The event, organised by the Indian Deaf Cricket Association and supported by the UT Cricket Association (UTCA), featured eight dynamic teams from across the country: Deaf Mumbai Stars, Deaf Delhi Bulls, Deaf Hyderabad Eagles, Deaf Kolkata Warriors, Deaf Chennai Blasters, Deaf Bangalore Badshahs, Deaf Punjab Lions, and the champions Deaf Lucknow Giants.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Sumit Jain, president, IDCA, expressed immense pride in the tournament\u2019s success. \u201cThis league is more than a championship\u2014it's a celebration of courage, excellence, and the spirit of inclusion. We are proud to offer a national platform that showcases the talent and resilience of deaf athletes.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The closing and prize distribution ceremony was graced by chief guest Sanjay Tandon, President of UT Cricket Association, along with with other dignataries.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThis tournament reflects IDCA\u2019s unwavering dedication to creating equal sporting opportunities for the deaf community. It\u2019s inspiring to witness the skill, energy, and sportsmanship our players bring to the field. Through such initiatives, we continue building a more inclusive sports ecosystem in India,\" Roma Balwani, CEO, IDCA, added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Tournament Awards:<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Man of the Match - Akash Singh (Deaf Lucknow Giants)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Player of the Series \u2013 Pranil More (Deaf Bangalore Badshahs)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Best Batsman of the Series \u2013 Akash Singh (Deaf Lucknow Giants)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Best Bowler of the Series \u2013 Pranil More (Deaf Bangalore Badshahs)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Best Wicketkeeper of the Series \u2013 Santi (Deaf Bangalore Badshahs)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Fastest Fifty & Super Sixes \u2013 Akash Singh (Deaf Lucknow Giants)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Best Fieldsman of the Series \u2013 Kuldeep Singh (Deaf Delhi Bulls)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Highest Wicket Taker \u2013 Abhishek Singh (Deaf Kolkata Warriors)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Best Fieldsman of the Series \u2013 Kuldeep Singh (Deaf Delhi Bulls)<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Runners-Up: Deaf Bangalore Badshahs<\/p>\r\n\r\n