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NIIT University holds its first Women’s Cricket League - NUWCL
Date: February 16 2025 onwards
Time: 6:30 pm onwards
Venue: Cage Cricket Ground
NU organised the first ever Women’s Cricket League – NUWCL, starting February 16, 2025. The matches were played in Cage Cricket Ground at 6:00 pm daily. This exciting initiative aims to celebrate the talent, passion, and determination of female athletes, providing them with a platform to showcase their skills and compete in a professionally organized environment.
NUWCL Structure
The first NUWCL followed the following structure:
- Franchises Galore: 7 teams competes for the ultimate glory!
- Team Dynamics: Each franchise comprises 8 to 10 players, including 2 committee members.
- League Showdown: Every team plays each other in the league stage.
- Match Format: 8-over matches for short and thrilling contests!
NUWCL Teams
- Shadow Strikers
- Wicket Warriors
- Power Hitters
- Supreme Challengers
- Fire Falcons
- King Fishers
- Bindass Ballebaaz
The inaugural NUWCL (NIIT University Women’s Cricket League) has been a historic milestone in the promotion and celebration of women’s sports, bringing together talented athletes, dedicated teams, and passionate supporters. The league featured 9 dynamic teams, each showcasing their unique strengths and strategies over the course of 21 thrilling matches. The tournament provided a platform not only for fierce competition but also for empowerment, highlighting the immense potential of women in sports and fostering a spirit of camaraderie and sportsmanship throughout. From the very first ball bowled to the last boundary hit, the league captivated everyone involved, demonstrating that women’s cricket is a force to be reckoned with.
The final day saw Shadow Strikers triumphing as the champions, their determination, strategy, and team spirit carrying them to victory in a hard-fought final. The King Fishers, despite being edged out in the finals, gave an outstanding performance, earning the runner-up position and showcasing their resilience and grit. Individual performances throughout the tournament were exceptional, with Rishika being named the Highest Wicket Taker for her impressive bowling displays, while Kumkum earned the title of Best Batsman for her remarkable consistency and ability to turn games in her team’s favor with the bat.
Final Results
- Highest Wicket Taker: Rishika
- Best Batsman: Kumkum
- Runner-up Team: King Fishers
- Winner of the Tournament: Shadow Strikers
The success of the tournament would not have been possible without the leadership and support of several key figures. A special thank you goes to Major General AK Singh, whose guidance and dedication ensured the smooth conduct of the tournament and played a pivotal role in its realization.
The tournament also benefited from the expertise and commitment of the umpires Ajay Singh and Suryakant from AXIS Bank Batch 17, whose professional officiating maintained the integrity of the matches. Additionally, Manjeet and Krish, the cricket coordinators, were instrumental in organizing and managing the logistics, ensuring everything ran smoothly and allowing the athletes to focus solely on their performance.
Final Day Results
- Shadow Strikers vs Fire Falcons
Winner: Shadow Strikers by 9 runs
Player of the Match: Preethi (22 runs off 18 balls) - Wicket Warriors vs Supreme Challengers
Winner: Supreme Challengers by 9 runs
Player of the Match: Monika (14 runs off 13 balls, 2 wickets) - Bindas Ballebaaz vs Fire Falcons
Winner: Fire Falcons - King Fishers vs Power Hitters
Winner: King Fishers by 16 runs
Player of the Match: Rishika (49 runs off 23 balls) - Shadow Strikers vs Supreme Challengers
Winner: Shadow Strikers by 3 wickets
Player of the Match: Preethi (4 runs off 6 balls, 1 wicket, and a maiden over)
