Saudi Arabia: Fighters Jubail lift B-Human Cup 2026 after thrilling final in Al Jubail
Al Jubail: Fighters Jubail clinched the B-Human Cup 2026 (Season 3) after defeating the Ascent in a high-voltage thrilling final at the Al Falah Floodlight Cricket Stadium on Friday, January 2.
The two-day, six-over championship witnessed a packed venue.
After winning the toss, Ascent elected to field first. Fighters Jubail put up a total of 85 runs in six overs. Chasing a target of 86, Ascent fought hard but eventually fell short.
Anwar from Fighters Jubail was crowned as the Man of the Match and the Man of the Series for his standout performance.
In the semi-finals of the tournament, Ascent defeated Clusters, while Fighters Jubail outplayed Amplitude Avengers to reach the finals.
The two-day tournament organised by Team B-Human, Jubail Unit, with Al Muzain and Raqwani Group as the main sponsors witnessed intense competition from 10 teams.
The post-match closing ceremony began with the recitation of verses from the Holy Quran by Fawaz Ullal. Basheer, President of the B-Human Jubail Unit, welcomed the gathering. The programme was compered by Salim Udupi, who invited the dignitaries to the dais.
The chief guest for the occasion was Asif Deal, Founder of B-Human. Other dignitaries included Sharif Bolar, Chairman of B-Human; Deepak, General Manager, Al Muzain; and Arun Rai, CEO, Yenepoya School, Al Khobar.
They were joined by Shakeel (CEO, Makhavi), Farooq Ahmed (CEO, Arab Energy), CR Aboobakker, Hitesh (E-Manager, Al Muzain), Mohammed Farooq (CEO, Portway Travels), Muqthar Noor (Managing Director, Shield Sensor), Shahul Hameed (Trustee, B-Human), Yunus (Trustee, B-Human), and Ansaf (CEO, Unified Inspection Company).
A short documentary highlighting the activities of Team B-Human was presented by Founder Asif Deal. Appreciation mementos were also presented to sponsors in recognition of their continued support for B-Human’s free dialysis care initiative.
Speaking at the ceremony, Dr. Arun Rai said the success of the day belonged as much to B-Human as to the finalist teams, noting that the organisation’s service initiatives had earned widespread goodwill.
Deepak and Shakeel lauded the organisers for conducting the event and urged their continued support for B-Human’s charitable initiatives.
In his address, Asif Deal reflected on the establishment of Team B-Human in 2016 and reiterated its commitment to providing free dialysis support while thanking members, donors, and volunteers for their continued dedication.
The event also featured a felicitation ceremony honouring Mohammed Malebettu, Dilawar Hussain and Heena Firoz Khan for their exceptional service during emergency situations. Family games for women and children, along with complimentary lucky draw coupons, added to the celebratory atmosphere.
Younus, Trustee of B-Human, rendered the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all participating teams, sponsors, spectators, and organisers for making the annual B-Human Cup a grand success. /F5.jpg)
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Lost a good friend; void cannot be filled: Fadnavis mourns Ajit Pawar’s passing
Mumbai (PTI): Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday described Deputy CM Ajit Pawar’s tragic death in a plane crash as unbelievable, and said he had lost a good friend.
Fadnavis said “today” (January 28) will be a government holiday and there will be a three-day state mourning as a mark of respect to Pawar.
Ajit Pawar’s death has left a void that will never be filled, he said. “After working closely together, it is unbelievable that he is no more,” Fadnavis said.
Talking to reporters, Fadnavis described Pawar as a people’s leader who knew the state well and had a deep understanding of the issues in Maharashtra. He said it takes several years to build and establish such leadership.
Fadnavis said he had apprised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah about the tragedy. The CM said he had also spoken with Ajit Pawar’s cousin Supriya Sule and his son Parth Pawar.
“Both (Deputy CM) Eknath Shinde and I are leaving for Baramati now. Once their entire family gathers in Baramati, we will share further details,” he said.
The entire state stands by Pawar’s family and his party NCP in this hour of grief, he added.
Ajit Pawar, 66, and four other persons were killed after an aircraft carrying them crashed in Maharashtra’s Pune district on Wednesday morning, officials said. The incident occurred when the plane carrying Pawar and others landed near Baramati, they said.
Several state BJP leaders, including Ashish Shelar, Ravindra Chavan and Chandrashekhar Bawankule, expressed deep grief over Pawar’s passing.
“This heart-wrenching incident has left the mind numb. Maharashtra has lost an experienced, dutiful and resolute leader,” state minister Shelar said.
Pawar left a distinct imprint on the state’s politics through his strong grip over administration, decisiveness and relentless drive for Maharashtra’s all-round progress. “Firmness, discipline, punctuality and tireless dedication were defining aspects of his personality,” he said.
BJP state president Ravindra Chavan said Maharashtra’s politics was unimaginable without Pawar. He said Pawar was known as a dynamic leader with a powerful command over administration and an unwavering focus on the state’s comprehensive development.
He said Pawar held the record for serving the longest tenure as deputy CM in the state’s history and left an indelible mark while handling key portfolios such as irrigation, energy and finance. “With his passing, Maharashtra has lost a firm, disciplined, punctual and indefatigable leader. This void can never be filled,” Chavan said.
Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule described Pawar as a senior friend and guide. “Even now, it is difficult to accept that this tragedy has really happened,” he said. Pawar would be remembered as a true people’s leader who gave clear direction and unstoppable momentum to Maharashtra’s all-round development, Bawankule said.
Recalling Pawar’s immense administrative experience, Bawankule said he had personally sought the NCP leader’s advice on several occasions.
“The loss of Ajitdada is not merely the departure of one leader; it is a profound loss for Maharashtra itself. The nation has lost a visionary statesman, and I have lost a dear elder friend and guide,” Bawankule said, adding that the reality of Pawar no longer being among them felt impossible to accept.
VIDEO | Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis expresses grief over the demise of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar in an aircraft crash. He says, “This morning, a very tragic incident occurred. In extremely unforeseen circumstances, the news of the unfortunate demise of our state’s deputy chief… pic.twitter.com/sKIKJ5FvRW
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) January 28, 2026
