PINAKI MAJUMDAR
Jamshedpur, June 10: XLRI Jamshedpur successfully wrapped up the Fr. Quinn Enright Memorial Cricket Tournament 2024.
Tennis ball tournament to raise money for charity
Named after XLRI’s founding director, Fr. Quinn Enright, S.J., this tournament was not just a sporting occasion but a heartfelt tribute to his legacy. As part of XLRI’s Platinum Jubilee Celebrations, the event underscored the institution’s commitment to academic excellence and the holistic development of its students.
Established in 1949 by Jesuit fathers, XLRI has been known for its excellent education in labour and social welfare.
The Fr. Quinn Enright Memorial Cricket Tournament 2024 – Cricket for a Cause was a unique tennis ball cricket event held from June 1 to 9.
The event aimed to raise money for charity while promoting inclusivity by inviting teams from less privileged areas to participate. XLRI plans to use the funds raised to help those in need.
Six teams
There were six participating teams – XL Tigers (XLRI Faculty & Staff), Loyola Alumni Association, XL Hunters (XLRI FPM & EFPM Students), GMP Avengers (XLRI PGDM-GM Students), DTDC Warriors and KFMS (XLRI Support Staff).
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Loyola Alumni beat XL Tigers on last ball in the final
XL Tigers and Loyola Alumni Association made it to the finals. The XL Tigers won the toss and decided to bat first, in which they scored 128 for 10 wickets in 15 overs.
Prashant from XL Tigers scored an important 64 runs. Team Loyola Alumni, which set out to chase this target, won the match on the last ball.
Player of the Tournament, Best Bowler, Best Batsman
The event concluded with the presentation of four coveted trophies – Player of the Tournament, Best Bowler, Best Batsman, and Winner.
Principal Fr. Vinod Fernandes of Loyola School Jamshedpur extended congratulations to the winners and presented them with the trophies.
The Fr. Quinn Enright Memorial Cricket Tournament saw the Loyal Alumni Association clinch the winner’s trophy, while Team XL Tigers from XLRI Jamshedpur secured the runners-up position.
Lalit Sejwal, an FPM Scholar from XLRI Jamshedpur, earned the title of Player of the Tournament. Sanchit Raj from the Loyola Alumni Association received the Best Batsman trophy, and Anil Saroj from XLRI Jamshedpur was honoured with the Best Bowler trophy.
Six teams divided in two pools
The format featured two pools (Pool A and Pool B), with each team playing two league matches.
The top team from each pool played with the other teams who were second topper in the semi-finals and then the winners of semi-finals advanced to the final.
Teams announced a 15-member squad at registration, with changes permitted only for medical or urgent reasons.
Cricket tournament showcases camaraderie
Players hailed from different organizations, maintained a sense of camaraderie and unity.
Professional umpires officiated the matches, ensuring fair play, while teams donned their respective jerseys. Tennis balls (Khanna Super) were provided by the organizers, and ball tampering was strictly prohibited.
Respect for opponents and adherence to umpires’ decisions were emphasized, alongside compliance with XLRI’s campus rules.
The tournament not only showcased thrilling cricket matches but also highlighted the values and spirit of XLRI, blending sportsmanship with community service.
