Dimapur, Jan. 20 (EMN): The 3rd Unity Cup T-20 cricket tournament organised by Nepali Baptist Church Chumukedima, Youth Department Sports Ministry under the theme ‘Solidarity for peace’ was held from Jan. 10 till the 20th at the Chumukedima local ground.
Thahekhu Knights XI emerged as the champion after defeating XI Brothers by 39 runs. Ratan of Thahekhu Knights XI was adjudged as the man of the match in the final match for his 52 runs. The winning team walked home with a cash prize of INR 25,000 along with the running trophy and the runners-up team received INR 15,000. Subroto Das of Basher’s CC and Liton Das were adjudged the best bowler and best batsman, while Peter of Thahekhu Knights XI was awarded the man of the tournament.
The closing ceremony was graced by Er. Moatemjen Pongen, Airport Authority of India as the guest of honour. 16 teams took part in the tournament.
