul General met players of both teams and also presented trophies to men of the matches.

Syed Sultan Shah, Chairman Pakistan Blind Cricket Council, presented a memento to the chief guest.