Murtaza Lakda\u2019s team wins in Chillers category, Hatim Aftab\u2019s team secures title in Thrillers division
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\nKarachi is often described as the city that never sleeps, but its nights grow even more vibrant during the holy month of Ramadan, with sports and community activities continuing until the early hours of the morning.
\nOne such celebration of sport unfolded at Ziauddin Park, where a two-day Ramadan RAKA Volleyball Festival brought together more than 40 amateur teams in a lively competition that blended sport with the festive spirit of the city.
\nAccording to event organiser Amina Rashid Khan, the RAKA Volleyball Tournament began as a small gathering among friends with just six teams. Over time, it steadily expanded into a much larger event, now attracting dozens of teams from across the city.
\n\u201cThe idea was not only to compete but to create a space where people could come together, enjoy the game and spend time in a positive environment,\u201d Amina said. \u201cThat\u2019s why the atmosphere here feels more like a festival than just a tournament.\u201d
\nMore than 40 teams featuring male and female participants of different age groups took part in the competition. The event was strictly an amateur tournament, with professional players not allowed to participate, ensuring an even playing field for community-level athletes.
\nTo maintain competitive balance, teams were divided into three categories based on skill level: Chillers, Thrillers and Killers.
\nThe Chillers category featured relatively less experienced players, while the Thrillers division included intermediate-level teams. The top-tier Killers category consisted of the most skilled participants.
\nMurtaza Lakda\u2019s team won the Chillers category, while Hatim Aftab\u2019s team secured the title in the Thrillers division.
\nIn the premier Killers category, Ali Rehman\u2019s team emerged victorious after a series of closely contested matches.
\nSpeaking to Geo News, Ali Rehman said that the competition in the top division was particularly intense because several strong teams were competing for the title.
\n\u201cThe matches were very tough this time,\u201d he said. \u201cWinning the title is a great feeling, but being part of such a wonderful tournament is even more special.\u201d
\nParticipants said they thoroughly enjoyed the event and noted that sports activities in Karachi during Ramadan extend beyond cricket, with volleyball and other games also drawing enthusiastic crowds.
\nThey added that tournaments like the RAKA festival help provide emerging players with opportunities to showcase their talent.
\nThe atmosphere at Ziauddin Park resembled a community fair during the tournament, drawing families and children who gathered to watch the matches and cheer for their favourite teams.
\nAmong them was 13-year-old spectator Ahmed Shahbazkar, who said the event inspired younger players to take an interest in volleyball.
\n\u201cVolleyball is not only for adults,\u201d he said. \u201cKids can play it too. Seeing young players competing here with others has really encouraged me.\u201d
\nThe Ramadan RAKA Volleyball Festival highlighted how sport in Karachi is more than just winning or losing; it is part of the city\u2019s rhythm, bringing communities together and offering young athletes their first steps toward the future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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