Islamabad, May 26,2026: A vibrant and competitive cricket tournament organized by the Sanjrani Group in collaboration with the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) concluded at the F-9 Cricket Ground in the federal capital, bringing together ten teams from various organizations and institutions.
The ICCI Gladiators emerged as champions after delivering an unbeaten performance throughout the tournament. The team won six consecutive matches, showcasing impressive teamwork, discipline, and cricketing skills.
In the grand final, ICCI Gladiators defeated the Ministry of Foreign Affairs team in a commanding performance. After winning the toss, the Foreign Ministry side opted to field first. ICCI Gladiators responded with an aggressive batting display, scoring 134 runs in just six overs. Chasing the challenging target, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs team managed 77 runs, handing ICCI Gladiators a comfortable victory and the championship trophy.
President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Sardar Tahir Mehmood, attended the event as chief guest.
The tournament was also attended by members of the diplomatic community, including Abdul Aziz, Titus Abu Basutu, and Eduard Prada. Diplomats from Spain, Türkiye, Czech Republic, France, and Zimbabwe also attended the event, adding an international dimension to the tournament.
Speaking on the occasion, Sardar Tahir Mehmood congratulated the winning team and appreciated the participation of all teams. He said sports play an important role in promoting discipline, teamwork, tolerance, and positive thinking among youth, while also strengthening social harmony and mutual understanding.
The visiting diplomats praised the organization of the event and commended ICCI and the Sanjrani Group for promoting sports diplomacy and people-to-people connections through healthy activities. They observed that sports serve as an effective platform for enhancing friendship, cultural understanding, and cooperation among nations.
Chairman Sports Committee ICCI Waqas Ilyas Abbasi said sports are essential for building a healthy society and encouraging youth toward productive activities. He added that ICCI would continue organizing such sporting events to promote unity, engagement, and camaraderie within the business community and beyond.
At the conclusion of the tournament, chief guest Sardar Tahir Mehmood distributed trophies, shields, and prizes among the winning team and outstanding performers, while participants and guests appreciated the successful organization of the event.
