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Second Innings

2017• 19 minPG

Synopsis

Eight months passed for a young Afghan refugee to reach the UK, where cricket became a vital connection to his new community.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Babar, who traveled eight months to find safety.
  • See how cricket helps young asylum seekers connect.
  • Find out why Rafi believes cricket changed his life.
  • Discover the challenges faced by Antonia in organizing cricket.

Did You Know

  • Babar took eight months to reach the UK from Afghanistan at age 12.
  • Rafi credits cricket with helping him find direction in life.
  • Antonia encountered a large group of separated children seeking asylum in the UK.
  • Most families in Babar's hometown had two to three cows and sheep.

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Cricket enthusiastsAsylum seeker advocatesSports and communityStories of resilience
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Frequently Asked Questions

What year did Babar arrive in the UK?

Babar arrived in the UK in 2009.

How long did it take Babar to get to the UK from Afghanistan?

It took Babar eight months to get to the UK from Afghanistan.

What is Babar training to become?

Babar is training to be a cricket coach.

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