On Wednesday, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced that the gate revenue from the upcoming fifth and final T20 international (T20I) match between Pakistan and New Zealand will be given to the earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria. The match will take place on April 24th at the Pindi Cricket Stadium.
The border region between Turkey and Syria suffered from one of the deadliest earthquakes on February 6th, which resulted in the loss of thousands of lives and destruction of essential infrastructure, including healthcare facilities.
In a statement, the PCB stated that they would collaborate with the Punjab government to raise donations for millions of individuals affected on both sides of the border. Additionally, the Pakistani cricket team will wear commemorative caps to show Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with the two nations during this difficult period.
The PCB said fans who cannot attend the match are “encouraged to make their donations for the cause”. They can send their donations to the following address:
- Bank name: Bank of Pakistan
- Account title: Pakistan Cricket Board
- Account number: 2081003169856007
- IBAN number: PK71NBPA2081003169856007
