CDA Announces Ramzan Cricket Talent Hunt 2026 to Discover Emerging Stars
The Capital Development Authority has officially announced open trials for the Ramzan Talent Hunt Cup 2026, creating a significant opportunity for young cricketers across Pakistan to showcase their skills at a national-level platform.
The initiative is designed to identify promising male and female players who can strengthen CDA’s cricket teams and potentially progress to higher competitive levels. The trials will be conducted at the CDA National Cricket Ground in F-7 Markaz, Islamabad, under a transparent and merit-based selection process.
For the men’s category, the Ramzan Talent Hunt Cup 2026 will feature ten teams. Eight teams will consist of top-performing clubs from the recently concluded PCB tournaments, while the remaining two squads will be formed through the upcoming open trials. This structure ensures a blend of experienced club players and fresh talent.
Men’s trials are scheduled for February 11 and 12, 2026, and will run daily from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Players who perform well may earn a place in the CDA Cricket Team, opening doors to participation in the Patron’s Trophy Grade-II 2026.
Eligibility criteria require participants to have competed in recognized cricket formats within the last three years. These include First-Class Cricket, Grade-II competitions, District or CCA Cricket, Division Cricket, Pakistan Under-19, National Under-19, or Pakistan Shaheens and Pakistan ‘A’ teams.
Players must bring original Form-B or Smart National Identity Cards along with two recent passport-sized photographs. CDA officials have clarified that Form-B will be preferred, and players without proper white cricket uniforms will not be allowed to take part in the trials.
Women’s cricket is also a key focus of the talent hunt program. Trials for women cricketers will take place on February 13, 2026, at the same venue and timings. Selected players may be inducted into the CDA Women Cricket Team, providing them with exposure and structured development opportunities.
The Ramzan Talent Hunt initiative stems from a Memorandum of Understanding signed between the CDA and the Pakistan Cricket Board on December 4, 2025. The agreement aims to upgrade cricket infrastructure in Islamabad while promoting youth and women’s cricket through modern coaching and training systems.
Officials have emphasized that the program prioritizes gender inclusion, transparency, and international standards. By offering a clear pathway for emerging players, the CDA hopes to strengthen Pakistan’s cricket pipeline and nurture future national-level athletes.
