Shyam Bhatia, a Dubai-based cricket promoter, was honored with an official Japan cap during a recent event in Dubai. The Japanese under-19 cricket team, which participated in the ongoing Under-19 Asia Cup in the UAE, presented Bhatia with the cap.
Bhatia has been instrumental in promoting cricket in various countries, including Japan and Ukraine. His dedication to fostering the sport at the grassroots level has not gone unnoticed. The Japanese team, recognizing his selfless contributions, honored the Indian businessman during a training session in Dubai.
Japan, an associate member of the ICC, faced tough competition in the Asia Cup group stage, losing all three matches against formidable opponents India, Pakistan, and the host UAE. However, the experience of playing against traditional cricket powerhouses was invaluable for the team from a nation traditionally more focused on baseball.
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