KPL to help unearth cricket talent from AJK, Shehzad Akhtar.

ISLAMABAD -- Azad Jammu and Kashmir's (AJK) youth will get a perfect chance to showcase their cricket skills at the top level as professional cricket activities are set to commence with the launch of Kashmir Premier League (KPL) from April 1-10, 2021 in Mirpur and Muzaffarabad.

The league, sanctioned by Pakistan Cricket Board and to be played on T-20 format will see six outfits clashing for the top honours. The teams include Muzaffarabad Tigers, Mirpur Royals, Kotli Panthers, Rawalakot Hawks, Bagh Stallions and Overseas Warriors.

'The league is an initiative to promote the domestic cricket in Pakistan and highlight the talent and natural magnificence of Kashmir,' Ch. Shehzad Akhtar, chief executive officer KPL said while opening the office of the league in Islamabad on Sunday.

He said KPL would help unearth natural talent from AJK, which could be further groomed. 'KPL is the first mega cricketing event, highlighting the importance and talent of Kashmir at the national and international levels.

'The league is designed to provide the young cricket talent of AJK with a quality platform through which they can exhibit their skill and will be showcased all around

the world,' he said.

According to Shehzad, the league would be telecasted in Pakistan as well as globally. He said KPL had been registered with Security and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) as Kashmir Premier League PVT.LTD., approved by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Government of Punjab and Government of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.

'This event will also manifest the alluring geography and culture...