Qatar outlines its cricket ambitions

Doha recently held two women’s cricket events and organisers are planning bigger tournaments.

Qatar is not known for its cricket – be it hosting or participating.

But with a cricket-starved population, the State is now looking to bring the sport to the region and hold major events.

Doha recently held two women’s cricket events – the ODI tournament won by South Africa with Pakistan taking the T20 honours – and the plans don’t stop there.

The organisers want to bring the men’s sides to Doha. Robin Adams reports from the West End International Cricket Stadium in Doha…

Source: Al Jazeera