Times of Islamabad

In a big achievement, Cricket returns to Quetta after a gap of 11 years

In a big achievement, Cricket returns to Quetta after a gap of 11 years

ISLAMABAD – In a big achievement for Pakistan, Cricket returns to Quettaafter a gap of 11 years as Balochistan capital is all set for the firstmatch under the Quaid-e-Azam trophy.

First-class cricket will return to Quetta after a gap of 11 years when thesecond round of the Quaid-e-Azam (QeA) Trophy begins on Saturday. Home sideBalochistan will take on Southern Punjab in a much-anticipated match, whichwill start at 10am.

This will be the first of the four first-class matches the picturesqueBugti Stadium will stage this season.

To create opportunities for fans in Quetta to witness top-quality cricketin-person and promote the game in the region, the Pakistan Cricket Board(PCB) will open the gates of the Bugti Stadium.