The first-ever blind cricket training camp in Afghanistan commenced in Jalalabad on August 6. This initiative was led by Syed Sultan Shah, the chairman of the Pakistan Blind Cricket Council (PBCC) and President of the World Blind Cricket Council (WBCC).
The PBCC provided full funding for the camp, covering the costs of training kits, cricket gear, boarding, lodging, and travel expenses for the players. Syed Sultan Shah stated, “We’re also proud to have sent two legendary international cricketers and coaches of Pakistan – Masood Jan and Sanaullah Khan to coach and mentor the aspiring Afghan blind cricketers.”
The training camp will run for 11 days, concluding on August 16. This initiative is part of the PBCC's ongoing efforts to promote blind cricket in the region. The PBCC has previously established blind cricket teams in Bangladesh and Nepal in 2006 and 2008, respectively. Both teams have competed in multiple Blind Cricket World Cups.
“The PBCC remains committed to nurturing talent and expanding the reach of blind cricket throughout the region,” added Shah, highlighting the council's dedication to fostering the development of blind cricket in various countries.
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