The Exciting Announcement
The Africa Cricket Association (ACA) has officially announced the revival of the Afro-Asia Cup, a tournament that aims to bring together cricketing nations from Africa and Asia. This initiative reflects a strong desire to foster collaboration within the sport and explore cross-continental opportunities. As highlighted by Tavengwa Mukuhlani, the interim chair of the ACA, “the appetite is huge from both ends,” indicating the eagerness from both African and Asian cricket boards to see this tournament return.
A Look Back at the Afro-Asia Cup
The Afro-Asia Cup was a celebrated tournament that saw only two editions, held in South Africa in 2005 and in India in 2007. Initially scheduled for a third edition in Kenya in 2009, it never materialized. Now, nearly two decades later, the ACA’s efforts may finally bring back the competition fans have been longing for. The revival can not only reignite interest in this unique tournament but also strengthen ties between two regions passionate about cricket.
Financial Boost and Future Prospects
As the tournament aims to resume, it promises to provide much-needed financial support to the organization and the regions involved. “Apart from the cricket, the Afro-Asia Cup brings the financial input to the organisation,” Mukuhlani added. With robust conversations ongoing with the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), the stakeholders appear committed to making this dream a reality. The revival of the Afro-Asia Cup may just signal a new era of collaboration and excitement in international cricket.
