Tag: Kashmir Premier League 2

Ahmed Shehzad to lead Rawalakot Hawks in KPL 2

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ISLAMABAD: Right-handed Test opener Ahmed Shehzad will lead the defending champions Rawalakot Hawks in the forthcoming second edition of Kashmir Premier League.

The right-handed experienced batter, who was a part of the Hawks’ side that lifted the inaugural title of KPL, has been handed the responsibility to captain the side in the upcoming second edition.

Taking to Twitter, the KPL franchise Rawalakot Hawks confirmed Ahmed as their captain for the next edition of KPL.

“The wait is over! Here is Hawks Captain, Ahmed Shahzad,” Hawks announced.

It is pertinent to mention here that the KPL 2 will feature seven teams in this year’s edition including Hawks, Jammu Janbaz, Mirpur Royals, Muzaffarabad Tigers, Kotli Lions, Overseas Warriors, and Bagh Stallions.

The star-studded tournament will embark on August 13 with the defending champions Hawks taking on newly-introduced Janbaz in the curtain raiser at Muzaffarabad Cricket Stadium.

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KPL 2’s official anthem ‘Khelo Aazadi Se’ released

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ISLAMABAD: The Kashmir Premier League (KPL) has dropped the official anthem ‘Khelo Aazadi Se’ for the upcoming second edition of the league, scheduled to commence on August 11.

Featuring national singers Sahir Ali Bagga and Aima Baig, Khelo Aazadi Se displays enthusiasm for the KPL 2.

In order to boost the excitement of the fans, the energetic anthem also features top Pakistan players including Shahid Afridi, Shoaib Malik, Kamran Akmal, Sharjeel Khan, and Azam Khan.

 

The KPL management also made sure to promote Kashmiri music in the composition of the anthem, whereas, some breathtaking visuals of the beauty of the valley were also included.

It is pertinent to mention here that the second edition of the KPL will kick off on August 11 at Muzaffarabad Cricket Stadium. The final of the event will be contested on August 25 at the same venue.

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