The 12th edition of National Bank of Pakistan T20 Blind Cricket Trophy Grade-1 tournament will commence in Islamabad from tomorrow (Thursday).

Eight top teams from across the country will compete for this national prime title.

The teams have been divided into two: Islamabad, Bahawalpur, Gujranwala and Abbottabad have been placed in Pool A, whereas Peshawar, Lahore, AJK and Okara make Pool B.

The matches of the five-day tournament will be played at two venues: Bhutto Shaheed Cricket Ground, Sittara Market G-7 Islamabad and PAF Headquarters Cricket Ground, E-9, Islamabad.

The semifinals and the final will take place at Bhutto Shaheed Cricket Ground on May 15 and 16, respectively.

25 players will be selected from these events to prepare them for the Blind Cricket World Cup, which will be held in India in December.