Kathmandu: The “9 th Edition of Nepal-Pakistan Friendship T20 Cricket Tournament- 2024” was jointly inaugurated by Ambassador of Pakistan, H.E Abrar Hussain Hashmi, Mr. Binaya Raj Pandey, former President of Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) and Mr. Ujjal Raj Bhandary, Deputy CEO of Himalayan Bank Limited, March 02, 2024.
Addressing the ceremony, Mr. Binaya Raj Pandey and Mr. Ujjal Raj Bhandary appreciated the Pakistan Embassy for successfully organizing the event every year since 2014.

Both Pandey and Bhandary on the occasion highlighted the potential of cricket and sports in bringing the youth of two countries together. They also lauded the efforts of Pakistan for promoting sports and education to enhance healthy activities amongst youth.

In his remarks, H.E the Pakistan Ambassador in Nepal Abrar H Hashmi said that the cricket is not just a sport, but it also serves as a platform to bring people together and fosters spirit of camaraderie and teamwork. He further stated that this event would contribute to further deepening the friendly ties between the two countries especially amongst youth. Ambassador Hashmi thanked the distinguished guests, organizing committee and the Himalayan Bank Limited for their support in organizing the event.

This year twelve cricket teams are participating in the nine-day event. The Tournament is scheduled to conclude on 10 th March 2024. The event will be streamed live on Nepalese channel “Mithila Nepal TV”.

# Press release issued by the Embassy of Pakistan on 02 March 2024: Upadhyaya.