The Pakistan national team squad spent an afternoon with the families of the victims of the March 15, 2019, terrorist attacks. Players spent time with the victims, prayed with them, shared stories, and signed autographs for them.
The Christchurch terror attacks rocked New Zealand as at least 50 people were killed in the attack on Al Noor Mosque and the Linwood Mosque in Christchurch, New Zealand. The attacks, fueled by hatred for Muslims, were carried out by an Australian citizen, Brenton Tarrant.
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Families of the victims appreciated the kind gesture of the Pakistan team and said that it has bolstered the morale of many children and has revived the love and passion for cricket in them.
Pakistan Test team spent Saturday afternoon with the families of Christchurch mosque attack victims at the Hagley Oval. pic.twitter.com/VbIGS1hb2L
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) January 2, 2021
Pakistan team manager, Mansoor Rana, said that the management planned the visit as soon as Pakistan’s tour of New Zealand was confirmed. He said that what happened in New Zealand was unheard of in the country, and it was unbearable to hear stories from the victims themselves.
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Naeem Rashid defended the people inside the mosque when he tackled the gunman and took him down, saving the lives of many innocent people.
Rashid’s son, Aayan, lost his father on that day. The Pakistan players met Aayan and consoled him.
“I’ve never seen so much love, showing so much love for someone like he did yesterday,” Aayan’s mother said.
This shows the importance of sports personalities and their impact on youth. The players and people exchanged stories and shared heartfelt moments.
