news details |
|
|
| NIT Srinagar emerges runners-up in 'All India Inter-NIT Students Cricket Tournament' | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Dec 24: In a thrilling final match of the All-India Inter-NIT Students Cricket Tournament, NIT Kurukshetra edged past NIT Srinagar by a narrow margin of 9 runs at the NIT Silchar cricket ground in Assam.
Opting to bat first after winning the toss, NIT Kurukshetra posted a target of 102 runs in their allotted 15 overs.
Ravi Panwar led the charge with 42 runs off 42 balls, supported by Naman Godara's 17 runs. NIT Srinagar's bowling unit showcased their skills, with Meer Yousuf taking 2 crucial wickets.
Ahsan Ul Haq, Syed Ibrahim Kamili (captain), Yawer Hameed, and Toheed Ahmad each contributed with a wicket to restrict Kurukshetra to 102-7.
In response, NIT Srinagar fought valiantly but fell short, managing 93-9 in 15 overs. Mohammad Huzaif (wicketkeeper) top-scored with 36 runs off 20 balls, while captain Syed Ibrahim Kamili added 17 runs.
Nikhil Thakur from NIT Kurukshetra shone with the ball, taking 3 wickets, while Nisarg Kapadia and Kartikey chipped in with 2 wickets each. Nikhil Thakur was declared Player of the Match for his outstanding performance.
The prestigious tournament, hosted by NIT Silchar, witnessed participation from 31 NITs across India, making it a mega national event.
Director NIT Srinagar Prof. Binod Kumar Kanaujia, who congratulated the team for their hard work and commitment. Our students have showcased remarkable perseverance and skill, overcoming the challenges of subzero temperatures to excel on a national stage, he said.
"This success reflects the spirit of NIT Srinagar-a commitment to excellence, no matter the odds. We remain dedicated to supporting such endeavors and fostering a culture of achievement," Prof Kanaujia said in his message.
Institute's Registrar Prof. Atikur Rehman said that it is a proud moment for the Institute. The performance of our students in Guwahati reflects the hard work and dedication that NIT Srinagar stands for," he said.
Meanwhile NIT Srinagar expressed gratitude to Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) New Delhi Mr Sukhwinder Singh for confirming tickets for our students from Delhi to Silchar at the eleventh hour.
This timely support by Mr Sukhwinder and Mr Sanjay Jain (PA DRM) ensured a smooth and comfortable journey to Silchar, encouraging us to participate in national events with even greater enthusiasm.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| |
| |
|
|
|
|
 |
|
|
|
|
STOCK UPDATE |
|
|
 |
| BSE
Sensex |
 |
| NSE
Nifty |
|
|
| |
CRICKET UPDATE |
|
|
|
|
| |
| |
|
|
| |
|
|
|
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
