Khanewal Wins Southern Punjab’s First Indoor Double-wicket Wheelchair Cricket Tournament
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Khanewal has emerged victorious in the inaugural indoor double-wicket wheelchair cricket tournament held in Southern Punjab, defeating Bahawalnagar in a thrilling final on Sunday.
The event, organized by the Mainstream Association of Persons with Disabilities (MAPD) in collaboration with the Sukh Development Foundation, witnessed participation from 10 teams representing various districts across southern Punjab, including Multan, Bahawalpur, Kot Addu, Muzaffargarh, Dera Ghazi Khan, Khanewal, Vehari, Bahawalnagar, Layyah, and another district.
Cash prizes and trophies were distributed to the winning and runners-up teams during the closing ceremony attended by notable figures such as Kashif Mehnaz (father of international cricketer Sameer Mehnaz), Dr. Haroon Khurshid Pasha (renowned surgeon), Malik Anwar Ali (PML-N leader), and Syed Raza Shah (MAPD board member). The tournament gained support from the Pakistan Wheelchair Cricket Council and the Pakistan Sports Association of Persons with Disabilities.
National, international, and domestic cricketers participated, highlighting the event's significance.
In his address at the closing ceremony, Kashif Mehnaz emphasized the role of sports in boosting confidence and inclusion among individuals with disabilities. Dr. Haroon Khurshid Pasha noted that physical disability should not define a person's capabilities, emphasizing the need for collective efforts to integrate people with disabilities into society.
Nadir Khan, MAPD President, stated that the tournament aimed to promote social inclusion through sports, conveying the message that individuals with disabilities could lead fulfilling lives with the right opportunities. International cricketer Ahmed Yar expressed optimism about the potential of talented players emerging from such events to represent Pakistan on the global stage.