Mumbai and Uttar Pradesh Set for National Physical Disability Cricket Championship Final
Mumbai, UP to clash in National Physical Disability Cricket final
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Mumbai and Uttar Pradesh will compete in the final of the 5th Elite National Physical Disability Cricket Championship 2026 after winning their semifinals in Bengaluru. The final match is scheduled for May 24 at the Sports Garden Cricket Ground, showcasing the talent and determination of physically challenged cricketers.
- 01Mumbai defeated Maharashtra by 45 runs in the first semifinal, scoring 152/8.
- 02Rohan Bhoir from Mumbai took 5 wickets for 12 runs, leading the bowling attack.
- 03Uttar Pradesh won against Haryana by four wickets, successfully chasing down a target of 99 runs.
- 04The tournament offers significant prize money, with ₹2,50,000 for the winners and ₹1,25,000 for the runners-up.
- 05The championship aims to promote inclusive cricket and provide competitive opportunities for physically challenged athletes.
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Mumbai and Uttar Pradesh have advanced to the final of the 5th Elite National Physical Disability Cricket Championship 2026 after securing victories in their respective semifinal matches held in Bengaluru. Mumbai showcased their strength by defeating Maharashtra by 45 runs, scoring 152/8 in their innings, with Aakash Patil contributing an impressive 41 runs. Rohan Bhoir was the standout bowler, taking 5 wickets for just 12 runs. Uttar Pradesh, on the other hand, had a tougher battle against Haryana, managing to chase down a target of 99 runs with four wickets in hand, thanks to Kumar Rahul's unbeaten 28 runs. The tournament, organized by the Karnataka Divyang Cricket Association, emphasizes inclusive cricket and provides a platform for physically challenged cricketers to demonstrate their skills. The final match is set for May 24 at the Sports Garden Cricket Ground, promising an exciting showdown. Prize money includes ₹2,50,000 for the winners and ₹1,25,000 for the runners-up, alongside individual awards for outstanding performances.
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The championship provides a competitive platform for physically challenged cricketers, promoting inclusivity in sports.
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