The KIIT University Women’s Cricket Team emerged as the Runner-up in the prestigious East Zone Inter University Cricket (Women) Championship 2025. The event was organized by KIIT University with the support of the Odisha Cricket Association under the aegis of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) from March 9th to 13th, 2025, at the KIIT University Cricket Stadium.
In the thrilling last league match against the University of Calcutta, the KIIT University team showcased exceptional skill and determination, clinching victory by 9 wickets.
The closing ceremony was graced by the presence of Chief Guest Madam Anuradha Biswal, the first lady Olympian from Odisha, and Mr. Ajit Mishra, Senior NIS Cricket Coach, who applauded the players for their outstanding performance and sportsmanship.
Final Results:
· Champion: Veer Bahadur Singh University, Purvanchal
· Runner-up: KIIT University
· 1st Runner-up: Lalit Narayan Mithila University
· 2nd Runner-up: University of Calcutta
KIIT University Women’s Cricket Team has also qualified for the All India Inter University Cricket (Women) Championship.
All the players of KIIT University Women Cricket Team expressed their gratitude to Prof. Achyuta Samanta, Founder KIIT, KISS & KIMS, for his unwavering support and dedication to sports development in Odisha.
Prof. Achyuta Samanta congratulated the KIIT University Women’s Cricket Team for their success and qualification for the All India Inter University Cricket (Women) Championship, extending his best wishes for future matches.
The championship witnessed remarkable participation and sportsmanship, further enhancing the reputation of KIIT University as a hub for sporting excellence.