How a star-studded Kashmir cricket league bombed as organisers fled
Summary
A cricket tournament in Indian-administered Kashmir, called the Indian Heaven Premier League, ended unexpectedly after the organizers disappeared. The organizers ran out of money, leaving players, including international stars, unable to pay hotel bills. As a result, the tournament was canceled, raising concerns about its planning.Key Facts
- The cricket tournament took place in Srinagar, the largest city in Indian-administered Kashmir.
- The tournament included international players like Chris Gayle and aimed to engage local youth.
- Organizers from the Yuva Society arranged the event but left without clearing financial dues.
- Players were stuck in a hotel as bills were unpaid after the organizers vanished.
- The tournament faced financial issues due to sponsors not fulfilling their promises.
- Attendance at the matches was low, with few local Kashmiris watching.
- The tournament was set to end on a Friday but was cut short due to financial mismanagement.
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