(MENAFN- ForPressRelease) New Delhi, 3rd November 2025: The Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA), supported by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and recognized by the Deaf International Cricket Council & Asian Deaf Cricket Association, inaugurated the 9th edition of the T20 National Cricket Championship for Deaf 2025 in a grand opening ceremony held at Essex Farm Cricket Ground, Chhawla, New Delhi.

The opening ceremony of the Championship was attended by Mr. Pravesh Sahib Singh Verma, Hon'ble Minister for Public Works Department (PWD) & Water, Govt of NCT of Delhi, and Mr. S. B. K. Singh, IPS, Director General (Prisons), New Delhi, as the Chief Guests and took place in the presence of Shri Santosh Kumar Rai, IAS, Deputy Commissioner, Najafgarh Zone; Sh. Sandeep Sehrawat, Hon'ble MLA, Matiala; and Sh. Shashi Yadav, Hon'ble Councillor, Chhawala Ward. Also in attendance were Mr. Aman Dhall, Founder of Comms Credible, and Mr. Rahul Gupta and Mr. Kunal from Hero MotoCorp.

The week-long championship, organized under the patronage of Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla Group, will run from 3rd to 9th November 2025, bringing together some of India's most talented hearing-impaired cricketers from across the nation.

This year's tournament features 20 teams representing diverse states and regions - Kerala, Chhattisgarh, Chandigarh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Haryana, Telangana, Mumbai, Maharashtra, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Karnataka, Punjab, Odisha, Delhi, and Bengal matches will be hosted across four venues in Chhawla - Essex Farms Cricket Club and Academy, Harryan Cricket Academy, Arihant Cricket Ground, and Arihant Mount Cricket Club - ensuring simultaneous matches and an exciting schedule throughout the tournament.

The fixture schedule includes 40 league matches from 3rd to 7th November, followed by quarter-finals on 8th November, semi-finals on the morning of 9th November, and the grand final later that afternoon.

Speaking about the championship, Mr. Sumit Jain, President, IDCA, said, "The 9th T20 National Cricket Championship for Deaf is not just a tournament - it's a movement celebrating the spirit, resilience, and talent of our hearing-impaired athletes. With the generous support of the Cyrus Poonawalla Group and our partners, we are continuing to create a strong platform for differently abled cricketers to shine on a national stage. This year's participation from 20 teams underscores the growing recognition and popularity of deaf cricket in India."

Ms. Roma Balwani, CEO, IDCA, added, "We are proud to host this championship in New Delhi, bringing together talented players who represent the strength of inclusivity in sports. Every edition strengthens our resolve to provide opportunities and visibility for hearing-impaired athletes, enabling them to pursue their passion with pride and confidence."

The Corporate Partners supporting this edition of the championship include Serum Institute of India (Cyrus Poonawalla Group), KFC India, Hero (We Care - A Hero MotoCorp CSR Initiative), Kaizzen, Impact Research & Measurement Pvt. Ltd., Shiv Naresh Sports Pvt. Ltd., and RB Foundation.

To Provide the local support in Delhi, the Central Bank of India has partnered with the Deaf Cricket Society to ensure the successful conduct of the tournament.

The 9th edition promises high-energy matches, exceptional performances, and a celebration of determination, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

Over the years, IDCA has been instrumental in promoting deaf cricket nationally and internationally, ensuring the participation of Indian players in global tournaments and fostering a community that empowers athletes through sports.

About IDCA:

IDCA was formed in 2020 by Mr. Sumit Jain, President of Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) and Vice President & member of DCCI (Differently-Abled Cricket Committee, BCCI) registered under the Societies Registration Act 1860 with the sole aim of promoting the game of Cricket amongst the deaf athletes of the country and to provide them the platform to showcase their talent and to represent their respective states at national level and country at international level. Roma Balwani joined IDCA as pro bono CEO in 2022.

Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA) is a governing body for deaf cricket in India and a member of DICC (Deaf International Cricket Council) which closely works with ICC to promote Cricket amongst Deaf Cricketers globally. (Equal opportunities, protection of rights & full participation). It is solely dedicated to serving the cause of persons with disabilities.

Prior to forming IDCA, Deaf Cricket Society was established in 2012 and has nurtured & trained thousands of hearing-impaired cricketers over a decade to participate in state, national & international tournaments.

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