Sanjay Ghodawat School Clinch ISSO National U-17 Cricket Title
Sanjay Ghodawat International School Kolhapur clinches the ISSO National U-17 Boys Cricket championship in a thrilling final at Gurugram.
In a display of grit, tactical brilliance, and sheer talent, Sanjay Ghodawat International School (SGIS), Kolhapur, has emerged as the champions of the ISSO National U-17 Boys Cricket tournament. The high-stakes competition, which saw the finest young cricketers from leading international schools battle it out, concluded after six days of intense action in Gurugram, Haryana.
A Thrilling Battle for the Trophy
Hosted by Pathways World School, Gurugram, from October 30 to November 4, 2026, the tournament was a celebration of youth cricket. A total of 96 players, divided among six elite teams, competed across six state-of-the-art cricket grounds. The atmosphere reached a fever pitch during the final match, where SGIS demonstrated exceptional composure under pressure to outclass their opponents and lift the prestigious championship trophy.
The hosts, Pathways World School, Gurugram, put up a valiant fight throughout the tournament, eventually finishing as the runners-up. Meanwhile, Genesis Global School from Noida secured the third position, completing the podium for the national event.
Individual Brilliance: The Stars of the Tournament
While the team trophies were the main attraction, several individual players stole the spotlight with extraordinary performances. The accolades were distributed as follows:
- Man of the Match (Final): Shlok Nitin (Sanjay Ghodawat International School)
- Best All-Rounder: Samarveer (Sanjay Ghodawat International School)
- Best Batsman: Arjun (Genesis Global School, Noida)
- Best Bowler: Karanvir Singh (Pathways World School)
- Best Wicket-Keeper: Ahaan Pasricha (Pathways World School)
Building Future Champions
Gaurav Dixit, Director of the International Schools Sports Organisation (ISSO), emphasized the importance of such platforms in the holistic development of students. He noted that school sports are essential for building confidence, discipline, and resilience in young individuals.
"Championships such as the National U-17 Boys Cricket Tournament provide students with meaningful opportunities to experience competitive sport, develop their skills, build resilience and learn the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship," Dixit stated.
He further highlighted that the participation of nearly a hundred players reflects the surging interest in cricket within the international school circuit and reiterated ISSO's commitment to creating high-quality sporting ecosystems for young talent.
Gratitude and Celebration
Abhishek Saraswat, Admin Head of ISSO, expressed his gratitude toward Pathways World School for their seamless hosting of the event, which provided a professional stage for the athletes to showcase their competitive spirit.
The tournament wrapped up with a grand trophy presentation and medal distribution ceremony, marking the end of a successful six-day sporting extravaganza made possible by the hard work of coaches, ground staff, and organizers.