KARACHI, Feb 10: As many as 24 teams will be taking part in the third edition of Haji Ashraf Inter-school T20 Cricket Tournament which opens at RLCA Ground Gulburg from Feb 13, organisers announced on Friday.

Kehkashan School Nazimabad will defend its title in the event. No entry fee is being charged. A prizemoney of Rs 53,000 will be on offer in the event. The winners will get Rs.20,000 and runners-up Rs.10,000. Each player of the match will also receive cash prizes.

Sindh Minister for Industries Rauf Siddiqui will be the chief guest at the opening ceremony while Director Umar Associates, Nadeem Umer will preside over the ceremony.—APP

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