RIYADH — Riyadh in going to be next stop for Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi, who is in the Kingdom to conduct Saudi Cricket Centre's (SCC) Talent Hunt Program. The Royal Academy of Cricket (RAC) is arranging a welcome reception here Monday night in honor of the former skipper, the RAC officials announced at a press conference. The RAC also announced the schedule for the Talent Hunt Program. The program aims to pick gifted young players from different parts of the Kingdom. The RAC is hosting and managing the program in the capital city. The RAC said the sole purpose of inviting a star like Afridi for the trials is to instill the importance of the event besides boosting the morale of the young cricketers. Afridi's visit to Riyadh would also give the young players and the Asian community here an opportunity to see and share experiences with the world famous sportsman. The dinner reception being arranged in honor of Afridi is invitation-only. Invitation cards can be obtained from Salman: 0532305691 and Faisal 0507202389.
