Anantapur: Young athletes with hearing impairments shown remarkable skill and unrelenting commitment as the IDCA U19 2nd T-20 National Cricket Championship for the Deaf came to a successful conclusion. The Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) hosted the championship at the RDT Stadium Cricket Ground in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, from November 25 to November 28, 2024. 
The competition was a spectacular celebration of inclusivity and sportsmanship, with eight state teams vying for the coveted crown. U19 Deaf Odisha and U19 Deaf Haryana engaged in a fierce struggle in the grand finals, with Odisha emerging victorious.
In the finals, U19 Odisha's standout performance, Sanith Shetty, was named Man of the Match. He also won the coveted Player of the Series title for his exceptional play throughout the series. Other notable players were:
The Serum Institute of India (Cyrus Poonawalla Group), KFC India, Hero MotoCorp (CSR Initiative), Can Fin Homes Limited, Vicente Ferrer Rural Development Trust, Anantapur Sports Academy, RB Founder, and Kaizzen are among the sponsors and partners that Ajay Kumar also thanked for their support of the event.
In addition to being a competition, the IDCA U19 2nd T-20 National Cricket Championship for the Deaf was a celebration of talent, tenacity, and cricket's ability to bring people together.
The competition was a spectacular celebration of inclusivity and sportsmanship, with eight state teams vying for the coveted crown. U19 Deaf Odisha and U19 Deaf Haryana engaged in a fierce struggle in the grand finals, with Odisha emerging victorious.
The Triumph and Awards of Odisha
The U19 Deaf Odisha team won the championship following an exciting final game on November 28. They took home the winner's trophy for their outstanding performance during the competition, while U19 Deaf Haryana came in second.In the finals, U19 Odisha's standout performance, Sanith Shetty, was named Man of the Match. He also won the coveted Player of the Series title for his exceptional play throughout the series. Other notable players were:
- Aretvi Lokesh of the Andhra Pradesh Deaf Team was the series' best batsman.
- Best bowler: P Vijaya Bhaskar of Deaf Team, Andhra Pradesh.
Final Ceremonies and Festivities
A lively gathering of dignitaries and cricket fans attended the concluding ceremony. IDCA General Secretary Ajay Kumar gave out the awards and gave the athletes praise for their hard work and extraordinary abilities. He emphasised the value of diversity in sports by saying, "Their dedication and passion inspire us all."The Serum Institute of India (Cyrus Poonawalla Group), KFC India, Hero MotoCorp (CSR Initiative), Can Fin Homes Limited, Vicente Ferrer Rural Development Trust, Anantapur Sports Academy, RB Founder, and Kaizzen are among the sponsors and partners that Ajay Kumar also thanked for their support of the event.
The CM of Odisha Commends the Team
Odisha The U19 Deaf Odisha team received congratulations from Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi for their historic victory. "Team Odisha deserves our sincere congratulations for their outstanding triumph in the IDCA U19 2nd T-20 National Cricket Championship for the Deaf. Your commitment, talent, and cooperation have brought honour to Odisha." he said.Using Sports to Encourage Inclusion
The IDCA's efforts to host the competition highlight the rising importance of providing venues for athletes with disabilities to excel. In addition to showcasing the extraordinary talent within the deaf community, this event encouraged innumerable others to follow their aspirations by overcoming obstacles with tenacity and resolve.In addition to being a competition, the IDCA U19 2nd T-20 National Cricket Championship for the Deaf was a celebration of talent, tenacity, and cricket's ability to bring people together.
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