Dammam [Saudi Arabia], February 13: The Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation (SACF), in collaboration with the Eastern Province Cricket Association, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Saudi Foundation Day Cup 2025, an iconic domestic T20 cricket tournament. Organized in partnership with Axis United Trading Co. (AUTCO), exclusive distributor of FIREOX, Pacific Star Sports (PSS), a subsidiary of Toyam Sports Limited (TSL), the highly anticipated tournament will take place from February 14 to February 22, 2025, at the Tamimi Cricket Ground in Dammam.
This landmark event celebrates Saudi Arabia’s flourishing passion for cricket while positioning the Kingdom as a rising hub for cricketing talent and entertainment. With 19 exciting matches featuring eight competitive domestic teams, the Saudi Foundation Day Cup 2025 promises to enthral fans and set a new benchmark for sporting excellence in the region.
Cricket has become a unifying force in Saudi Arabia, particularly among the Kingdom’s dynamic and diverse expatriate population. Highlighting the significance of the event, Mr. Tariq Zaid Sagga, CEO of the Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation, remarked: “Cricket is cherished across Saudi Arabia, especially among our vibrant expatriate community, where it is followed with immense enthusiasm and love. The Saudi Foundation Day Cup 2025 is more than just a series of matches—it’s an opportunity to bring communities together, create unforgettable moments, and showcase Saudi Arabia’s potential as a global cricketing destination. With thousands of fans expected to attend over the course of nine days and an expansive online audience via sports OTT platform FanCode and other digital channels, this event is set to become a historic milestone in the Kingdom’s cricketing journey.”
Beyond the action on the field, the tournament aims to nurture local talent, unite communities, and leave a lasting legacy of sporting excellence, further cementing Saudi Arabia’s reputation in the international cricketing arena.
Tournament Highlights
Venue: Al-Tamimi Cricket Ground, Dammam
Dates: February 14–22, 2025
Teams: 8 Competitive Domestic Teams
Matches: 19 Thrilling T20 Games Over 9 Days
Reflecting on the tournament’s potential for sponsorship and partnerships, Mr. Mahmood Merchant, Managing Director of Pacific Star Sports, shared: “Cricket is a universal passion that bridges cultures and communities. The Saudi Foundation Day Cup 2025 is a historic step forward for the Kingdom, showcasing its growing stature in the global cricketing landscape. Organizing this prestigious event in collaboration with SACF and the Eastern Province Cricket Association is an incredible honor for Pacific Star Sports and Toyam Sports Limited. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Tamimi Group and FIREOX for their invaluable support in providing us a cricket ground with all the amenities and facilities, for this tournament.
We are excited to invite sponsors and partners, both local and international, to join this transformative journey. This is an unparalleled opportunity to align with a high-profile event that celebrates the Kingdom’s passion for cricket while fostering lasting connections with a rapidly growing audience. Together, we can create a legacy that will inspire generations and establish Saudi Arabia as a beacon of cricketing excellence.”
Expanding further on the synergy between cricket and Saudi Arabia, Mr. Waqqas Alvi, founder of international clothing brand FIROEX expressing his excitement chimed in: “This is the beginning of a new era of Cricket in Saudi Arabia, it is time that the world sees the potential and talent of Local Players in KSA alongside international stars”
