Online
Islamabad
Six teams which include five from AJK and one of Kashmiri Diaspora will participate in T-20 tournament commencing in Azad Jammu and Kashmir on April 1 next year.
The teams are: Muzaffarabad Tigers, Mirpur Royals, Kotli Panthers, Rawalakot Hawks, Bagh Stallions and Overseas Warriors. The official logo titled “Khelo Azadi Say” was also unveiled at the opening ceremony.
Azad Jammu and Kashmir President Sardar Masood Khan while addressing the ceremony said Kashmiri people are sports lovers and this event will be another platform for Kashmiri youth to show their talent.
He assured that his government will provide all possible assistance and cooperation for successful conduct of the event.
He thanked Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir for its efforts to highlight Kashmir cause in the world and for KPL as well. He said Pakistan and Kashmir are not complete without each other.
Accepting request of Chairman Kashmir Committee Shehryar Afridi, the AJK president said he will supervise the KPL as Pattern-In-chief.
Shehryar Khan Afridi said the government of Pakistan and Kashmir Committee will fully support for successful holding of the event as this event is linked with Kashmir. He said like Pakistan Super League, KPL will also be a success.
Former Captain Pakistan Cricket Team Shahid Afridi, on the occasion, said he is extremely happy over the launch of the KPL, and feels honored to be its Brand Ambassador.
Former Bowling Coach of Pakistan Cricket Team Azhar Mahmood also expressed his commitment to work enthusiastically as head coach of KPL.
