27th Gardner Premier League Indoor Cricket Tournament
PrashantNews
St Thomas’ College on Saturday won the 27th Gardner Premier League Indoor Cricket Tournament-2024 defeating St Jude’s school by six wickets in the girls section.
In a closely contested final match, St. Thomas’ College won the toss against St. Jude’s School and elected to field first. St. Jude’s School set a target of 49 runs, with Udita leading the batting charge with 18 runs. However, St. Thomas’ College chased down the target with determination, securing victory by 6 wickets. Divyanshi emerged as the highest scorer for St. Thomas’ College with 13 runs.
In the Boys final match, Doon Public School, Bhaniyawala defeated St. Jude’s School by six wickets. Opting to bat after winning the toss, St. Jude’s School posted a total of 46 runs. Priyanshu showcased commendable performance with 19 runs. However, Doon Public School, Bhaniyawala displayed excellent batting skills, achieving the target with 6 wickets in hand. Paritosh emerged as the highest scorer for Doon Public School, Bhaniyawala with 22 runs.
Dr. Anuj S. Singh, Principal of Prakriti Valley School, Dehradun, was chief guest while Dr. (Mrs.) Sandhya Singh gave away the prizes. The Chief Guest Dr. Singh commended the participants and organizers for their efforts and achievements. Other notable guests included G.I.G. Mann, Ex-MLA and Director of Carman Residential Day School, Dalanwala, David Hilton, Principal, Hiltons School, V.R. Gardner, Director of St. Jude’s School, D.P.S. Gupta, Principal of Guru Nanak Academy, and other dignitaries.