Saleem Karim

Background

Karim, was born with polio in his right leg and later had accident while riding a bike, in which his left leg was effected.

Career

Despite all this, his interest to play cricket was not affected. He started playing cricket as a hobby but, as he grew older, he realized that there was a need to form a cricket team dedicated to the disabled people, which would give them a chance to play with people with similar abilities. Rather depending on the Pakistani government to support this cause, Karim went his way and founded a cricket team with people with disabilities in the year 2006.

Karim, funds the team himself.

Karim, has also been able to organize two national championships, sparking country-wide interest. The Team has also done their first international tour of Malaysia and Singapore.

Achievements

• The team has since won many laurels and gained recognition in the country.