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Time of India
5 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Rain halts CCPL final; Raipur Rhinos and Rajnandgaon Panthers declared joint winners
RAIPUR: In a dramatic end to the Chhattisgarh Cricket Premier League (CCPL) Season 2, the final match between Raipur Rhinos and Rajnandgaon Panthers was called off due to heavy rain on Sunday evening, leading to both teams being declared joint winners. The high-stakes match was scheduled at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in Nava Raipur but was washed out without a ball being bowled. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai presented the winners' cup to both teams during the closing ceremony held at the stadium. The Chief Minister lauded the tournament as a remarkable platform for the state's cricketing talent and reaffirmed the government's commitment to promoting sports across Chhattisgarh. 'Hosting a tournament like the CCPL is a matter of pride for Chhattisgarh. It not only showcases our emerging cricketing talent but also strengthens our sporting culture,' said Sai. He praised the Chhattisgarh State Cricket Association for successfully organizing the event and extended his best wishes to both winning teams—Raipur Rhinos and Rajnandgaon Panthers—along with all participating players. Despite the weather setback, the stadium saw a large turnout of cricket fans, whose enthusiasm remained undeterred. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo The Chief Minister noted their spirited presence and expressed hope that the CCPL would continue to grow and thrive in the coming years. The CCPL Season 2, held from June 6 to June 15, featured six teams—Raipur Rhinos, Rajnandgaon Panthers, Raigarh Lions, Bastar Bisons, Bilaspur Bulls, and Surguja Tigers. The tournament brought together some of the most promising cricketers from across the state. Rhinos captain Amandeep Khare and Panthers captain Ajay Mandal jointly received the winners' trophy from the Chief Minister.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Rain halts Chhattisgarh Cricket Premier League final, Raipur Rhinos and Rajnandgaon Panthers crowned joint champions
RAIPUR: In a dramatic end to the Chhattisgarh Cricket Premier League (CCPL) Season 2, the final match between Raipur Rhinos and Rajnandgaon Panthers was called off due to heavy rain on Sunday evening, leading to both teams being declared joint winners. The high-stakes match was scheduled at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in Nava Raipur but was washed out without a ball being bowled. Chhattisgarh chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai presented the winners' cup to both teams during the closing ceremony held at the stadium. The chief minister lauded the tournament as a remarkable platform for the state's cricketing talent and reaffirmed the government's commitment to promoting sports across Chhattisgarh. 'Hosting a tournament like the CCPL is a matter of pride for Chhattisgarh. It not only showcases our emerging cricketing talent but also strengthens our sporting culture,' said Sai. He praised the Chhattisgarh State Cricket Association for successfully organizing the event and extended his best wishes to both winning teams—Raipur Rhinos and Rajnandgaon Panthers—along with all participating players. Despite the weather setback, the stadium saw a large turnout of cricket fans, whose enthusiasm remained undeterred. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Switch to UnionBank Rewards Card UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo The Chief Minister noted their spirited presence and expressed hope that the CCPL would continue to grow and thrive in the coming years. The CCPL Season 2, held from June 6 to June 15, featured six teams—Raipur Rhinos, Rajnandgaon Panthers, Raigarh Lions, Bastar Bisons, Bilaspur Bulls, and Surguja Tigers. The tournament brought together some of the most promising cricketers from across the state. Rhinos captain Amandeep Khare and Panthers captain Ajay Mandal jointly received the winners' trophy from the Chief Minister.
Time of India
07-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Bilaspur Bulls beat Raipur Rhinos in Chhattisgarh Cricket Premier League super over thriller
RAIPUR: The Chhattisgarh Cricket Premier League (CCPL) Season 2 began with a thrilling Super Over finish, as Bilaspur Bulls defeated Raipur Rhinos at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium on Thursday evening. Bilaspur Bulls captain and all-rounder Shashank Singh led from the front, scoring a crucial 41 runs off just 25 balls. His innings helped anchor the team to a competitive total of 151 for 6 in 20 overs. Prateek Yadav (27) and Ayush Pandey (24) also contributed to the Bulls' score. For Raipur Rhinos, Shreyam Sundaram took two important wickets. Chasing 152, Raipur Rhinos matched the score, posting 151 for 5 in 20 overs. Harsh Sharma scored 42 runs, and Amandeep Khare added 24. Harsh Rathore was effective with the ball for the Bulls, picking up two key wickets to restrict the chase. With the match tied, a Super Over decided the winner. Raipur Rhinos managed only 9 runs, which Bilaspur Bulls chased down in four deliveries, finishing at 11 for 1 to claim victory in the tournament opener. Organised by the Chhattisgarh State Cricket Sangh, CCPL Season 2 will continue until 15 June, featuring top talent from across the state. The exciting start promises a thrilling season for cricket fans in Chhattisgarh. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
