Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], January 31, 2023: Karnataka will lock horns with Odisha while Andhra Pradesh clash against Gujarat on Thursday in the semi-finals of the ongoing IndusInd Bank Nagesh Trophy- Men’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2023-24 got underway in Nagpur.

Karnataka, Delhi, Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh registered wins on Wednesday on the last day of the Super 8 stage of the Nagesh Trophy here. Now the semi-final will be played among the four qualified teams on Thursday.

In Group A, Andhra Pradesh with six points and Odisha with 4 points finished as the top two teams. In Group B, Karnataka with six points and Gujarat with four points finished as the top two teams.

Karnataka won all their three games in the Super 8 stage. On Wednesday, Karnataka defeated Gujarat by 7 wickets. Opting to field first, Karnataka restricted Gujarat to 130/9 and then chased down the target in the 14th over.

Fighting the dead rubber, Delhi also registered a win against Telangana by 9 wickets to conclude their journey on a high in the Nagesh Trophy. In the morning matches, Rajasthan defeated Uttar Pradesh by 3 wickets while Andhra Pradesh thrashed Odisha by 9 wickets in the Super 8 stage.

In the first semi-final, Andhra Pradesh will face Gujarat while in the second semi-final, Karnataka will meet Odisha on Thursday.

Cricket Association for the Blind in India, Cricket Association for the Blind in Vidarbha and Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled are organising the semi-final and final matches at Nagpur.   This is for the first time that Nagesh Trophy is being played in Nagpur. 

The Super 8 stage league matches were played on the first 3 days and the semi-finals will be played on Thursday. The finals of the megaevent will take place on February 2 in Nagpur.

Nagesh Trophy was launched in the memory of Late Shri SP Nagesh, Founder President, Cricket Association for the Blind in India and Founder Trustee, Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled. The launch of the tournament brought together the entire blind cricket community into one huge platform, by creating a milestone in the blind cricket history.   

Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], January 30, 2023: Karnataka, Odisha, Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh registered wins on Tuesday in the Super 8 stage of the ongoing IndusInd Bank Nagesh Trophy- Men’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2023-24 got underway in Nagpur.

Odisha, Telangana, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka locked horns in the knockout matches on Wednesday. All the winning teams are currently leading the charts in their respective Groups.

In the opening match on Day 2, Karnataka beat Rajasthan by 89 runs. Put into bat first by Rajasthan, Karnataka scored a mammoth 267/5 in the allotted 20 overs. Prakash Jyaramaiah and Sunil Ramesh both scored centuries. In reply, Rajasthan managed 178/4. Prakash Jyaramaiah was adjudged the player of the match.

In the other morning encounter, Odisha beat Delhi by 17 runs. Batting first, Odisha scored 185/6 and then restricted Delhi to 168/8. Pankaj Bhue of Odisha scored the highest 85 in 59 balls and was adjudged the player of the match.

In the afternoon matches, Andhra Pradesh defeated Telangana by 8 wickets. T Durga Rao was adjusdged player of the match.  Gujarat drubbed Uttar Pradesh by 7 wickets. Dinesh Rathva was adjudged the player of the match.   In Group A, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh have won both their matches while Delhi and Telangana have lost the two games.

In Group B, Karnataka and Gujarat have won both their matches, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh have lost the two games. The semi-finals slots have been almost booked but the all eight teams will meet again on Day 3 on Wednesday.

Cricket Association for the Blind in India, Cricket Association for the Blind in Vidarbha and Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled are organising the Super 8 Matches at Nagpur.   This is for the first time that Nagesh Trophy is being played in Nagpur.  The matches will be played at SB City College Cricket Ground and Indian Railways Cricket Ground.

The Super 8 stage league matches will be played on the first 3 days and the semi-finals will be played on February 1. The finals of the megaevent will take place on February 2 in Nagpur. Odisha, Telangana, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh and Karnataka are the eight teams who are competing in the Super 8 stage.

