The Tata Steel Corporate XI emerged victorious in the Media Cup Cricket match against the Press Club of Jamshedpur XI at the Keenan Stadium in Jamshedpur. Tata Steel won the toss and chose to bat first, posting a total of 179 for 7 in 20 overs. Amar and Pala were the top scorers with 51 and 28 runs, respectively, while Buland Iqbal of Press Club XI took 3 wickets for 36 runs.
In response, the Press Club XI struggled to chase the target, managing a score of 155 for 7 wickets in their 20 overs. Nisar Ahmed, the captain, scored 66 runs off 50 balls, while Babu Wasim added 23 runs off 18 balls. However, Amar’s impressive bowling performance, which included 5 wickets for 17 runs, sealed the game for Tata Steel Corporate XI.
The match featured several notable figures, including Ritu Raj Sinha, MD of Tata Steel UI, Mukul Choudhari, Chief of Sports Excellence Centres, Dr. Asif, and Rajesh Rajan, Head of Corporate Communications. They were joined by Tata Sports Department Head Vibhuti Adesara and Dr. Hassan Imam Malik, who interacted with the players during the match.
The Media Cup Cricket Match was a friendly encounter, and the event showcased the sporting spirit of the participants. The match was witnessed by several attendees, including hotel and travel industry professionals, as well as the press. The event was a great initiative, promoting camaraderie among corporate employees and fostering a sense of community. Overall, the match was an entertaining and competitive event that left everyone with a renewed sense of enthusiasm and a love for cricket.