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PCB announces donating fifth T20I gate money to Turkey quake victims

The match will be played at the Pindi Cricket Stadium on April 24

By Web Desk
April 19, 2023
Pakistans Imad Wasim (left) walks off the pitch after his dismissal during the third Twenty20 international cricket match between Pakistan and New Zealand at the Gaddafi Cricket Stadium in Lahore on April 17, 2023. — AFP
Pakistan's Imad Wasim (left) walks off the pitch after his dismissal during the third Twenty20 international cricket match between Pakistan and New Zealand at the Gaddafi Cricket Stadium in Lahore on April 17, 2023. — AFP

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said Wednesday that the gate money from the fifth and final T20 international (T20I) between Pakistan and New Zealand will be donated to the earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria.

The match will be played at the Pindi Cricket Stadium on April 24.

The border region of Turkey and Syria was rocked by one of the deadliest earthquakes on 6 February that claimed thousands of lives and destroyed essential infrastructure, including healthcare facilities.

In a statement, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said it will play a part in raising donations for millions of people affected on either side of the border by joining hands with the Punjab government.

"The Pakistan side will wear commemorative caps to convey Pakistan's everlasting solidarity to the two nations going through this difficult moment," the statement mentioned.

The PCB said fans who cannot attend the match are "encouraged to make their donations for the cause". They can send their donations to the following address:

  • Bank name: Bank of Pakistan
  • Account title: Pakistan Cricket Board
  • Account number: 2081003169856007
  • IBAN number: PK71NBPA2081003169856007