Nagesh Trophy was launched in the memory of Late Shri SP Nagesh, Founder President, Cricket Association for the Blind in India and Founder Trustee, Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled. The launch of the tournament brought together the entire blind cricket community into one huge platform, by creating a milestone in the blind cricket history.   

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], January 16, 2023: Telangana on Tuesday beat Jammu & Kashmir by 1 run in the eliminator match of the ongoing 6th edition of the IndusInd Bank Nagesh Trophy – Men’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2023-24 at JB Cricket Ground in Hyderabad.

With this win, Telangana qualified for the Super 8 stage of the Nagesh Trophy and became the 8th team to do so after Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Odisha, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh.

Opting to bat first, Telangana smashed 101/5 in the 10 overs with Nikhil Bathula scoring 54 of 32 balls. Jammu & Kashmir started off well with Mohd Azeem smashing each and every corner of the ground. However, Telangana restricted them at 100, hence winning the match by 1 run. Nikhil Bathula was adjudged as the Player of the Match.

Earlier on Sunday, Uttar Pradesh defeated Tripura by 138 runs at Manas Sports Academy in Lucknow. Opting to bat first, Uttar Pradesh scored 180 in the allotted 20 overs and then restricted Tripura to 42/10. Chandan Kumar who scored 45 off 32 balls was named as the Player of the Match.

Following the conclusion of the League Stage in December 2023, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Odisha, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Delhi had qualified for the Super 8 stage following their exemplary performances. Uttar Pradesh and Tripura, Telangana and Jammu & Kashmir locked horns in the Eliminator games.

Super 8 stage of Nagesh Trophy will begin on January 29 following an inauguration in Nagpur on January 28. The Super 8 stage will run for three days and the semi-finals will be played on February 1. The finals of the megaevent will take place on February 2 in Nagpur.

Nagesh Trophy was launched in the memory of Late Shri SP Nagesh, Founder President, Cricket Association for the Blind in India and Founder Trustee, Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled. The launch of the tournament brought together the entire blind cricket community into one huge platform, by creating a milestone in the blind cricket history. 

Hubli (Karnataka) [India], January 12:Odisha on Friday were crowned champions of the Women’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024 following a win against Karnataka in the finals here at Karnataka Gymkhana Cricket Ground.

Odisha defeated Karnataka by 6 wickets to win the coveted trophy. Chasing a paltry 94 runs in the final, Odisha suffered early blows with skipper Phula Saren getting out for a golden duck. But Jamuna Rani Tudu and Basanti Hansda scored 24 and 34 runs respectively to take Odisha home.

Jhili Birua was named as the Player of the Match in the final. Meanwhile, Player of the series in B1 category was awarded to Simu Das from Rajasthan, B2 Category to Menka Kumari from Delhi and B3 category to Jhili Birua. The players of the series were awarded with INR 10000/- cash prize and the trophy. The runners were awarded with INR 80000/- with the trophy. Winners were awarded INR 104000/-  with the trophy.

Dr Mahantesh G Kivadasannavar, Chairman – Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) said, “I congratulate the winners and all the teams for their participation. The women’s National has given new talent and CABI is happy to grab the talent to nurture them. I would like to announce the Zonal Tournament in Delhi where the best players from these states will represent their respective zones. The tournament will be held in Delhi in the month of March.”

Hon’ble Shri Sandeep Patil the chief guest said, “Thank you CABI and Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled for inviting me and I feel the national tournament is the testimony that a person with Vision always finds ways to succeed.”

