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#PAKvWXI Live stream – #CricketComesHome with UBL Independence Cup

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PCB is hosting a solid comeback of International Cricket on Pakistani soil, which is an undoubted reinforcement and reconciliation of faith in the ability and competency of the brand Pakistan. It is also an inspiring opportunity to gloat all the critics of hosting such events in Pakistan by launching a successfully rich and stirring event that holds the hearts of millions.

While the passionately celebrated champion’s trophy hangover is settling down, cricket enthusiasts are completely sold to the compelling joy of having International Cricket touch base with Lahore, once again. 

With the same energy, dedication and passion, Lahore is all set to welcome the UBL Independence Cup series Pakistan vs. World 11 T20, at Gadaffi Stadium kicking off on the 12-15th of September 2017. The three match tournament that is to be called ‘The Independence Cup’, will re-ignite the spirit of Pakistan’s 70th anniversary, bringing to the field the most explosive and known international players from all parts of the world to play against Pakistan.

To make the event a phenomenal success like the Pakistan Super League, The Content Company (a subsidiary of Blitz Advertising), Trans Media Group and ITW will replicate the magical experience of witnessing cricket at its best through DRM based exclusive livestream bagging astounding success once again.

Enjoy the cricket. 

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JS Bank Honors Sarfraz with BMW for winning Champions Trophy 2017

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Cricket is in our blood, sweat and tears. The association of fans with the game is unreal and if it involves encounter between arch rivals like Pakistan and India, then adrenaline rush is on another level.

Pakistan Cricket Team has made hsitory last Sunday while playing against India in the Champions Trophy 2017 Final for the first time ever. We were the underdogs of the tournament yet managed to thrash favorite teams like England in knockouts all beacuse of the Fierce Captain, Sarfraz Ahmed. He was leading a young and inexperienced side but after losing first match to India, he learned from his mistakes and became leader of the unstoppables.

Pakistan team won the Champions Trophy under Sarfraz’s captaincy and made history by winning any ICC title for the first time while playing against India. The celebrations were unreal. After 90’s it was the first time that street celebrations were so glamorous be it in the cities of Pakistan or UK, USA etc. Such heart warming scenes that I am going to remember forever. Sarfraz was greeted by flood of people when he reached back home with trophy. Glorious celebrations.

To make all this more celebratory, players have been rewarded by Government and brands. The show has been stolen by JS Bank though. The deputy CEO JS Bank honored Sarfraz Ahmed witha brand new BMWX1 on the sets of Geo TV’s show ” Geo Khelo Panistan”. It was a huge victory and what amazing way to celebrate it with a generous gift. The act reminds me of good old Sharjah encounters when players were showered with gold crowns and cash after thrashing India.

Sarfraz looked extremely overwhelmed with all the love and appreciation that comes after the win. Sports can bring us all close and closer and such gestures like JS Bank’s will definitely encourage you g cricketers to perform even better. Thank you JS Bank for stepping up and honoring Sarfraz in style.

You the hero, Sarfraz. May the force be with you.

Cricket, Food, Pakistan

#FPSL17 to help you #HungerOut this PSL season

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T20 cricket ho wo bhi apni PSL tou tension aur celebrations dono banti hyn. For us housewives it gets a bit difficult to watch the whole match because of you know the ultimate kitchen duty. Stress main banda ziada khata hy. Nahi? PSL matches are falling exactly during the dinner hours & I don’t want to spend that time in the kitchen considering the matches during PSL season 2 are such a nail bitting ones. Thank God for Foodpanda the savior. 

When there’s a match, we order food away (not because I am that landlord lol but because of the discounts that foodpanda is offering). Who can resist Upto 60% off on more than 200 restaurants? At least I can’t. Gotta get some days off from kitchen. Wohoo!! 

Check out the deals on offer during whole PSL season, yes!! For almost a month these discounts are valid wo bhi not only in Karachi. You can avail the discounts all over Pakistan and enjoy nail bitting PSL matches with friends and family. 

By the way the discounts in McDonalds & pizza are unbelievable. Which one have you availed yet? 

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Cricket, Karachi, Media, Pakistan

#KarachiKings #PSL2017 Team Launch – Dhan Dhana Dhan Hoga Re

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#KarachiJeetayGa!! Say Ameen. OK? #KarachiKings are back to rock second edition of Pakistan Super League, #PSL2017 with a renewed zeal and vigor. As one of the five cricketing franchises participating in the Pakistan Super League T20, the team is the most loved and supported team in the league, coz Karachi jeetay ga. InshAllah. 

