Shillong: Tura’s Alotgre Cricket Ground will host its first-ever BCCI domestic match when Meghalaya faces Bengal in the U-23 Col CK Nayudu Trophy 2024-25, starting on January 25.
This marks a significant achievement for both the Meghalaya Cricket Association (MCA) and the Tura District Cricket Association, who have worked tirelessly to bring a BCCI tournament to Garo Hills. The upgraded facilities at the ground have made this event possible.
Hosting a match at this level is expected to inspire young cricketers from Garo Hills, with several local players selected for the upcoming match. The game will begin at 8 am on January 25, and seating arrangements for the public will be available.
The MCA has also released its squad for the upcoming match against Bengal and the next one against Vidarbha in Nagpur, starting February 1.
Meghalaya Squad for U-23 Col CK Nayudu Trophy 2024-25:
• Kevin S Christopher (C)
• Manish Sharma (VC)
• Rohit Kr Yadav
• Sachin Kumar (WK)
• Abhishek Kumar
• Kush Agarwal
• Gavineal J Marpna
• Bipin Kr Ray
• Josiah Momin
• Swastic Chettri
• Bharat Gurung
• Gulgul M Sangma
• PM Santhosh
• Thunun Marak (WK)
• Argeas Cham Cham Sangma
Standbys:
• Joydeepan Deb
• Purav Agarwal
• Avinash Rai
• Banialam Mylliemngap
• Navin K Rai
Support Staff:
• Neetesh Sharma (Head Coach)
• Synrapsing Riahtam (Assistant Coach)
• Emidao Dhar (Physio)
• Skhembor Khongbtep (Trainer)
• Chuba R Marak (Manager)
Players from Khasi-Jaintia Hills are instructed to report at the MCA Ground in Polo, Shillong, on January 22 at 6 am for their departure to Tura, while players from Garo Hills will report directly to Tura.
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