The closing ceremony had the guests from various quarters of life. Dr Mahantesh G Kivadasannavar, Chairman – CABI, Hon’ble Shri Sandeep Patil, (Hanagal Advocate Karnataka High Court,  Mr Uday Kumar – CABI Founder Member Mr Chandrasekhar – Chairman Women’s Cricket Mr. Sadanand Hallur (Manager-PRAXAIR INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED) Mr. Veeranna Savadi, (Ex-Mayor of Hubballi-Dharwad & Cricketer) Mr. Shankar Koliwad (Proprietor of Koliwad Marbles and Granites Hubli) Dr V S V Prasad – Managing Director, Swarna Group of Companies Mr Vipul Bhutada (Area chairman, area 10, round table India) Ms Anchal kongawad (Area Chairperson,) Dr Sanjay mashal (Chairman Hubli Round Table 37) Ms Anuli Vernekar (Chairperson Hubli Ladies Circle 45) Mr Naval Jartarghar (Eureka builders) Mr Sachin Akalwadi (SLN BIOTECH) Mr Vaidik ( Ex chairperson ladies club 45) Mr Anjanappa Muttappa – CFO , Samarthanam Mr E john David – Director Global Development Mr Chandrakanth – General Secretary, Karnataka Cricket Association for the Blind congratulated the teams and handed over the trophies.

Coming to the finals, put into bat first, Karnataka got off to a bad start as the side lost five wickets in the powerplay. Captain Varsha along with four more players all departed cheaply. Star batter Deepika did stay a little longer on the crease having scored 16 runs in 29 balls but her stint was cut short by Jamuna Rani Tudu.

Karnataka, who had played clinically well in the ongoing tournament, found themselves struggling for runs in the finals. The side kept losing wickets at regular intervals were found reeling at 44/6 in the eighth over.

The falling of wickets didn’t stop but Divakka and Renuka Rajput contributions made sure Karnataka crossed the 90-run mark. The side however was bundled out for 93 in the 19th over and Odisha chased down the target quiet comfortably.

The tournament started on Monday with 16 teams sixteen teams stepping onto the fields in Hubli-Dharwad to battle for the glory. The League stage lasted for 3 days and Karnataka, Delhi, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh qualified for the semi-finals.

While Karnataka defeated Delhi, Odisha beat Andhra Pradesh in the semi-finals. A total of 27 matches were played in the IndusInd Bank Women’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024.

Hubli (Karnataka) [India], January 11:Karnataka defeated Delhi by 7 wickets in the semi-finals of the ongoing Women’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024 on Thursday and will now face Odisha in the ultimate showdown here at Karnataka Gymkhana Cricket Ground.

Karnataka and Odisha will lock horns in the finals of Women’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024 on Friday on the occasion of National Youth Day, also known as Vivekananda Jayanti. Meanwhile, Odisha defeated Andhra Pradesh by 19 runs in the first semi-final on Thursday.

In the second semi-final, Karnataka won the toss and opted to bowl first. Delhi got off to a bad start and lost half of their side for 65 runs inside 10 overs. Manika and Deepmala Kumari, then stitched a 67-run stand and took Delhi’s total to 132/5 in 20 overs.

Chasing 133, Karnataka suffered early blows but Deepika TC smashed a fifty (63) while Laxmi P scored 29 off 25 balls to help side get over the line. Karnataka won the match with 36 balls to spare. Deepika was named as the Player of the Match.

In the first semi-final, Odisha chose to bat first, amassing a formidable total of 183/3 in their allotted 20 overs, propelled by the stellar performances of Jhili Birua and Muni Purty.

The Andhra Pradesh side, despite their best efforts, fell short, managing 164/6 in 20 overs. Jhili Birua, with her brilliant 82 runs off 55 balls was awarded the Player of the Match.

With Karnataka and Odisha securing their places in the finals, all eyes are set on the ultimate showdown scheduled for National Youth Day. Cricket fans anticipate a thrilling clash as the two teams brimming with talent gear up for the match.

Hubli (Karnataka) [India], January 10:Karnataka will lock horns with Delhi while Odisha will face Andhra Pradesh in the semi-finals of the ongoing Women’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024 on Thursday.

Both matches will be played on the same day here at Karnataka Gymkhana Cricket Ground. Odisha vs Andhra Pradesh will kick start the semi-finals proceedings at 9:00 am while Karnataka and Delhi will meet in the afternoon at same location.

All the four semi-finalists on Wednesday won their respective games to reach the next stage of the ongoing Women’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024.

