Islamabad – The inaugural Unity Cup, a T20 cricket match between the women’s teams of Peshawar and Islamabad, brought a spirit of empowerment and unity to the National Cricket Ground in Islamabad. Both teams put in exceptional performances and showcased their skills with impressive tackles at the boundary. In the end, the Islamabad women’s team won the trophy from the Peshawar team after a spirited battle.
Organized by the Institute of Research and Reforms International (IRR) in collaboration with the Rehman Malik Foundation under the leadership of Ali Rehman Malik, the Unity Cup showcased the power of sports to inspire women and unite communities.
Ali Rehman Malik, Chairman of IRR International and Rehman Malik Foundation, expressed his delight at the significance of the event, saying, “The Unity Cup exemplifies our commitment to empowering women and promoting solidarity among our people, a message that resonates deeply in these challenging times.” He said he was carrying on the legacy of his late father, Senator A. Rehman Malik, by advocating for women’s empowerment, minority rights and the welfare of marginalized communities.
As the women’s teams of Peshawar and Islamabad battled it out on the field, the spectators were treated to a spectacle of artistry and determination. Umar Rehman Malik, Head of PPP Digital Media Islamabad appreciated the initiative and highlighted the talent and skills of the young women champions from Islamabad and Peshawar. He said in a moment of unity, players from both teams came together to symbolize the shared spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie, reinforcing the message of inclusivity and harmony that the Unity Cup represents.
Riaz Ali Turi, Director of IRR International, emphasized that the Unity Cup celebrated women’s cricket while highlighting the importance of women’s empowerment and unity. He said that this is the first of its kind cricket match between Islamabad and Peshawar women and IRR International is determined to organize such events in future.
The Chairman of IRR International, Ali Rehman Malik, announced the cash award to Women of the Match, Kalsoom Zair Gul and Hanyu Manson for their outstanding performance.
Ali Rehman Malik reiterated the importance of the Unity Cup and expressed his commitment to organize similar events across the country to engage women in productive activities and promote peace and unity.
