Principal Correspondent
Kohima, March 20
The 2nd 10-Northern Angami-I T20 Bash is all scheduled to commence from March 25 at Kohima Village Ground, Ziekezou from March 25 under the theme “Bat for Unity”.
A total of 16 teams representing the 16 sectors/colonies under the constituency would be participating in the tournament which carries a cash prize of Rs. 50,000 for the champion team and Rs. 30,000 for the runners-up, both with glittering trophies, besides the individual awards.The tournament is being initiated by Parliamentary Secretary for Youth Resources & Sports, New & Renewable and Music Task Force, Khriehu Liezietsu, the present sitting MLA of the constituency.
Addressing a press conference here this evening, the organizing committee convener Kethosituo Mepfhu-o along with members Wati Jamir, Janite Jamir and Keviselhou Sekhose said that the tournament would be played on league cum knock out basis, wherein the initial round would be round robin league with the 16 teams divided into four groups.
The best amongst the four groups would play the semi-finals on knock out and final emerge as the champion.
The organizers informed that the people’s representative of the constituency, Khriehu Liezietsu would not only be sponsoring the entire tournament but also provide playing uniforms and kits to the 16-teams.
Moreover, the closing function expectantly scheduled for April 8 would be marked not only by the final match but also talented musicians and artists from the Constituency would be performing live at the venue itself.