For Karnataka it was a cake walk as the side thrashed Assam by nine wickets at SDM College of Medical Sciences and Hospital Cricket Ground in Dharwad. Put into bat first by Karnataka, Assam scored just 57 runs in 20 overs. Karnataka chased down the target in the 6th over. Laxmi P was named as the Player of the Match.

Delhi defeated West Bengal by 116 runs at Indian Railways Cricket Ground in Hubli. Delhi scored 192/3 and bundled out West Bengal for 76. Manika was named as the Player of the Match. Delhi reached semis by virtue of a better net run rate.

Odisha and Andhra Pradesh defeated Madhya Pradesh and Haryana respectively in Hubli. Both the teams remained undefeated in their respective Groups and will kick start the semi-final proceedings on Thursday.

The League stage has ended today. A total of 27 matches is being played in the IndusInd Bank Women’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024. The final showdown, coinciding with National Youth Day, also known as Vivekananda Jayanti, is set for January 12, promising a fitting culmination to this remarkable tournament.

New Delhi [India], January 9: Visually impaired cricketer and captain of Indian Men’s Cricket Team for the Blind Illuri Ajay Kumar Reddy on Tuesday was conferred with Prestigious Arjuna Award from the President of India at a specially organized function at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

National Sports Awards are given every year to recognize and reward excellence in sports. Arjuna Award for outstanding performance in Sports and Games is given for good performance over a period of the previous three years and for showing qualities of leadership, sportsmanship and a sense of discipline.

Illuri Ajay Kumar Reddy (Blind Cricket) is among the 26 sportspersons who were honoured with Arjuna Award for outstanding performance in Sports and Games 2023. The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports last month had announced the National Sports Awards 2023. The nominated stars received their awards from the President of India.

“I am overwhelmed with this recognition. I dedicate this award to my Parents and Family members for their support. I also would like to thank Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) and all the players with whom I have played,” Ajay Reddy said in a statement.

Congratulating Arjuna awardee Dr Mahantesh G Kivadasannavar, Chairman- Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) said “It is an honour and proud moment for all the blind cricketers across the world. It is the good recognition for the hard work and dedication in taking Cricket for the Blind to the next level through various achievements by the Indian Men’s Cricket Team for the blind under the leadership of Ajay Reddy. CABI is happy that cricket for the blind is getting the recognition with other major sports.”

Following the Award ceremony, Illuri Ajay Reddy, the chairman of the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) Dr Mahantesh G Kivadasannavar and CABI secretary Shailender Yadav also met Indian pacer Mohammad Shami. Shami is also among the 26 sportspersons who were honoured with Arjuna Award on Tuesday.

Illuri Ajay Reddy is currently working in SBI regional office in Bangalore. He is a B2 category player, who is representing India since 2010. He has been part of winning two ODI World Cups, 3 T20 world cups, 1 Asia Cup.

Ajay is the captain of the Indian cricket team for the blind since 2016. Under his captaincy Team India has won 1 ODI world cup, 2 T20 world cups, 1 Asia Cup and the Silver Medal in IBSA World Games and many bilateral and triangular Series.

Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) acknowledges the great support received from the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports through this award. The continuous support and patronage received from the esteemed ministry has helped CABI to achieve this milestone.

Hubli (Karnataka) [India], January 8:TheWomen’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024 began on Monday with sixteen teams stepping onto the fields in Hubli-Dharwad to kick-start the showpiece event.

Karnataka, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Kerala and Rajasthan all won their respective matches on Day 1 of the league stage. The 16 teams competed at Karnataka Gymkhana Cricket Ground, Indian Railways Cricket Ground, BDK Cricket Ground, and SDM Cricket Ground respectively.  

Winning the toss Jharkhand chose to bat and was able to score 116/6 in the allotted 2 overs. Karnataka defeated Jharkhand by eight wickets at Karnataka Gymkhana Ground in Hubli. Jharkhand scored 116/6 in 20 overs but Karnataka chased down the target in the 12th over.  Karnataka’s Deepika was named as the Player of the Match for quick score of 37 of 28 balls. Karnataka will now face Maharashtra at SDM Dental College Cricket Ground.

