2017 Blind T20 World Cup

The 2017 Blind T20 World Cup was the inaugural edition of the T20 format cricket tournament for visually impaired players, held from December 6 to December 17, 2017, in India. Organized by the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) and sanctioned by the World Blind Cricket Council, the tournament featured 10 participating nations, including India, Pakistan, South Africa, and England. India emerged as the tournament champion, winning the final against Pakistan in Bengaluru, thereby solidifying its dominance in blind cricket. The event aimed to promote awareness and inclusivity in sports, highlighting the prowess of visually impaired athletes. The tournament received widespread media coverage and significantly contributed to the visibility of blind cricket on a global stage.