Cricket action heats up at POWERGRID tournament

Srinagar, Dec 15: The second day of the POWERGRID Inter Regional Cricket Tournament 2024 delivered intense matches across three grounds, with teams battling for supremacy and semifinal spots. Northern Region-II emerged as the tournament's early frontrunner, becoming the first team to secure a semifinal berth with a commanding victory over Northeastern Region.

Vinod Atri was the standout performer for NR-II, delivering a match-winning performance by taking 4 wickets for just 21 runs. The day's other matches were equally thrilling, with Northern Region-III defeating Western Region-I by 37 runs, Central Command trouncing Southern Region-II by 75 runs, and Eastern Region-II narrowly overcoming Southern Region-I.

The tournament, hosted by POWERGRID Corporation of India Limited, continues to showcase exceptional cricketing talent from various regional teams. Each match demonstrated the high skill levels and competitive spirit of the participants, with individual performances highlighting the tournament's excitement.

POWERGRID, a Maharatna Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, has established this tournament as a platform for inter-regional talent display, reflecting the organization's commitment to fostering team spirit and athletic excellence across its diverse operational regions.

The Northern Region-II team's early semifinal qualification has set the tone for what promises to be an increasingly competitive tournament, with teams fighting for supremacy and the coveted championship title.