The Karachi Kings franchise is proudly owned by Mr. Salman Iqbal who is also the Founder and President of ARY Digital Network. The team was officially launched for the first season of the PSL at a roaring mega event held at the National Stadium Karachi in Jan 2016.For the second season of the PSL, the Karachi Kings are louder and stronger. The team launch ceremony happened yesterday at the National Stadium Karachi and lived up to its promise with a mesmerizing spectacle of the city’s love and dedication towards their favorite team and game. The deafening roar of the fans uplift the spirit of cricket in Pakistan. Can you hear the noise? 

The team lineup was present at the event, with returning players as well as new inductees, including;

  1. Shoaib Malik, 
  2. Mohammad Amir, 
  3. Imad Waseem, 
  4. Sohail Khan,
  5. Shazaib Hassan, 
  6. Saifullah Bungush, 
  7. Babar Azam, 
  8. Khurram Manzoor, 
  9. Kashif Bhatti, 
  10. Abrar Ahmed, 
  11. Usama Mir, 
  12. Rahat Ali, 
  13. Amad Alam and 
  14. Hasan Mohsin. 

Team Director Rashid Latif, CEO Karachi Kings Tariq Wasi, VP Operations Navaid Rasheed and Head of Marketing Shehzad Hassan Khan were also present at the event. 

Speaking about the event, a jubilant Mr. Salman Iqbal – owner Karachi Kings said, 

‘As a team and as a people, we are resilient, determined and never step away from a challenge. The new lineup of the team features some of the most noteworthy athletes in the sport, from veterans to new blood, each player is unwavering in his commitment to excel on the field and make Karachi proud. With such immense successful event of team launch we have proved wrong to those few people who use to say that PSL will not be a success before it started. We are especially thankful to our sponsors Bahria Town (Titanium Sponsor),Bridge Power Batteries (Platinum Sponsor) , The Arkadians (Gold Sponsor), Sheild (Gold Sponsor), Oye Hoye (Silver Sponsor), Vital Tea (Tea Partner), Pepsi (Beverage Partner), Super Star Motorcycles (Bronze Sponsor) and Naya Nazimabad (Home Ground Partner) for making all of this possible’.   

The event was hosted by Waseem Badami and actor/game show host Fahad Mustafa. In addition to the huge number of fans in attendance, also present at the event were the who’s who of the media industry, countless celebrities, partners and sponsors of the team. Among the performers of the event were Shehzad Roy who officially launched the new anthem for the Karachi Kings, along with Fuzon, Shazia Khushk, Asim Azhar and Komal Rizvi who enthralled the audience with their wonderful performances.

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Also present at the occasion were Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah, Corps Commander Karachi Lt. General Shahid Baig Mirza, DG Rangers Major General Mohammad Saeed, IG Sindh Police AD Khawaja, Mayor Karachi Waseem Akhtar, Additional IG Karachi Police Mushtaq Mahar, Farooq Sattar Leader MQM Pakistan, Deputy Speaker Sindh Assembly Shehlah Raza. All of the dignitaries appreciated the efforts of Karachi Kings for putting up such a great spectacular and also gave tribute to the great people of Karachi and their love for cricket and Pakistan, reaffirming their commitment to a peaceful Karachi and prosperous Pakistan.

Keep following Karachi Kings on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram to show your support for the Kings. Also, don’t forget #KarachiJeetayGa 😂

Cricket, Food, Pakistan

#PinballCricket – Street cricket gets a makeover by Pepsi

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​When it comes to the most favorite sport among kids & youth of Pakistan there’s no doubt that its cricket. During evenings & even late at night all our streets are bound to witness is a cricket match. Lack of playgrounds prompted street cricket & now it has become a norm. Each one of us has been a part of a gali cricket match either as a player or the one who gets to return the ball. *There goes the window glass and someone rings the doorbell, “Aunty ball agai hai”*

Perfectly encapsulating the essence of street cricket in Pakistan, Pepsi has released a unique video on social media. The pinball cricket concept literally blown me away with its 3D graphics and extremely entertaining use of lights and technology. This is definitely the coolest thing that has happened to a routine street cricket match. Those lights around the pitch and across the street to mark runs & out signs were so innovative & cool to see. Its like giving life to a boring event. What a transformation it was.

It makes the street cricketers extremely surprised & excited to see their street lit up with Neon lights & pinball along with the star appearance of Shoaib Malik. OMG!! The handsome hunk goes on to play a pinball cricket match on the street, right there & then(lucky dudes). This is where you get hooked to the video the most. It is like watching a futuristic cricket match. Loved the audio visual integration & beautiful execution of 3D projection. Spot on. 

The concept of pinball match and the appearance of superstar cricketer, Shoaib Malik soon took social media with a storm. Look at these tweets where people can’t contain their excitement. Shoaib Malik also hosted a AskMalik session for fans the same day. 

https://twitter.com/thezaidrana/status/792820640738844672

Pinball cricket is the new age cool gali cricket. Other is futuristic and fun. Good to see Pepsi going back to cricket as their theme. Hoping for more surprise pinball matches on our streets.