Kolkata Warriors win Deaf IPL 2026 final, beat Bangalore by 14 runs
Synopsis
Eight franchises, four days, one champion: Kolkata Warriors lifted the Deaf IPL 2026 trophy in Tirupati with a 14-run final win over Bangalore Badshahs. Aman Chouksey stole the individual honours despite being on the losing side — a reminder that the best player doesn't always end up on the winning team.
Key Takeaways
Kolkata Warriors won the Deaf Indian Premier League 2026 , beating Bangalore Badshahs by 14 runs in the final on 5 October 2026 .
Kolkata posted 121/5 in 15 overs; Bangalore were restricted to 107/9 .
Jitan Nayak (Kolkata) won Player of the Match in the final; Aman Chouksey (Bangalore) swept Player of the Series , Best Bowler , and Highest Wicket-Taker honours.
The tournament was held at KVS Sports Park Cricket Ground, Tirupati from 1–4 October 2026 , with eight teams competing.
IDCA President Sumit Jain acknowledged support from BCCI and multiple national and regional deaf cricket bodies.
Kolkata Warriors were crowned champions of the Deaf Indian Premier League (DIPL) 2026 on 5 October 2026, defeating Bangalore Badshahs by 14 runs in the final at the KVS Sports Park Cricket Ground in Tirupati. The victory cemented Kolkata's dominance in a tournament that brought together deaf cricketers from across the country on a national competitive stage.
How the Final Unfolded
Batting first, Kolkata Warriors posted 121/5 in their allotted 15 overs, with their batters building a competitive total. Their bowlers then delivered under pressure, restricting Bangalore Badshahs to 107/9, handing Kolkata a 14-run victory. Jitan Nayak of Deaf Kolkata Warriors was named the Player of the Match for the final.
Tournament at a Glance
The championship was held at KVS Sports Park Cricket Ground in Tirupati from 1 to 4 October 2026, bringing together eight franchises: Deaf Hyderabad Eagles, Deaf Bangalore Badshahs, Deaf Lucknow Giants, Deaf Delhi Bulls, Deaf Mumbai Stars, Deaf Kolkata Warriors, Deaf Punjab Lions, and Deaf Chennai Blasters. The event provided a high-profile national platform for deaf cricketers to showcase their talent and competitive spirit.
Individual Award Winners
Aman Chouksey of Deaf Bangalore Badshahs had a standout tournament, winning the Player of the Series, Best Bowler of the Series, and Highest Wicket-Taker awards — a remarkable treble despite his side falling short in the final. Other honourees included Krrish Manish Prajapati (Kolkata Warriors) as Best Batter of the Series, Umar Ashraf (Kolkata Warriors) as Best Wicketkeeper, Deepak Lamba (Deaf Mumbai Stars) as Super Sixes Award winner, Venu Siliveru (Deaf Bangalore Badshahs) as Best Fielder of the Series, and Samiullah Pathan (Deaf Lucknow Giants) as Fastest of the Series.
What the IDCA Said
Sumit Jain, President of the Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA), addressed the gathering at the closing ceremony, appreciating players, officials, partners, and stakeholders for their contributions. The IDCA also acknowledged support from institutions including the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Deaf International Cricket Council (DICC), Asian Deaf Cricket Association (ADCA), Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI), Andhra Cricket Association (ACA), Deaf Cricket Association of Andhra Pradesh (DCAAP), and the Differently Abled Cricket Council of Andhra Pradesh (DACCAP).
Wider Significance
The Deaf IPL continues to grow as one of India's most prominent inclusive cricket competitions, giving differently-abled athletes a structured, franchise-based format that mirrors mainstream T20 cricket. With BCCI backing and multiple regional associations in the fold, the tournament is steadily building infrastructure for deaf cricket at the national level. The next edition is expected to expand on this year's foundation.
Point of View
Recurring competition. BCCI's institutional backing matters, but the real story is participation depth: eight teams from across India suggests a talent pipeline, not just a showcase event. The challenge going forward is visibility — the tournament deserves far wider broadcast and media coverage than it currently receives.
NationPress
5 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Deaf Indian Premier League 2026?
Kolkata Warriors won the Deaf IPL 2026, defeating Bangalore Badshahs by 14 runs in the final at KVS Sports Park Cricket Ground in Tirupati on 5 October 2026. Kolkata scored 121/5 and restricted Bangalore to 107/9.
Where and when was the Deaf IPL 2026 held?
The Deaf IPL 2026 was held at KVS Sports Park Cricket Ground in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, from 1 to 4 October 2026. Eight franchise teams from across India participated in the tournament.
Who was named Player of the Series in Deaf IPL 2026?
Aman Chouksey of Deaf Bangalore Badshahs was named Player of the Series. He also won the Best Bowler of the Series and Highest Wicket-Taker awards, making him the standout individual performer of the tournament despite Bangalore finishing as runners-up.
Which organisations supported the Deaf IPL 2026?
The tournament was organised by the Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) with support from the BCCI, Deaf International Cricket Council (DICC), Asian Deaf Cricket Association (ADCA), and several Andhra Pradesh-based cricket bodies including the Andhra Cricket Association and Differently Abled Cricket Council of Andhra Pradesh.
Which teams competed in the Deaf IPL 2026?
Eight teams competed: Deaf Hyderabad Eagles, Deaf Bangalore Badshahs, Deaf Lucknow Giants, Deaf Delhi Bulls, Deaf Mumbai Stars, Deaf Kolkata Warriors, Deaf Punjab Lions, and Deaf Chennai Blasters.
