Gymkhana XI reigned supreme in the Bolarum Challenge Cup (BCC) Prize Money Football Tournament by defeating VV Nagar 4-2. In the three-week long tournament, Gymkhana stole the glory with their stupendous performance right though the championship.
In the final, Gymkhana XI brooked no challenge as they were all over the rival territory. At the final whistle, Gymkhana XI were 4-2 ahead of VV Nagar and that was more than sufficient for them to be richer by Rs 50,000. VV Nagar had to settle for Rs 25,000.
Nanda, Kishore, Rahul and Majeed Khan struck for Gymkhana XI, while Rishi and Saif scored for VV Nagar.
“Congratulations to Bolarum Sporting Club (BSC) for successfully conducting the Bolarum Challenge Cup (BCC) Prize Money Football Tournament. It was heartening to witness teams from the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad participating with great enthusiasm,” said former India football captain Victor Amalraj.
“My sincere appreciation to Dr Narsimhan for sponsoring the tournament and for his valuable efforts in keeping the football culture of the Cantonment area alive. The spectators from Secunderabad, Hyderabad, and the Cantonment region thoroughly enjoyed the matches and the festive football atmosphere.
“The tournament brought back fond memories of the vibrant football era of the 1970s and 1980s, when the game attracted huge crowds and generated tremendous excitement. To see such passion and community spirit once again was truly encouraging,” he added.
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Bolarum Sporting Club has a proud footballing legacy, having produced Olympians, International footballers, National players, and FIFA Referees who have brought glory to the region and to Indian football. The club has played a significant role in nurturing talent and promoting the sport at various levels.
“May Bolarum Sporting Club continue to preserve its rich heritage and strengthen football in the region for many years to come. Best wishes for even greater success in future editions of the Bolarum Challenge Cup,” Victor added.
The tournament also featured attractive prize money, with the winners receiving ₹50,000 and the runners-up receiving ₹25,000, adding further prestige and competitiveness to the event.
Result (final): Gymkhana X1 4 (Nanda, Kishore, Rahul, Majeed Khan) beat VV Nagar 2 (Rishi, Saif).
