Asserting that Sharjah was the “most regular venue” in the world, chairman of the Cricketers Benevolent Fund Series (CBFS) — the organisers of tournaments in Sharjah — Abdur Rahman Bukhatir said the venue had suffered because of “TV politics” and appealed to India to “reconsider” its stand of boycotting the venue.

Why did Sharjah Cup stop?

Asserting that Sharjah was the “most regular venue” in the world, chairman of the Cricketers Benevolent Fund Series (CBFS) — the organisers of tournaments in Sharjah — Abdur Rahman Bukhatir said the venue had suffered because of “TV politics” and appealed to India to “reconsider” its stand of boycotting the venue.

Who won the Sharjah Cup 1998?

India

Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium
Toss India, elected to field first
Series Coca-Cola Cup
Season 1997/98
Series result India won the 1997/98 Coca-Cola Cup

Who won the Coca-Cola Cup in 1998?

1997–98 Coca-Cola Cup

1998 Coca-Cola Cup
Date 17 – 24 April 1998
Location Sharjah
Result Won by India
Player of the series Sachin Tendulkar (Ind)

Who won Sharjah Cup 1999?

Pakistan

Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium
Toss India, elected to bat first
Season 1998/99
Series result Pakistan won the 1998/99 Coca-Cola Cup
Match number ODI no. 1437

Who won most Sharjah Cup?

The team which competed most often in the Sharjah Cup was Pakistan, who appeared in 28 of the 32 tournaments; Pakistan are also its most successful team, with a total of 15 titles.

Who won Sharjah Cup 1997?

India 239-7 v Pakistan 243-6: Pakistan won by 4 wickets, Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium, Sharjah, December 14, 1997 | Cricket Results | Wisden.

What is Desert Storm in cricket?

This innings by Tendulkar is famously referred to as ‘Desert Storm’ as the Master Blaster tore into the Australian bowling attack at Sharjah and the match was also stopped due to the sandstorm. India was restricted to just 250 runs in 46 overs, and lost the match by 26 runs.

Who started cricket in Sharjah?

Mr Abdul Rahman Bukhatir
Sharjah Cricket Stadium History This stadium was the brainchild of Mr Abdul Rahman Bukhatir. Located on Second Industrial Street Sharjah, Mr Bukhatir envisioned this project in the early 80s. In 1982, it became the first dedicated cricket stadium in the country.

Who started Sharjah cricket?

What is sandstorm in Sharjah?

On April 22, 1998, Sachin Tendulkar scored 143 runs off 131 balls against Australia in Sharjah to ensure India’s spot in the tri-series final. The match was interrupted by a sandstorm and the knock came to be popularly known as the ‘Desert Storm’.

What is Sharjah Desert Storm?

Are sandstorms bad?

It causes accidents like collisions. In desert areas without sealed roads and road signs, getting lost is a severe risk. For people, being exposed to a sandstorm poses serious health threats. The sand and dust can get into the eyes, mouth, nose, and lungs, which can cause breathing difficulties and infections.

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