Cricket is the only sport in this country that brings monetary benefits. It is the only sport that is watched and gets state support. Businesses flock towards it and you become a hit among the masses if you are a cricketer even if you are massively average. The stardom linked with cricket has elevated it in Pakistan and it gets all the investments. Cricketers are however still not very good and they are generally seen disappointing the fans.
Arshad Nadeem is the most decorated athlete in the country right now with the country’s first ever and only Olympic gold medal in any track events. He has reached this position after a lot of hard work and resilience. He had no support and brought glory for Pakistan single-handedly.
The athlete spoke to the international media after his gold win and shared his journey with the world. He revealed that he wanted to be a cricketer and he used to play as a fast bowler. He could not continue it due to lack of resources and later on tried playing football, kabbadi and other athletics. He then discovered javelin throw and he has managed to become world no. 1 in the sport. Starting his journey from his village with no pathway ahead, Arshad Nadeem is an inspiration for youth with the way he has carved out a path for himself.
Here is how Arshad Nadeem reached the javelin after passing through the corridors of cricket:
