The Pakistan cricket team has announced that it will donate its match fees from the Asia Cup final to the victims of the May 7 attack, which took the lives of innocent civilians, including children. The decision was confirmed in an official statement shared by PCB on Monday.
According to the PCB, the players collectively agreed that their earnings from the high-profile match should go towards supporting those who suffered in the tragic attack. The board also expressed solidarity with the affected families and offered prayers for the souls of the departed.
Officials explained that this contribution is intended to provide some relief to those who lost loved ones in the devastating event. While the donation cannot heal the grief of the families, it reflects the team’s commitment to standing by victims in their time of need.
Cricketers have often played a role in humanitarian efforts and this gesture highlights how sports can extend beyond the field to support communities during times of tragedy. The PCB noted that the players felt a personal responsibility to contribute after witnessing the widespread suffering caused by the attack.
Fans and followers on social media have praised the team for its compassionate step, calling it an act of unity and empathy. Many supporters believe that such contributions strengthen the bond between athletes and the people they represent.
The Pakistan cricket team, while focusing on future challenges has reminded everyone that humanity must come first even in the world of sports.