Morning matches

Odisha defeated Telangana by eight wickets at Indian Railways Cricket Ground in Hubli. Batting first Telangana was folded for 50 runs and Odisha got over the line in just five overs. Odisha’s Basanti Hansda was adjudged as the Player of the Match.

Andhra Pradesh thrashed Chandigarh by 141 runs at Bdk Cricket Ground in Hubli. Andhra Pradesh slammed 254/3 in allotted 20 overs and then bundled out Chandigarh for 113 runs. Ramya Chodipilli was named as the Player of the Match.

West Bengal defeated Tamil Nadu by eight wickets at Sdm College Of Medical Sciences And Hospital Cricket Ground in Dharwad. Tamil Nadu scored 141 but West Bengal chased down the target in the 19th over. Pratima Ghosh was named as the Player of the Match.

Afternoon matches

Madhya Pradesh defeated Gujarat by 95 runs at Indian Railways Cricket Ground in Hubli. Batting first Madhya Pradesh scored 172/5 in 20 overs and then restricted Gujarat to 77/10. Sushma Patel was named as the Player of the Match      .

Maharashtra thrashed Assam by 10 wickets at Sdm College Of Medical Sciences And Hospital Cricket Ground in Dharwad. Assam were folded for 89 runs and then Maharashtra completed the formalities in 11 overs. Ganga Kadam was named as the Player of the Match.

Kerala defeated Delhi by seven wickets Karnataka Gymkhana Ground in Hubli. Batting first Delhi scored 171/1 but Kerala chased down the target with four balls to spare. Santhosh P was named as the Player of the Match.

Rajasthan thrashed Haryana by 186 runs at Bdk Cricket Ground, in Hubli. Rajasthan slammed 240 runs in 20 overs and then restricted Haryana to 54/10. Simu Das was named as the Player of the Match.

On Sunday, the Grand inauguration of the Women’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024 was held here at the Indira Glass House Hubli in the august presence of Shri. Santosh Lad, Minister of Labour Government of Karnataka, Shri. Jagadish Shettar Former Chief Minister of Karnataka and the CABI officials.

The 16 state teams participated in the inauguration with lot enthusiasm. Mr Chandrashekar, Chairman Women’s Cricket proposed the Vote of thanks.  The Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI), Karnataka Cricket Association for the Blind (KCAB) in association with Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled is organising the IndusInd Bank supported Women’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024

Every day in the league stage, there will be eight matches, four in the morning and the other four in the afternoon. A total of 16 teams, divided into four groups, will engage in spirited competition for the ultimate showdown scheduled on January 12.

The League stage will end on January 10 and the four teams qualifying for the semi-finals will battle it out for the top spot on Thursday. A total of 27 matches will be played in the IndusInd Bank Women’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024

The final showdown, coinciding with National Youth Day, also known as Vivekananda Jayanti, is set for January 12, promising a fitting culmination to this remarkable tournament.

The groups for the women’s national.

Group A: Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Telangana

Group B: Karnataka, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Assam

Group C: Delhi, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal

Group D: Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chandigarh, Haryana

Hubli (Karnataka) [India], January 7:The Grand inauguration of the Women’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024 was held here at the Indira Glass House Hubli in the august presence of Shri. Santosh Lad, Minister of Labour Government of Karnataka, Shri. Jagadish Shettar Former Chief Minister of Karnataka and the CABI officials.

Sixteen teams are set to ignite the cricketing fervor as they step onto the fields in Hubli-Dharwad on Monday to kick start the Women’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024. The 16 teams will compete at Karnataka Gymkhana Cricket Ground, Indian Railways Cricket Ground, BDK Cricket Ground, and SDM Cricket Ground respectively.  

Welcoming the gathering Dr Mahantesh G Kivadasannavar, Chairman, Cricket Association for the Blind in India(CABI) said “Cricket for the Blind has travelled a long way and it is CABI’s responsibility to take this game to the cities where cricket for the blind is unheard off. I place on record the great support received from the respective State and Central governments over the years for the promotion of cricket for the Blind. Let this tournament bring the best talent.”

