ISLAMABAD: Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi has met Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan to discuss promoting sports and supporting emerging athletes in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The meeting focused on identifying young sporting talent across the province and providing promising athletes with opportunities to compete at national and international levels.
Both sides emphasised the importance of improving athletes’ skills and creating pathways for young players to advance in their respective sporting disciplines. They also discussed encouraging greater youth participation in different sports.
Moreover, Afridi and Mashhood highlighted the role of sports in engaging young people in constructive activities. They stressed the need to identify talented individuals early and provide them with appropriate training, guidance and competitive opportunities.
The discussions also covered Pakistan’s long-term sports development, with particular attention to strengthening support systems for emerging athletes. Expanding access to sporting opportunities could help young players develop their abilities and represent the country at major competitions.
The meeting comes as Pakistan continues efforts to promote sports participation and nurture talent among its younger population. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with its large youth population, offers considerable potential for developing athletes across multiple disciplines.
Meanwhile, Shaheen Afridi is expected to represent Pakistan in the upcoming home ODI tri-series featuring England and Sri Lanka. Pakistan recently secured a 2-1 victory in a three-match T20 International series against Sri Lanka.
The meeting reflects ongoing efforts to encourage youth participation and strengthen Pakistan’s sporting future through talent identification and development.
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