Helping Hand for Relief and Development’s Youth Cricket League “Strikers” Qualify for Global Tournament in Dubai

Helping Hand for Relief and Development “Strikers” team qualified for the Global Core Youth Cricket League in Dubai after a local tournament held from 10th to 26th October.

The Global Core Youth Cricket League brings together grassroots and youth cricket teams from eight countries for an international tournament, opening new doors for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. The tournament offers travel, skill building and mentorship as well as pathways to potential careers in playing, management, marketing, and other support or leadership roles.

The result marks a competitive milestone for HHRD’s Sports Skills Development Project in Rawalpindi, Punjab, connecting regular cricket training with a global opportunity. The program’s approach combines physical fitness, resilience, character development, and sustainable career pathways, complementing HHRD’s focus on cricket and life skills.

HHRD Strikers Prepare for Dubai

Helping Hand for Relief and Development’s Pakistan office reports that players and parents met in Rawalpindi to discuss the Dubai tour. Strikers will face competition from UAE, UK, South Africa, New Zealand, India, Nepal and Sri Lanka.

Helping Hand for Relief and Development’s Youth Sports Career program is an initiative serving cricketers aged 15 and under from underserved communities. Training progresses from basic cricket skills, fitness, and fundamental techniques to advanced coaching, position-specific practice, and tactical development. The competition stage includes tournament participation, performance analysis, and skill refinement.

Helping Hand for Relief and Development’s Broader Skills Work

Beyond sports, HHRD’s Skills Development and Livelihood Program combines practical training, livelihood and income-generation support, and life skills development. Its model aims to help participants develop professional abilities, connect with job markets, and work toward self-sufficiency. Character-focused learning complements these practical

skills, placing the cricket project within HHRD’s broader emphasis on structured development.

Learn more about HHRD’s Skills Development and Livelihood Program.