The President of CABI, Mr Buse Gowda addressed the gathering with the details of the tournament and the journey of Women’s Cricket for the Blind.

“Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled and Cricket Association for the Blind in India have brought so many laurels to the country. There is always a great feeling to attend all the events and Cricket for the Blind brings everyone together” said Shri. Jagadish Shettar Former Chief Minister of Karnataka and the CABI officials.

Shri. Santosh Lad, Minister of Labour Government of Karnataka inaugurating the tournament said” I was speechless and was in tears when I attended the previous event at Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled in Dharwad. I am a cricketer and I have represented at the various level. The vision of Dr Mahantesh G K makes me more committed to the cause of Inclusivity and promotion cricket for the Blind”.

The 16 state teams participated in the inauguration with lot enthusiasm. Mr Chandrashekar, Chairman Women’s Cricket proposed the Vote of thanks.  The Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI), Karnataka Cricket Association for the Blind (KCAB) in association with Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled is organising the IndusInd Bank supported Women’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024

Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, Chandigarh and Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Karnataka will simultaneously kick off the tournament on Monday. Every day in the league stage, there will be eight matches, four in the morning and the other four in the afternoon.

A total of 16 teams, divided into four groups, will engage in spirited competition for the ultimate showdown scheduled on January 12. The league stage kicks off on Monday.

The League stage will end on January 10 and the four teams qualifying for the semi-finals will battle it out for the top spot on Thursday. A total of 27 matches will be played in the IndusInd Bank Women’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2024

The final showdown, coinciding with National Youth Day, also known as Vivekananda Jayanti, is set for January 12, promising a fitting culmination to this remarkable tournament.

The groups for the women’s national.

Group A: Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Telangana

Group B: Karnataka, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Assam

Group C: Delhi, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal

Group D: Andhra Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chandigarh, Haryana

Kochi / Chandigarh [India], December 18, 2023:  Kerala, Odisha in Group C while Madhya Pradesh, Telangana in Group D registered wins on Monday here in the ongoing 6th edition of IndusInd Bank Nagesh Trophy – Men’s National T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2023-24.

The Kochi and Chandigarh-leg started simultaneously on Monday with Odisha, Jharkhand, Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar in Group C and Gujarat, Chandigarh, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana in Group D competing respectively.

In Group C’s opening match held in Kochi, Kerala emerged victorious, defeating Bihar by 35 runs. Kerala set a target of 126/6 in 13 overs, and Bihar could only manage 91/4 in response. The standout performer, Md Farhan, who scored 51 runs in 34 balls, earned the well-deserved title of Player of the Match.

Meanwhile, in another Group C encounter, Odisha displayed dominance by thrashing Jharkhand with a convincing nine-wicket victory. Jharkhand, opting to bat first, faltered at 39/10 in the 17th over, allowing Odisha to chase down the target in just 21 balls. Debaraj Behera, who claimed three wickets, was named the Player of the Match.

Shifting the focus to Group D, the first match witnessed a high-scoring thriller as Madhya Pradesh secured a six-wicket win against Chandigarh. Chandigarh, batting first, posted a formidable total of 208/8 in 20 overs. However, Madhya Pradesh successfully chased down the target in the 18th over, propelled by Rampal Uike’s match-winning century. Rampal earned the Player of the Match honor for his stellar performance.

In the second Group D match, Telangana emerged victorious over West Bengal by 27 runs in a run-filled contest in Chandigarh. Telangana posted a commanding total of 262/5 in 20 overs, and despite Surojit Ghora’s impressive 129 runs in 72 balls for West Bengal, Telangana’s K Shiva Shankar was awarded the Player of the Match for his well-made 86.

Jammu & Kashmir (Group E) and Karnataka (Group B) currently tops their respective Groups. In Group C, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand and Odisha, Kerala will lock horns with each other on Tuesday while in Group D Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Chandigarh, West Bengal will meet on the same day.

