JK Strikers win Karnataka Premier League Saudi Arabia Season 3
The third season of the Karnataka Premier League (KPL) – Saudi Arabia concluded recently, bringing together 15 teams from across the region in a competitive display of cricketing skill and teamwork.
JK Strikers lifted the trophy after a series of closely contested matches, while CFC Suralpady finished as runners-up. Both teams were praised for their consistent performances and discipline throughout the tournament.
The KPL, launched in 2023, has grown into a key sporting event for the Karnataka community in Saudi Arabia. The tournament is managed by a 25-member organizing committee that has been credited for maintaining its professional standards and community focus.
Afwan, who has been a central figure in the organizing committee since its inception, played a major role in leading this season’s efforts. His coordination and leadership were appreciated by players and fellow organizers. Committee members Rehman, Asif, Afnan, and Nasir were also part of the core team that handled planning, logistics, and execution of the tournament.
Over the years, KPL has expanded its reach, with Season 3 introducing improved organization and live coverage through the M9Sports YouTube channel, enabling supporters worldwide to follow the matches.
The organizing committee extended its gratitude to sponsors, supporters, and well-wishers who contributed to the event’s success.
With the completion of Season 3, KPL continues to serve as a platform that promotes cricket and strengthens ties among members of the Karnataka community in Saudi Arabia.
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French President Macron concludes Mumbai visit
Mumbai (PTI): French President Emmanuel Macron, along with First Lady Brigitte Macron, left Mumbai for New Delhi on Wednesday after concluding his engagements here, including bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
They were seen off at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport by Maharashtra Governor Acharya Devvrat, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy CM Eknath Shinde.
On Tuesday, Macron held discussions with Modi as part of efforts to further strengthen India-France strategic ties.
During the Mumbai visit, the French president and his wife also met some of India's top filmmakers and actors, and had an animated exchange with them about cinema, culture and collaboration.
President Macron is on an official visit to India from February 17 to 19 at the invitation of PM Modi to participate in the AI Impact Summit hosted by India in the national capital Delhi, besides the bilateral summit in Mumbai.
PM Modi will inaugurate the summit on February 19. As many as 20 heads of states, including French President Macron, will be present at the inaugural session, Electronics and IT Secretary S Krishnan said.
