ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s sports journey in 2024 was a rollercoaster of emotions, with moments of triumph that had fans rejoicing and lows that left them heartbroken and dejected.
As 2024 comes to a close, here’s a look back at Pakistan’s performance across cricket, Olympic events, and field sports throughout the year.
Pakistan to host ICC Champions Trophy
Pakistan’s cricket journey in 2024 was marked by a mix of highs and lows. The team struggled in the T20 World Cup, failing to deliver strong results. However, Mohammad Rizwan emerged as a resilient leader, guiding Pakistan to ODI series victories against both Australia and South Africa. On a positive note, Pakistan earned a significant achievement as the ICC announced that the prestigious Champions Trophy will be held in Pakistan.
Saim Ayub’s explosive form up top marks him as arguably the best ODI opener in the world currently, and Pakistan’s resurgence in the format is as unexpected as it is welcome, Cricinfo reported.
Blind T20 World Cup Trophy
In December, Pakistan made history by winning the Blind T20 World Cup for the first time, defeating Bangladesh by 10 wickets in the final match. This victory marked a significant milestone, as it was the first time since the tournament’s inception in 2012 that Pakistan claimed the title, ending India’s three-year dominance in the competition.
Arshad Nadeem’s Olympic Heroics
Pakistan’s main sporting triumph this year was Arshad Nadeem. The star javelin thrower surprised the entire world in August when he threw the javelin at a record-breaking 92.97 meters, earning his nation its first Olympic gold medal in javelin.
Shehroze Kashif Breaks Mountaineering Records
In 2024, Pakistani mountaineer Shehroze Kashif made history by becoming the youngest climber from South Asian country to conquer all 14 of the world’s highest peaks. At just 22 years old, Kashif’s extraordinary journey began when he was only 11, marking over a decade of relentless determination and record-breaking achievements in the world of high-altitude climbing.
Mohammad Asif Wins World Snooker Title
Prominent Pakistani cueist Mohammad Asif won his third IBSF World Snooker Championship title in November, equaling India’s Pankaj Advani’s record of three individual world titles.
