Bathinda, October 31, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Punjab’s Under-19 cricket team has brought glory to the state by winning the prestigious Vinoo Mankad Trophy organised by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), ending a 13-year wait for the coveted title.
The historic triumph has also brought special recognition to Bathinda, as two talented cricketers from the city, Tanmay Dharni and Laksh Kansal, were part of the victorious Punjab squad.
Recognising their contribution to the team’s achievement, Bathinda Mayor Padamjit Singh Mehta felicitated both players by presenting them with shawls and mementoes.
Congratulating the young cricketers, the Mayor said their hard work, dedication and talent had brought pride not only to their families but also to Bathinda and Punjab.
He said the achievement would inspire other youngsters in the city to pursue sports and work towards excellence.
“Success in sports requires not just talent but also consistent hard work, discipline and determination. The way Tanmay Dharni and Laksh Kansal have contributed as members of Punjab’s victorious team is a matter of great pride. We are confident that both players will achieve greater heights in the future and bring further recognition to the country,” Mehta said.
The Mayor added that the achievements of young sportspersons demonstrated the abundance of sporting talent in Bathinda. He stressed the importance of providing aspiring players with proper platforms, encouragement and guidance.
He also congratulated the players and their families and wished them success in their future sporting careers.
Punjab’s triumph assumes added significance as the state’s Under-19 team had finished runners-up in the previous edition of the competition. This time, the youngsters went a step further, securing the top position nationally through teamwork, discipline, dedication and consistent performances throughout the tournament.
Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) President Amarjit Mehta also congratulated the team and praised the players for their outstanding achievement.
Describing the victory as a proud moment for Punjab cricket, he said winning the prestigious Vinoo Mankad Trophy after 13 years reflected the talent, discipline and fighting spirit of the state’s young cricketers.
“Winning a prestigious tournament like the Vinoo Mankad Trophy after 13 years is a moment of immense pride and happiness for Punjab cricket. Our young players have achieved this milestone through their talent, discipline and determination. This victory will open new possibilities and create opportunities for emerging cricketing talent in Punjab,” Amarjit Mehta said.
He congratulated all the players, the coaching staff and everyone associated with the team’s success.
The PCA President also reaffirmed the association’s commitment to providing young cricketers with better facilities and opportunities to help them develop and excel at the national level.
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