Skardu, September 28, 2026: The Ali Sher Khan Anchan Polo Tournament Season 6, 2026 concluded at the historic Maqpoon Polo Ground, Skardu, with Chitral Winds Eagle lifting the championship trophy.
The tournament was jointly organized by the District Administration Skardu, Polo Association Skardu, and Faysal Bank Skardu. A total of 20 polo teams from Gilgit, Ghizer, Astore, Baltistan and Chitral participated in the tournament, featuring a series of exciting and competitive matches that attracted large crowds of polo enthusiasts.
The final was played between Chitral Winds Eagle and Chitral Buni. Chitral Winds Eagle delivered an impressive performance, defeating Chitral Buni 6–2 to claim the title.
The final match was attended by Secretary Tourism, Sports & Culture Gilgit-Baltistan Abbas Ali and Director Sports Gilgit-Baltistan Shah Muhammad as guests of honour. Former Prime Minister of Pakistan Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, Deputy Commissioner Skardu Hamza Murad, President Polo Association Gilgit-Baltistan Kashif Zia, representatives of the Chitral Polo Association, other distinguished guests, and thousands of spectators were also present.
The closing ceremony also featured a variety of cultural performances showcasing the rich traditional heritage of Gilgit-Baltistan, including sword dance and Balti Dumcheel. A tug-of-war competition was also organized for the entertainment of spectators.
At the conclusion of the tournament, the guests distributed prizes among the players and presented trophies to the captains of the winning and runner-up teams. A cash prize of Rs. 100,000 was awarded to the winning team, while the runner-up received Rs. 50,000.
Addressing the closing ceremony, the chief guest appreciated the District Administration Skardu and other organizers for successfully hosting the Ali Sher Khan Anchan Polo Tournament. It was also announced that the event would be included as a regular calendar event in the future.
Players and polo enthusiasts welcomed the announcement, noting that such sporting events contribute to the promotion of polo in Gilgit-Baltistan, provide a platform for showcasing the region’s traditional culture, and support the growth of tourism and related activities across the region.
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