ISLAMABAD, (MILLAT/APP): Pakistan Telecommunication Authority
(PTA) held the first ever inter-departmental cricket tournament
titled `PTA Cricket League (PCL)’ at the Cricket Ground F-9 Park.
Highlight of the PCL was an exciting exhibition match between the
Chairman XI and Members XI where the two teams comprising of the
senior officers of PTA were led by the Chairman PTA, Dr. Syed Ismail
Shah and the Authority Members Mr. Abdul Samad (Member Compliance &
Enforcement) and Tariq Sultan (Member Finance) respectively.
PCL showcased the sporting talent of the PTA employees in a
friendly yet competitive environment. The tournament included seven
teams that competed against each other to win the coveted
championship, said a press release issued here.
PTA Authority Members and large number of spectators from
amongst PTA’s employees and their families enjoyed thrilling
semifinals and final matches.
The final was played between the `Sherdils’ of Enforcement
Division and `Warriors’ of Coordination Division. After a close
match, `Sherdils’ won the tournament and lifted the PCL trophy.
Tariq Sultan, Member (Finance), PTA conferred the Trophy
and Medals to the Champions and runner up teams. Nadeem of the
`Sherdils’ was awarded with the `Player of the Tournament’ and `Man
of the Final match’ awards for his exceptional performance
throughout the tournament.
PTA Authority congratulated the champions for winning the
title and praised the efforts of the cricket management committee,
particularly Mr. Kashif Ellahi Bhatti for the excellent arrangements
during the tournament. PTA Authority also reaffirmed their
commitment to support healthy sporting activities in the
organization and urged the employees to continue such efforts.