DUBAI: Karachi Kings’ owner, Salman Iqbal, has announced a new international cricket league called the 90-Ninety Bash, which is set to launch in 2022.
Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, the chairman of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), has approved the new cricket league. The signing ceremony was held in Abu Dhabi.
Announced #90ninetybash cricket league the first of its to be held in #Sharjah cricket stadium. The ceremony was attended by HH Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak al Nahyan along with the league owners: Myself, Mr Bukhatir and Mr Imran.Get ready for this exciting new format! #UAE pic.twitter.com/bQp3eXpjzP
— Salman Iqbal ARY (@Salman_ARY) June 24, 2021
ECB vice-chairman, Mr Khalid Zarooni, Salman Iqbal, Mr Abdul Rehman Bukhatir, Mr Khalaf Bukhatir and General Secretary Abu Dhabi Sports Council Mr Aref Al Awani witnessed the signing ceremony.
The agreement signed between Sharjah-based Century Events, Sports FZC and Emirates Cricket Board is a first-of-its-kind exciting 90-ball annual cricket league to be held in Sharjah.
Speaking on the groundbreaking occasion, Salman Iqbal said, “Sport has evolved over the years, and the time has come for cricket to take another leap of faith. We believe we have something brand new to offer, and the entire team expects the tournament to be a grand success.”
According to details, the preparation for cricket’s latest format is in motion, and many cricketing superstars have shown their interest in taking part in the exciting tournament. The dates of the tournament have not been confirmed yet, but the tournament is scheduled to hold its inaugural edition early next year.
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