The ongoing 6^th edition of Nagesh Trophy began on November 23 with the four teams of Group E battling out at the University of Jammu. The tournament will run till February 02, 2024 and the League stage will be played till December 29, 2023.

Nagesh Trophy was launched in the memory of Late Shri SP Nagesh, Founder President, Cricket Association for the Blind in India and Founder Trustee, Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled. The launch of the tournament brought together the entire blind cricket community into one huge platform, by creating a milestone in the blind cricket history.  

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 14: India on Thursday defeated Nepal by seven wickets in the fourth T20 despite captain Binita Pun’s show with the bat here at Police Gymkhana Cricket Ground in the first-ever Fedfina Women’s Bilateral Cricket Series for the Blind 2023.

Put into bat first, Nepal scored 165/6 in the allotted 20 overs. Sushma Patel, Ravanni, Basanti Hansda and Simu Das all scored as India chased down the target in the 19th over. With this win, India clinched the five match series 3-1 with last match to go on Friday.

Batting first, Binita Pun, who has been the highest run scorer in the ongoing series, provided Nepal a firing start. Mankeshi Chaudhary and Binita built a 101-run stand in the first 12 overs.

Binta (69) departed in the 14th over leaving Nepal at 116/2 but Srijana Pariyar continued the scoreboard. However, India bounced back in the game with flurry of wickets as Nepal lost 4 batters in the last four overs and were only able to score 165/6 after a good start.

Chasing 166, Sushma Patel and Ravanni completed India’s fifty inside six overs. But Ravanni was sent back to the dugout in the seventh over by Prativa Rai. Sushma and Basanti Hansda then stitched a 66-run stand to continue India’s chase.

India lost Sushma and Basanti Hansda in the 14th and 16th over respectively but that didn’t dent the chase and the side chased down the target quite comfortably in the 19th over.

Sushma Patel, who scored 45 runs in 37 balls, was adjudged as the Player of the Match. India and Nepal will now meet in the fifth T20 on Friday. Having already won the series 3-1, the Friday’s T20 will be a dead rubber.

India had won the first two T20s but Nepal came back in the third game on Wednesday, denying India a series win. However, India on Thursday won the fourth T20 to clinch the series with 3-1 with one match to go.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 13: Captain Binita Pun and Mankeshi Chaudhary smashed scintillating fifties as Nepal defeated India by 10 wickets in the third T20 on Wednesday here at Police Gymkhana Cricket Ground in the first-ever Fedfina Women’s Bilateral Cricket Series for the Blind 2023.

In a must win encounter for Nepal, the visiting team came firing on all cylinders in the third match to defeat India by 10 wickets. Binita (78) and Mankeshi (75) didn’t allow Indian bowlers to settle and chased down the target in the 20^th over quite comfortably.

India scored 171/4 in the allotted 20 overs and were not able to claim a series win as Nepal got over the line without losing wickets. Binita, who is currently the leading run scorer for Nepal in the series, was adjudged as Player of the Match. With this win, Nepal has kept their hope alive and India now leads the series by 2-1 with two more matches to go this week.

Opting to bat first India got off to a good start with Simu Das leading the charge as the side went past the 30-run mark in four overs. Nepal’s Sarita Ghimire ran out Sushma Patel to put break on the scoring spree.

India lost two wickets after the power play as Simranjeet Kaur and Phula Saren departed without causing much trouble to the scoreboard as the Women in Blue were reduced to 67/3 in the ninth over.

Simu Das however continued her onslaught and took India score to 100/4 in the 12th over despite losing Ravanni (14). With nine overs left and six wickets in hand, Sunita Srathe and Simu Das built a 76-run unbeaten stand for the fifth wicket as India scored 171/4 in the allotted 20 overs.

Chasing 172, Binita and Mankeshi stitched a 174-run stand to help Nepal defeat India by 10 wickets in the third T20. India and Nepal will now face each other in the fourth T20 match on Thursday with an aim to level the series.