NEWS ARCHIVE -October 2024

PCB HEC Cricket Women's Intervarsity 2024: Empowering Women in Sports

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PCB HEC Cricket Women's Intervarsity 2024: Empowering Women in Sports

Lahore, Pakistan  The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), in collaboration with the Higher Education Commission (HEC), proudly announces the PCB HEC Cricket Women's Intervarsity championship  2024. Organized by Lahore College for Women University (LCWU) under the esteemed supervision of Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Uzma Qureshi, this historic event is taking place across four premier venues: Government College University (GCU) Lahore, University of Engineering and Technology (UET), Comsats University Lahore, and Lahore College for Women University.PCB-HECWomenCriketChamp5.jpeg - 388.02 kB

Event Highlights

The championship  is set to feature 22 public and private universities from across Pakistan, reflecting a strong commitment to promoting women’s cricket. Dr. Sumera Sattar, Director of Sports at LCWU, is ensuring that all participants receive the necessary support and facilities to excel during the championship.

This initiative not only marks a significant milestone in the realm of women’s sports but also showcases the unwavering dedication of Mr. Javed Ali Memon, Director of Sports at HEC, who has been instrumental in fostering opportunities for female athletes.

The primary goal of this championship  is to promote cricket among women, encouraging participation at all levels. The PCB and HEC are working together for the first time in history to create a joint effort dedicated to the development of women's cricket in Pakistan. This initiative is expected to play a vital role in identifying and nurturing talented female cricket players for the future.PCB-HECWomenCriketChamp1.jpeg - 376.77 kB

Match Details

Below are the match results;

Venue: Government College University Lahore

1. Govt Sadiq College Women University Bahawalpur vs. Superior University Lahore

Winner: Govt Sadiq College Women University Bahawalpur by 10 wickets

Official Scorer: Rabia Rashid

2. Karachi University vs. IUB

Winner: IUB by 10 wickets

Official Scorer: Azhar Hussain

3. PU vs. Sialkot University

Winner: PU by 10 wickets

Official Scorer: Zahoor Alim

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Venue: Comsats University Lahore

 

1. UMT vs. Mardan University

Winner: UMT by 214 runs

Official Scorer: Akyan Khan

2. GCU Lahore vs. Kinnaird College

Winner: Kinnaird College by 10 wickets

Official Scorer: Mian Sarim Ali

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Venue: Lahore College for Women University

1. BZU Multan vs. Shahid Benazir Bhutto Women University (SBBWU) Peshawar

Winner: BZU Multan by 64 runs

Official Scorer: Sher Baz Khan

2. LCWU vs. UMT

Winner: LCWU by 161 runs

Official Scorer: Akyan Khan

3. LCWU vs. Govt Sadiq College Women University Bahawalpur

Winner: LCWU by 162 runs

Official Scorer: Azhar Hussain

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Venue: UET Cricket Ground

1. Islamia  University Bahawalpur  vs. University of Lahore

Winner: University of Lahore by 62 runs

Official Scorer: Zain Ali Nisar

2. Kinnaird College vs. University of Lahore

Winner: Kinnaird College by 8 wickets

Official Scorer: Zahoor Alim

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The PCB HEC Cricket Women's Intervarsity Tournament 2024 stands as a testament to the commitment of both organizations to empower women in sports. By providing a platform for female cricketers to showcase their talents, this initiative aims to inspire young athletes and contribute to the growth of women’s cricket in Pakistan.