Special Assistant to CM Sindh, Arbab Lutfullah has pledged former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed to support him in his academy case.
Sarfaraz Ahmed Cricket Academy in North Nazimabad Block N came under threat after Government College for Women claimed that the land of the academy is owned by the college.
The academy and college are both situated on plot ST-7 spreading over seven acres. A primary school under the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC) and the office of a KMC deputy director of education are also located on the ground, popularly known as Kaka Ground.
The college management filed a case against Sarfaraz and the academy caretakers last year.
In his meeting with Lutfullah, Sarfaraz briefed him about the issue. In reply, Lutfullah said that he already directed the secretary of sports to ensure full proof investigation in this matter.
"Sarfaraz is our national hero. His academy case is in our attention and we are looking at it. I have already directed our secretary of sports to provide all the support to the cricketer," he said.
Moreover, Sarfaraz praised the Sindh government for their efforts in promoting sports in the province.
"Sindh government has always worked for the betterment of sports in the province. They have provided good infrastructure to the athletes," he said.
The Champions Trophy-winning captain also sees a bright future for the upcoming Sindh Premier League (SPL).
"SPL will play an important role in unearting cricketers in Sindh. It will provide platform to the youngsters to showcase their talent. I am really looking forward to it," he said.
SPL is expected to take place in August this year. The league will feature six teams which are Benazirabad Lals, Hyderabad Bahadurs, Karachi Ghazis, Larkana Challengers, Mirpurkhas Tigers, and Sukkur Patriots.
- Sarfaraz Ahmed