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Imran Khan's Signed Bat Fetches Record £15,000 for Charity
24 Sep
Summary
- A bat signed by Imran Khan was auctioned for £15,000.
- The charity event was held in Manchester by Human Appeal.
- Proceeds will support ongoing relief efforts in Pakistan.
A significant fundraising milestone was achieved when a cricket bat autographed by Pakistan's 1992 World Cup-winning captain, Imran Khan, was sold for £15,000. This impressive sum, equivalent to roughly Rs5.46 million, was secured at a charity auction held in Manchester.
The event was meticulously organized by Human Appeal, a humanitarian organization. The bidding for the coveted bat commenced at a respectable £3,500 (Rs1.297 million). However, keen interest from numerous cricket enthusiasts propelled the final sale price to a record high, underscoring the bat's immense value and the cause it supported.
Prominent figures from Pakistan's cricketing fraternity, including Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis, were present at the charity gathering. The funds generated from this successful auction are designated to support ongoing charitable and relief initiatives currently underway in Pakistan, providing much-needed assistance to affected communities.
