Srinagar. 31 August 2021. To nurture the passion of Cricket among youth of North
Kashmir, RR Unit of Lolab under the aegis Charkut Garrison organised a Workshop cum
Practice Session for the Budding Cricketers of the region at Chandigam Model Village
ground, Lolab Valley. The Workshop was conducted by renowned Indian Cricketer Yusuf
Pathan, who is a Brand Ambassador of Cricket for J&K. The workshop commenced at
10AM in the morning and the session ended by 6PM, in the evening. A total of 50 budding
cricketers, from Kupwara, Handwara, Bandipora and adjoining districts, attended the
workshop and got benefitted on aspects of technique and batting *bowling skills.
Yusuf Pathan on arrival to the venue, interacted with all budding cricketers, while
showering his special appreciation to Master Sikender Hyder Mir. Sikender Hyder Mir is a
6 years old boy expected to be named in Guiness Book of World Records for being the
youngest cricketer in the world and is aspiring to participate in Under 14 Cricket team of UT
of J&K. Being an all rounder, Yusuf Pathan used his expertise and skills to hone the talent
of young cricketers with his trademark flamboyance and gusto. The passion and
commitment exhibited by the young players to learn and improve was not only applauded
by the Indian Cricketer, but also by the large gathering in attendance, including the satisfied
parents of some young players.
In the end, Yusuf Pathan signed his autograph as a token of remembrance on
miniature cricket bats and balls which were presented to the budding cricketers. The day
long Cricket Workshop, by Yusuf Pathan, has left a lasting impact on the youth of the region
and has given a favourable impetus to the overall upliftment of Sports in the region. The
event has reverberated among the citizenry of North Kashmir as a symbol which
demonstrates sports emerging to centre stage of Youths' Conscience and Dreams.
