Ramadan Cup Basketball tournament starts

ISLAMABAD: All Pakistan 3x3 Ramadan Cup Basketball Tournament started here at Pakistan Sports Complex. The event is being organized by the Federal Basketball Association (FBBA). Some leading clubs and departmental teams have been drawn to participate in the event to be played under floodlights.

“The tournament, spanning over several days, will showcase the growing talent in three different categories including men’s departmental tournament, club tournament for men and the women’s tournament,” Federal Basketball Association Secretary Ouj E Zahoor said.

Ouj added that the men’s departmental tournament will see fierce competition among 12 teams with Wapda, Army, Navy, and Police likely to be the front runners. “It’s a celebration of basketball and its rapidly growing format, 3x3, which has gained international acclaim and popularity. The event is set to provide a significant boost to the sport’s interest among the youth and sports enthusiasts across Pakistan.”