Collegiate Cricket Tournament

 

PITCH PERFECT: A WEEKEND OF GLORY

The dust has settled, the cheers have echoed into memory, but the spirit of the “Collegiate” tournament remains undefeated! On January 23rd and 24th, our campus ground was transformed into a coliseum of cricketing excellence. With Eight (8) teams from: –

  1. SGSITS 11 (SGSITS, Indore)
  2. V. Blasters (SoftVision, Indore)
  3. Chill Out 11 (GSIMR, Indore)
  4. LNCT 11 (LNCT, Indore)
  5. Oriental 11 (Oriental, Indore)
  6. PIMR 11 (Prestige, Indore)
  7. Team OUI (Oriental, Indore)
  8. IPS Strikers (IPS Academy, Indore)

battling for the coveted trophy, the atmosphere was nothing short of electric.

From thunderous cover drives to rattling stumps, “Collegiate” wasn’t just a tournament; it was a festival of grit, passion, and unparalleled sportsmanship.

POWERING THE PLAY: OUR SPONSORS

No great tournament is complete without strong support, and “Collegiate” was proudly backed by partners who believe in growth, wellness, and opportunity.

  • Cash Prize Sponsor – Swarnabhoomi Credit Co-operative Society
    Empowering ambition and rewarding excellence, Swarnabhoomi Credit Co-operative Society, under the leadership of Virendra Singh Chouhan, proudly sponsored the cash prizes—motivating young athletes to play bold and dream big.
  • Refreshment Sponsor – Greensoul Naturals
    Empowering ambition and rewarding excellence, Swarnabhoomi Credit Co-operative Society, under the leadership of Virendra Singh Chouhan, proudly sponsored the cash prizes—motivating young athletes to play bold and dream big

 

DAY 1: THE BATTLE BEGINS (Jan 23rd, 2026)

The tournament kicked off with a palpable buzz. The opening ceremony set the tone, but it was the action on the 22 yards that stole the show. Honored by Dr. Devashish Nilose.

  • The Opener: The inaugural match saw SoftVision locking horns with Oriental in a nail-biter that went down to the final over.
  • Moment of the Day: The crowd erupted when Rohit Pawar smashed three consecutive sixes, turning the tide of the match in a single over.
  • The Vibe: With music blasting and banners waving, the stands were a sea of colors as students rallied behind their departments.

DAY 2: THE CLASH OF TITANS (Jan 24th, 2026)

If Day 1 was the spark, Day 2 was the fire. As we moved into the semi-finals and finals, the intensity skyrocketed. Honored by Mr. Amit S. Bhatt.

  • The Semi-Final Drama: A low-scoring thriller kept everyone on the edge of their seats, proving that bowlers still win matches!
  • The Grand Finale: In a high-octane showdown, SGSITS faced off against SoftVision. Chasing a target of 190 Runs, the SGSITS Team held their nerve to clinch the title in style.

CHAMPIONS: SGSITS

RUNNERS UP: SoftVision

HALL OF FAME: STAR PERFORMERS

  • Man of the Match 1: Parth (SoftVision)
  • Man of the Match 2: Ruturaj (Oriental)
  • Man of the Match 3: Akash (LNCT)
  • Man of the Match 4: Shakti (SGSITS)
  • Man of the Match 5: Ayush (SoftVision)
  • Man of the Match 6: Sameer (SGSITS)
  • Man of the Series: Sameer (SGSITS)
  • Best Batsman: Sameer (SGSITS)
  • Best Bowler: Mhonish (GSIMR)

🤝 SPIRIT OF CRICKET

Beyond the boundaries and wickets, “Collegiate” was a victory for unity. We saw rivals sharing water bottles, seniors cheering for juniors, and a display of fair play that made us all proud. A massive shoutout to the Organizing Committee, volunteers, and the grounds staff for preparing a pitch that offered something for everyone.

Until next year, keep the bails flying!