Senate Resolution No. 2582

BY: Senator THOMAS

COMMENDING the International Cricket Council upon
the occasion of hosting the India vs. Pakistan Match
during the historic ICC Men's T20 World Cup on June
9, 2024

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and
pay tribute to those organizations of high purpose and worthy
accomplishment whose endeavors have faithfully served the welfare of the
citizens of the State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commend the International Cricket Council upon the occasion of hosting
the India vs. Pakistan Match during the historic ICC Men's T20 World Cup
on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at the Nassau County International Cricket
Stadium; and

WHEREAS, Dating back to the 17th century, cricket was introduced to
North America through the English colonies, and the sport spread
globally throughout the centuries; in the 21st century, cricket has
grown immensely and introduced the Twenty20 format in 2003, which
revolutionized the game with its fast-paced, three-hour matches; and

WHEREAS, The ICC has 25 members in the Asia region, including India
and Pakistan, and is dedicated to expanding the sport's footprint; the
highly anticipated match between arch-rivals India vs. Pakistan will
take place at the world class Nassau County International Cricket
Stadium in front of a 34,000-capacity crowd; and

WHEREAS, In September of 2007, India triumphed over Pakistan in the
final of the first-ever ICC World Twenty20 in Johannesburg, South
Africa; as a testament to the sports growing popularity, the match drew
a worldwide TV audience of over 400 million viewers; and

WHEREAS, This historic game served as the catalyst for the creation
of the Indian Premier League (IPL) the following year, sparking the
establishment of additional Twenty20 leagues globally; and

WHEREAS, Cementing cricket's place in the global sports arena, the
inaugural Men's Twenty20 International took place in 2005; the sport has
achieved a passionate fan base and the ICC strives to reach a remarkable
level of engagement as these intense matches approach the world stage;
and

WHEREAS, The evolution brought on by the high-stakes competition of
Twenty20 leagues has transformed cricket into a year-round sport for
modern cricketers; the India-Pakistan cricket rivalry is renowned for
its intensity and draws a global fanbase; and

WHEREAS, Matches between India and Pakistan are highly anticipated
and widely viewed and the match at Nassau County International Cricket
Stadium is expected to be a highlight of the cricketing calendar,
drawing attention and excitement from fans around the world; and


WHEREAS, Widely known as the Shaheens (Falcons) or Green Shirts, the
Pakistan cricket team is one of the most successful and popular cricket
teams in the world; established in 1952, the team has a rich history and
has won a myriad of prestigious tournaments, such as the ICC Cricket
World Cup in 1992, the ICC T20 World Cup in 2009, and the ICC Champions
Trophy in 2017; and

WHEREAS, Governed by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the Pakistan
cricket team produces remarkably talented cricketers, including Imran
Khan, Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, and more recently, Babar Azam, this
year's team captain; their cricketing style being characterized by its
unpredictability, flair, and passionate fan base, the team is renowned
for its formidable fast bowlers, skilled spinners, and dynamic batsman;
and

WHEREAS, Known as the Men in Blue, the India cricket team is widely
recognized for their success and is governed by the Board of Control for
Cricket In India (BCCI); and

WHEREAS, Their first Test match dating back to 1932, the India
cricket team has produced some of the finest cricketers and is known for
their strong batting lineup, including players such as Sachin Tendulkar,
Rahul Dravid, Sourav Ganguly, and current stars such as Virat Kohli, KL
Rahul, and Rohit Sharma, the captain of the India cricket team; and

WHEREAS, Cementing India's status in international cricket,
achievements of the India cricket team include winning the ICC Cricket
World Cup twice, first in 1983 and again in 2011, and winning the
inaugural ICC T20 World Cup in 2007 and the ICC Champions Trophy in
2013; and

WHEREAS, The India cricket team is known for their formidable
bowling attack, with players that are fast bowlers and world-class
spinners; and

WHEREAS, The success of the International Cricket Council is in
direct correlation to the efforts of its leadership, and dedicated staff
and volunteers, whose involvement are, and always have been,
characterized by an impressive commitment, an unbridled enthusiasm, and
an uncompromising standard of excellence in all endeavors on behalf of
the organization and the community it serves; and

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when
individuals and organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are
brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by
all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend the International Cricket Council upon the occasion of hosting
the India vs. Pakistan Match during the historic ICC Men's T20 World Cup
on June 9, 2024; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to International Cricket Council.