05/12/2023
*Final Cricket Match "Captain Atul Somra Cricket Championship 2023"*
Banihal, 05 Dec 2023
In an effort to promote physical fitness and foster sportsmanship among the youth of Banihal, District-Ramban (J&K), the Army camp Banihal organised the "Captain Atul Somra Cricket Championship 2023" from November 21 to December 5, 2023, at the Cricket Ground Bankot.
32 teams from various parts of Ramban District participated in the tournament, including teams fielded by twenty-four Panchayats of Banihal and eight teams from other tehsils. The inaugural match was played between Lions Cricket Club Gund and Nowgam Warriors on November 21, 2023.
The tournament was inaugurated by SDM Banihal, Mr Zaheer Abbas, DDC Mr Imtiyaz Khandey and locals who commended the Army's continuous efforts in providing opportunities for local teams to showcase their sporting talents in presence of media.
Today, the final match was played between WCC Chareel and AI Sports Banihal. AI Sports Banihal won the final match by seven wickets in the 14th over.
The winner team was awarded a cash prize of Rs 30000, and Runner's up were given Rs 10000 along with trophy and medals and other top performers also awarded with trophy and cash prizes. The presentation ceremony was attended by DDC Mr Imtiyaz Khandey, BMO Banihal, ZPEO Banihal, locals, and media personnel.
With the efforts of local media, the event generated a tremendous response from the youth across the remote villages of Ramban District.
The Army remains committed to supporting the local community and will continue to collaborate with the civil administration to organise various sports events in the future, further enhancing the region's sporting landscape.
