Colombo (Sri Lanka): The Indian Physical Disability Cricket Team defeated England by 79 runs in a thrilling final at the FTZ Cricket Grounds, near here, to achieve a remarkable milestone by clinching the title in the PD Champions Trophy 2025. Choosing to bat, the India team posted a commanding total of 197/4 in their allotted 20 overs. The team then bowled out England for 118 to win the title.
The highlight of the final was an extraordinary batting display by Yogendra Bhadoria, who dominated the English bowling attack with a spectacular 73 runs off just 40 balls, including four boundaries and five sixes at an impressive strike rate of 182.50. In the bowling department, India’s Radhika Prasad led the charge with exceptional figures of 4-19 in 3.2 overs. Captain Vikrant Keni demonstrated his all-round capabilities with a miserly spell of 2-15 in three overs, while Ravindra Sante maintained pressure throughout with figures of 2-24 in his four-over spell.
Vikrant Keni, captain of the Indian Physical Disability Cricket Team, led from the front throughout the tournament.
“Leading this incredible team to victory in the PD Champions Trophy is the proudest moment of my career. Our journey through the playoffs shows the depth of talent and fighting spirit in this team. Each player has contributed significantly to this historic achievement. This trophy belongs not just to us, but to every differently-abled person who has ever dreamed of playing cricket for India,” the India captain was quoted as saying in a release.
Head coach Rohit Jalani praised his team’s exceptional performance and preparation. “The boys showed tremendous character throughout the tournament, adapting to different conditions and rising to every challenge. What makes this win special is not just the trophy, but the way our team played – with heart, determination, and a spirit that truly represents the best of Indian cricket,” he said.
Ravi Chauhan, BCCI Member of the Differently Abled Cricket Committee, expressed his joy at the team’s achievement. “This victory is a testament to the untiring spirit of our players and the growing strength of differently-abled cricket in India. DCCI has always believed in the potential of our cricketers, and today they have proven that they are world-beaters. This win will inspire countless others to take up the sport and chase their dreams.”
The victory marks a significant achievement for Indian cricket and highlights the incredible talent and determination of differently-abled cricketers. Under the guidance of the Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI), the team has shown exceptional performance throughout the tournament.
