Suraj Rohilla/New Delhi
The action-packed T20 International tri series for the deaf played between India, South Africa and Australia culminated with a nerve-wracking finale between India and Australia at Karnail Singh Stadium in New Delhi on 8 March 2025. The highly anticipated tournament, hosted by the Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA), witnessed stellar performances and sportsmanship from the hearing-impaired cricketers from all the three teams.
The Indian squad clinched the series title by defeating Australia by 7 wickets in a nail-biting finale, which was a compelling watch for the enthusiastic crowd gathered at the Karnail Singh Stadium. During the tournament, players from all the three teams leveraged the opportunity to showcase their talents and they proved their mettle in each match of the series. The intense competition and exemplary performances showcased throughout the series kept fans at the edge of their seats, depicting the true spirit of the game.
(SUBHEAD)Highlighting the relevance of the tournament, President of IDCA, Mr Sumit Jain, said, “The energy of the players in the fiercely contested tournament underscores the need to promote cricket among the hearing-impaired athletes all over the world. I would like to congratulate all the teams for making the tournament a grand success.
Their enthusiastic participations in the tri-series truly represent the bright future of deaf cricket and sets an inspiration for several other players. We look forward to hosting many more series like this to keep appreciating the special athletic talents of the hearing-impaired players.”
As the series concluded, Team India lifted the trophy, while individual awards for outstanding performances were also presented, celebrating the achievements of the exceptional players who defied limitations to shine on the field.
Lauding performances of all the players from India, South Africa and Australia, IDCA CEO Ms Roma Balwani said, “It was indeed a privilege to witness such an action-packed tournament in which every match was filled with utmost thrill and excitement. The remarkable performances of the players made the tournament even more memorable, depicting the immense potential of the hearing-impaired athletes. The international tri-series further reinforces IDCA’s commitment to create a supportive ecosystem where talent can flourish irrespective of challenges.”
The T20 International tri series for the deaf was organized with the support of esteemed sponsors and partners such as Dabur India Ltd., Serum Institute of India, Cyrus Poonawalla Group, KFC India, Hero we care – a Hero MotoCorp CSR Initiative, Jeena & Company, Kaizzen Communication, Asmita Enterprise, Roma Balwani Foundation, Impact research & Measurement Pvt. Ltd., Shiv Naresh Sports (Trene) and JW Marriott, Aerocity, New Delhi.
