Islamabad, April 6, 2025: The Pakistan Christian cricket team made history by winning the South Asian Legacy T20 Cup in Sri Lanka.
The four-nation event, hosted at the Aarons Country Club in Horana, saw participation from Pakistan, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Organized by Mountain Movers Lanka and the South Asian Sports Movement, the competition aimed to foster peace, harmony, and the spirit of cricket.
The Christian side from Pakistan overcame Sri Lanka Christian XI in a tense final on March 29, securing a 27-run victory.
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The national anthem filled the air during the post-match ceremony, reflecting the players’ pride in representing their country on such a platform.
The tournament’s group stage saw Pakistan defeat India and Nepal to secure their place in the final, despite an earlier loss to the hosts.
Sri Lanka reached the decider after edging past India in a close semi-final, winning by just two runs.
Led by captain Mark Suleman, the squad included players from across the country, such as vice-captain Saqib Gill, Akash Hayat, Philpus Tariq, and others.
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Behind the scenes, experienced figures like manager Irfan Francis—a former Lahore and UAE cricketer—played a crucial role in guiding the team to success.
The support staff also featured operational manager Ajmal Tahir, coach Stephen John, and physical trainer Rashid Masih.
Speaking after the win, Irfan Francis praised the efforts of the Sports Acceleration Team, crediting their vision and planning for the team’s participation.
He stated that the initiative promoted cricket while highlighting unity and inclusion, showing minorities in Pakistan can excel and represent the nation proudly.
Work is also underway to establish an academy and sports complex for the Christian community—another step towards long-term sports development.
