Pakistan’s baseball team has made history by winning the Arab Classic Dubai 2024 championship in an undefeated run! This is a remarkable achievement for the team, especially considering that baseball is not a widely played sport in Pakistan.
Pakistan’s national baseball team made history by winning the Arab Classic Dubai 2024 championship, emerging undefeated in a thrilling tournament held at Dubai’s Baseball United Ballpark. The team’s outstanding performance saw them overcome eight competing teams. Moreover, they concluded with an emphatic 12-1 victory against the United Arab Emirates in the final match.
Starting strong, Pakistan dominated from their opening game, beginning with a 10-0 win over Bangladesh. They continued to impress, defeating UAE 10-3 and overwhelming India 12-0 in a one-sided showdown. The team advanced to the quarterfinals with confidence. They showcased their prowess again, defeating Afghanistan with a commanding score of 17-3. In the semifinals, Pakistan maintained their winning streak by overpowering Sri Lanka 3-0.
The tournament saw nine teams from across the Gulf Cooperation Council and the subcontinent compete in 21 matches over four days. Pakistan’s victories throughout the event, where they outscored opponents by 57 runs. Conversely, their performance reflected both their preparation and skill, solidifying their status as a rising powerhouse in international baseball.
In a historic achievement, the UAE made its first appearance in an international baseball final. Despite impressive wins against Saudi Arabia in the quarterfinals and a well-fought game against Palestine in the semifinals, the UAE fell to Pakistan twice during the tournament, including in the championship match. However, their journey to the final was celebrated as a breakthrough for baseball in the nation.
Appreciations and Greetings
Kash Shaikh, Chairman and CEO of Baseball United, praised Pakistan’s performance, highlighting their potential to compete globally. “This tournament has shown that Pakistan is not only among the top baseball teams in Asia but has the potential to excel on the world stage,” he stated.
Pakistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, extended his congratulations. He also lauded the team for elevating Pakistan’s profile in sports traditionally unfamiliar to the nation. “This victory embodies the resilience, skill, and dedication of our athletes and has brought pride to our country,” Ambassador Tirmizi remarked, hoping this win will inspire greater sports enthusiasm among Pakistanis worldwide.
Pakistan’s victory at the Arab Classic Dubai 2024 has marked a new chapter in the country’s sporting achievements, with hopes of more milestones to come in the global arena.
