Inter-Zonal PD T20 Championship Kicks Off in Hyderabad
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Synopsis
On February 10, the Inter-Zonal PD T20 Championship was officially launched at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad. Following the opening ceremony, North Zone defeated South Zone by three wickets in a thrilling match, highlighting the event's significance in promoting inclusivity in cricket.
Key Takeaways
- Inter-Zonal PD T20 Championship launched.
- North Zone wins against South Zone by 3 wickets.
- Notable dignitaries attended the opening ceremony.
- Support for differently-abled cricket emphasized.
- Encouragement for talented cricketers with disabilities.
Hyderabad, Feb 10 (NationPress) The Inter-Zonal PD T20 Championship had its grand inauguration at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium on Monday, with matches commencing shortly after the opening festivities. In the inaugural match, North Zone triumphed over South Zone by a margin of three wickets.
The opening event was graced by notable figures such as Indian cricketer Tilak Varma, A. Jagan Mohan Rao, the President of the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA), John Manoj, the former HCA secretary, Ravikant Chauhan, General Secretary of DCCI, and Surender Kumar Agarwal, President of DACAH.
Tilak Varma took the time to engage with the players, answering their inquiries and motivating them with his encouraging words. Jagan Mohan Rao emphasized HCA's unwavering support for the advancement of cricket for the differently-abled and pledged ongoing assistance in future endeavors. This championship signifies a significant step towards inclusivity in cricket, with DACAH dedicated to creating opportunities for talented cricketers with disabilities nationwide.
During his address, Surender Kumar Agarwal highlighted the necessity of establishing a platform for differently-abled cricketers, ensuring their skills gain the acknowledgment they rightfully deserve. Ravikant Chauhan expressed gratitude to Jagan Mohan Rao for HCA's robust support and dedication to enhancing differently-abled cricket.
In the event's first match, played on Monday, North Zone achieved a dramatic 3-wicket win over South Zone in a gripping encounter at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium.
South Zone posted a score of 155/7 in 20 overs, with Shivashankara delivering an exceptional performance, scoring 64 off 38 balls, including four fours and four sixes. Wasim Iqbal shone with the ball, taking 3 wickets for just 16 runs in his 4 overs.
In their response, North Zone chased down the target, reaching 156/7 in 19.3 overs, with contributions from Nasim Iqbal (31) and Prabhot Singh (27). Despite a valiant effort from Shivashankara and Sainath Reddy with the ball, North Zone completed their chase with three balls remaining.
