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New addition joins DP World Lions pride as the women’s blind team takes the stage

Lions Cricket, in partnership with DP World, officially launched the DP World Lions women’s blind team.

Lions Cricket, in partnership with global leader in end-to-end supply chain solutions DP World, officially launched the latest team to join the pride, the DP World Lions women’s blind team, on June 9.

The extended partnership will see DP World mark a significant milestone in the advancement of inclusive sport and disability cricket in South Africa.

Isaac Bidla, the DP World Lions women’s blind team coach, commended DP World Lions for constantly making the sport accessible and inclusive to communities.

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“Today is not only a celebration of women’s cricket; it’s a commitment to creating opportunities, promoting inclusion, and empowering women through sport.”

The DP World Lions women’s blind team represents an important step forward in creating greater accessibility and equal opportunities within the game.

Through this partnership, players will receive enhanced support, while gaining increased visibility to inspire communities, challenge perceptions, and encourage future generations to pursue their sporting ambitions.

Simphiwe Joubert. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

Jono Leaf-Wright, Lions Cricket CEO, welcomed the partnership, highlighting its significance for the future of the game.

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“Cricket has a unique ability to unite communities, inspire individuals, and create lasting change.

The launch of the DP World Lions women’s blind team reflects our commitment to ensuring that every athlete has the opportunity to participate, compete, and thrive. It is a proud moment for the entire cricket ecosystem and another important milestone in the continued growth of the women’s game.”

Esha Mansingh, DP World’s head of corporate affairs and sustainability in Africa, said by supporting the DP World Lions women’s blind team: “We are helping to create a more inclusive pathway for participation and development in the sport.

We believe this partnership has the potential to make a meaningful impact by opening opportunities, advancing visibility, and inspiring more women and girls to see cricket as a space where they belong and can succeed.”

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Asanda Matlhare

Asanda is a Rosebank Killarney Gazette multimedia Journalist. She covers community-related affairs. Asanda was previously an intern at The Star and The Citizen Newspaper

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