Shri Sharadha Devi Andhara: The Samarthanam Bengaluru team emerged victorious at the Karnataka Men’s Cricket Tournament for the Blind, clinching the championship title with a commanding 35-run win over JSB Ramanagara in the grand finale.
The four-day tournament was hosted by Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled from May 12 to 15, 2026, at Ramu Sports Arena on Varthur-Sarjapur Road.
Batting first, Samarthanam Bengaluru played against JSB Ramanagara winning a massive total of 158/5 in 10 overs, led by a sensational innings from Ravi Bandiwaddar, who smashed 118 runs off just 41 balls with 27 boundaries.
Bhaskar added 7 runs, while Basavaraj M Hullenavar contributed 8 runs. The team also benefited from 20 extras.
Chasing 159, JSB Ramanagara fought hard and finished at 123/3 in 10 overs. Abhi A S B2 remained unbeaten on 61 runs, while B2 Yogeesh J scored a quick 32 runs. For Samarthanam Bengaluru, B2 Javare Gowda B and Basavaraj M Hullenavar picked up one wicket each.
Bhaskar added 7 runs, while Basavaraj M Hullenavar contributed 8 runs. The team also benefited from 20 extras.
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The valedictory ceremony, was attended by Asha from Shri Sharadha Devi Andhara vikasa kendra shimoga, along with Geetha Mahantesh as the chief guest. As a token of appreciation, the Tournament winners were presented with trophies, medals and cash prizes, with the champions receiving Rs. 31,000, the runners-up Rs. 21,000 and awards were distributed to the best batsman and best bowler of the Tournament.