UPW bowl out Mumbai Indians for 127 after Ecclestone's 3/15
Navi Mumbai, Mar 18: England's star left-arm spinner Sophie Ecclestone (3/15) led the way with her excellent bowling as UP Warriorz bowled out formidable Mumbai Indians for 127 in their Women's Premier League match here on Saturday.
Had it not been for Issy Wong's 19-ball 32, MI would have ended with much less than what they eventually got.
After their skipper Alyssa Healy opted to field first, the UP Warriorz bowlers did a commendable job to keep things tight against the strong and in-form Mumbai batting line-up.
MI were 56 for two at the end of the 10th over with Hayley Matthews (35) and captain Harmanpreet Kaur (25) looking to build a partnership after the departure of Yastika Bhatia (5) and Nat Sciver-Brunt (7).
However, both Hayley and Kaur got out after getting starts, the India captain falling to compatriot Deepti Sharma after the former was done in by the seasoned Ecclestone.
Amelia Kerr (3) lasted just five balls before being sent back by Rajeshwari Gayakwad, as the Warriorz reduced Mumbai Indians to 78 for five at the start of the 14th over.
Amanjot Kaur, too, failed to make an impression with the bat as she also fell to the wily Ecclestone, who had by then picked up three wickets in as many over at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy.
While Ecclestone did bulk of the damage, the others supported her well and made MI work hard for every run. India player Gayakwad also had a good outing, returning with fine figures of two for 16 from her full quota of four overs.
Deepti finished with figures of 2/34.
While MI fielded the same XI in the match, UP decided to include young Parshavi Chopra in place of Shweta Sehrawat.
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Bhatkal: Graduation Day ceremony 2023-2024 held at Anjuman College
Bhatkal: The Graduation Day Ceremony for the academic year 2023-2024 was conducted on 22nd September 2024 at Anjuman Arts, Science, and Commerce College, Bhatkal. The event, organized by the Student Welfare Wing, honored the graduating students and recognized their academic achievements in a simple yet dignified ceremony.
The event began at 11:00 a.m., with students, their families, faculty members, and special guests in attendance. The program opened with a recitation of Quranic verses by Mr. Hisham Kazia, a final-year BCom student, followed by a welcome address by Prof. Aftab GM, the Chairman of the event. In his speech, Prof. Aftab applauded the hard work of the graduates and extended a warm welcome to all attendees.
Several notable guests were present, including the Chief Guest, Abdul Qadir Basha Ruknuuddin, former Senior Recruitment Officer in the Department of Health, Government of Dubai. The event was presided over by Sadique Pilloor, Vice President 1 of Anjuman Hami-e-Muslimeen. Other dignitaries included Ismail Jukaku, Additional General Secretary of Anjuman Hami-e-Muslimeen, Prof. Mushtaque K Shaikh, Principal of Anjuman Degree College, and Prof. Hibban Shabandari, Vice Principal of the college.
In his address, Chief Guest Ruknuuddin spoke about the rapidly advancing technology and its impact on various fields, including healthcare. He urged the graduates to continuously upgrade their skills, noting that the degrees they earned could become irrelevant without continuous self-improvement. Ruknuuddin shared insights from his 50-year experience in Dubai and highlighted the city's transformation under the leadership of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Ruknuuddin also emphasized the need for more professionals in medical technology in Bhatkal, particularly in fields like nursing, radiology, and dental hygiene. He suggested that students pursue short diploma courses to address the growing demand for skilled medical professionals in the region.
In his presidential address, Janab Sadique Pilloor stressed the importance of discipline and ethical behavior in both personal and professional life. He encouraged the graduates to stay connected with their alma mater and uphold the values they had learned during their time at the college.
The ceremony also recognized outstanding student achievements. Awards were given for academic excellence, sports, and co-curricular activities.
- Academic Excellence: Mohiddin Asbah, who secured the 9th rank in BCom at Karnatak University, Dharwad, received a cash prize of ₹10,000. Pooja Prakash Naik, who secured the 2nd rank in BA, was also awarded ₹10,000.
- Best Outgoing Students: Anzar Hussain (BCom) and Mavia Mohtisham (BA) were jointly awarded the Best Outgoing Male Student award, each receiving ₹5,000. Amruta S. Naik (BA) was named the Best Outgoing Female Student, receiving ₹5,000 as well.
- Perfect Scorers: Several students were recognized for achieving perfect scores in various subjects. Anzar Hussain received ₹5,000 for scoring full marks in five subjects, and other students, including Muizuddeen Dukandar, Mohammed Maan Ekkeri, and others, were awarded prizes ranging from ₹1,000 to ₹5,000 for their academic achievements.
Special Awards
- Amruta S. Naik was awarded ₹1,000 for being the Best NSS Volunteer.
- Mohtesham Maviya received a certificate as the Best Scout Rover.
General Championship in Sports
Sportsmanship was also celebrated with General Championships awarded in both male and female categories:
- Chaya Venkatraman Naik received the General Championship in Sports (Female Category).- The Male Championship was jointly awarded to Jasir Jamee and Syed Mubeen.
At the postgraduate level, Mr. Shreyas and Mr. Jairam Jattappa Naik were also recognized for their achievements in sports.
The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks delivered by Prof. Manjunath Prabhu, expressing gratitude to the Chief Guest, dignitaries, faculty members, and students. The Graduation Day Ceremony marked an important milestone for the graduating students, celebrating both their academic achievements and their personal growth during their time at Anjuman College.
