Vidvar Boys Mangalore clinch title at Gangolli Premier League VI in Sharjah
Sharjah, UAE: Vidvar Boys Mangalore emerged as champions of the sixth edition of the Gangolli Premier League (GPL), defeating Team Shine Mangalore South in a thrilling final held at the Bejoice Cricket Club Ground in Bateaya, Sharjah.
Organized by Gangolli Cricketers UAE, the hard tennis cricket tournament took place on March 29 and featured eight competitive teams. The event, widely regarded as a cricket carnival among the UAE’s coastal Karnataka community, unfolded in a vibrant setting with enthusiastic crowds, colorful team jerseys, and favorable weather conditions following recent rains.
The participating teams included Team Nafis Farangipet, Dimx Blaster Bengaluru, Vidvar Boys Mangalore, Team Shine Mangalore South, Al Sitara Friends Udupi, Kundapura Ptech Risers, Strikers Gangolli, and SM Warriors Upper Gangolli. The tournament followed a league format, dividing teams into two groups of four, with the top performers advancing to the semi-finals.
Strikers Gangolli, Al Sitara Friends Udupi, Team Shine Mangalore South, and Vidvar Boys Mangalore progressed to the semi-finals after a series of closely contested matches, many of which were decided in the final overs.
In the championship match, Vidvar Boys Mangalore delivered a dominant performance to secure the title. Captain Shiva Prasad Kateel played a pivotal role in the team’s success and was named both Man of the Match and Player of the Tournament. Kirtan Shetty received the Best Bowler award, while Junaid B was recognized as Best Batsman. The Sameer Fair Play Award was presented to Al Sitara Friends Udupi for their discipline and sportsmanship throughout the tournament.
The closing ceremony was attended by Taj Jamal, Sunil Shetty, Mohamed Akram, Mohamed Shafi, and Zaheer Baikampady.
Earlier in the day, organizers held a memorial assembly in tribute to the late Mohamed Sameer Shareef, who passed away a week prior. Friends, family members, players, and spectators gathered to honor his contributions, observing a two-minute silence. Prayers were recited by Mohamed Irshad Udupi, and the session was compered by Cleven Shirva.
Speaking on behalf of the organizing team, Althaf Khalife acknowledged Sameer’s contributions to the league and thanked all participating teams, sponsors, and volunteers for their support. Key sponsors included Northern Insurance Brokers LLC, Tanzeem Auto Garage and Final Touch Auto Service, Dimx Atelier Interior Design LLC, and Vivek Nayak Gangolli.
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Bagalkot: Siddaramaiah made false promises to farmers, alleges B.Y. Vijayendra
Bagalkot: BJP state president B.Y. Vijayendra on Tuesday accused Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of making false promises to farmers affected by the raising of the Almatti dam height, and sought clarity on compensation and fund allocation, The New Indian Express reported.
Addressing media persons while campaigning for the bypolls in Bagalkot city, Vijayendra questioned the government’s announcement of convening a special cabinet session to address farmers’ issues.
“How much funds have actually been released? The government should explain the status of the Upper Krishna Project,” he said.
He further said that the government had, around four months ago, promised compensation of Rs 40 lakh per acre for irrigated land and Rs 30 lakh per acre for dry land to farmers likely to lose their land.
Vijayendra demanded that the government disclose how much of the promised compensation has been disbursed so far.
