In a spirited event, Maharshi Dayanand College orchestrated the 41st Ajay Verma Firta Silver Cup KhoKho Tournament, featuring commendable performances from 20 boys’ and girls’ teams in an intense inter-college competition. The tournament, held within the college premises, witnessed victories from notable teams and showcased the talent of emerging kho kho players.
Intense Matches and Individual Brilliance The competition’s inauguration, graced by former national kho kho and kabaddi player, Deepak Rane, set the stage for an engaging sporting spectacle. The opening boys’ match witnessed Sathe College triumphing over Acharya College with a remarkable 11-run lead, led by the stellar all-round performance of Mihir Ramane from Sathe College.
Maharshi Dayanand College’s boys secured a decisive victory against Siddharth College, winning by 14-05 with an impressive 9-point lead. Key players, including Sahil Ranmale, Harshal Raut, and Pranay Kinjale, showcased their skills, contributing significantly to the host college’s success.
In a tightly contested girls’ match, SNDT College emerged victorious against Kirti College with a narrow one-point margin, sealing their win at 9-8. SNDT’s Vaishnavi Parab, Namrata Pandey, and Khushboo Sutar played pivotal roles in securing the win against the resilient Kirti College team.
Notable Wins and Sportsmanship Maharshi Dayanand College continued its winning streak, triumphing over SIWS by 6 runs with a final score of 9-3 in the girls’ category. Players like Mansi Ambokar and Samiksha Yeddurkar showcased their prowess in defending and contributing points.
The tournament featured additional victories, with R.J. College defeating SIWS and Dr. Ambedkar College outplaying K.L.E. College. SNDT College secured another win against Somaiya College, while S.S.T College emerged victorious against Raheja College, demonstrating the diverse talent and competitive spirit within the participating colleges.
The 41st Ajay Verma Firta Silver Cup KhoKho Tournament showcased the vibrancy and skill in collegiate kho kho, fostering a culture of sportsmanship.
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