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Indian disabled cricket team achieves historic victory, wins title 2025 PD Champion Trophy England were defeated by 79 runs in a thrilling final at the Katunayake Free Zone Cricket Ground in Sri Lanka on Tuesday 21 January. The win not only highlighted India’s dominance in the tournament but also marked a significant milestone for players of all abilities in cricket.
India performs strongly
India won the toss and elected to bat first, scoring a total of 197 runs for 4 wickets in the allotted 20 overs. The explosive performance in the opener laid the foundation for this game Yogendra BhadoriaHe scored a staggering 73 runs in just 40 balls, with 4 boundaries and 5 sixes, at a strike rate of 182.50. Bhadoria’s aggressive batting set the tone for India, effectively dismantling the English bowling attack and laying the foundation for a formidable total. The middle order made a huge contribution, ensuring India’s quick runs between the wickets and strong partnerships kept the momentum going throughout the innings. This collective effort put a huge amount of pressure on England even before they started chasing.
Radhika Prasad’s bowling talents
Indian bowlers performed brilliantly to defend the total, Radhika Prasad Become a great performer. He scored just 19 runs in 3.2 overs and took a staggering figure of 4 wickets, always hitting the right areas and forcing errors from the England batsmen. team leader Vikrant Kenny He also showed his all-round ability with a 2/15 figure, while Ravindra Sant Contributed 2/24 and maintained a tight front throughout the England innings. The Indian bowling attack was ruthless, ensuring that England’s chase never gained momentum as wickets fell at regular intervals. In the end, England were bowled out for just 118 runs, a well-deserved win for India.
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Captain’s pride and team spirit
After the match, the Indian captain expressed great pride at his team’s performance. “Winning the PD Championship trophy with this incredible team is the proudest moment of my career,” Kenny said. “Our playoff run showcases the extraordinary talent and unwavering spirit of this team. This trophy belongs not just to us but to everyone of all abilities who has ever dreamed of playing cricket for India.”
Absolutely incredible! 🇮🇳🏆
Hearty congratulations to our Warriors in Blue for winning the 2025 PD Champions Trophy. Your courage, determination and teamwork have brought great pride and joy to the entire country.
I wish you all the best for the future. pic.twitter.com/7qQXMbvWhQ
— Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya (@mansukhmandviya) January 22, 2025
The victory in the PD Champions Trophy 2025 marks a huge achievement for the Indian Physically Disabled Cricket Team and highlights their dedication and resilience throughout the tournament.
