Faiza Azam Khan, a Karachi-based professional banker, has turned viral after she was seen batting in style with her burka on, much to the delight of social media users everywhere. While called the “Burka Batter,” Faiza’s cricket skills have been appreciating by fans and even cricketers everywhere in Pakistan and worldwide.
In spite of her corporate background, Faiza’s innate cricketing talent and open display of enthusiasm for the sport are shattering stereotypes for women in conservative environments. Her going viral is all about her showing no hesitation about smashing balls with confidence in a street cricket game, fusing tradition with sporting brilliance.
Social media platforms praised her for juggling a professional life and pursuing her sports interest. Several praised her as a role model for young girls who want to play sports despite dress or origin.
Faiza has since declared her desire to encourage more women to pursue their dreams without limitation or fear. With increasing demands for her participation in official cricket training programs, Faiza’s story may only be beginning.
