Greaterkashmir iconGreaterkashmirSep 21, 2026 ~2 min source read

Wathoora Big Bash Edition 6 ends with Brand Hub Srinagar win and a green finale

The sixth Wathoora Big Bash wrapped after a 48-team tournament. Brand Hub Srinagar beat Kaloo Night Riders in the final; organisers marked the finish with an environmental gesture and local officials urged cleaner, community-driven events.

Wathoora Big Bash tournament concludes on a green note

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Organisers distributed green plants instead of plastic bouquets to promote environmental awareness.

Local officials including MLA Ali Mohammad Dar and DC Athar Amir Khan attended and promoted the 'Swachhata Hi Seva' campaign.

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Batting first, Brand Hub Srinagar set an impressive target by posting 197 runs. The standout performer with the bat was Afaz Hanief, who emerged as the top scorer with an explosive 60 runs. In response, Kaloo Night Riders struggled to build momentum and were bowled out for 122 runs, securing a decisive victory for Brand Hub Srinagar.

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  • Advertisment Imtiyaz Lefty delivered a brilliant bowling spell, snatching 5 crucial wickets to dismantle the opposition line-up and earn the Man of the Match title.
  • Meeran Yousuf was named Man of the Tournament for consistent stellar performances across Edition 6.
  • Concluding on a "Green Note," the grand finale integrated sports with environmental consciousness.
  • Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam highlighted the vital importance of maintaining cleanliness and urged the youth and local community to actively participate in the 'Swachhata Hi...
  • MLA Chadoora and DC Budgam commended the Wathoora Sports Association for organizing a successful 48-team tournament and encouraging sports engagement among the youth of the region.

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The event concluded with the distribution of trophies, cash prizes, and accolades to the winners, runners-up, and top performers. The guests appreciated organisers especially Lateef Dar (Chairman WSA), Riyaz Peer, Maqsood Dar, Mohammad Younis, Bilal Ahmad & others by GK Web Desk by GK Web Desk 21 Sep 2026 10:34 IST Link copied!

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Green Plants were distributed among guests instead of plastic bouquets. Local residents, elders of the area, social activists and sports enthusiasts including Dr Raja Muzaffar Bhat, SDM Chadoora Primrose Bashir, ACD Budgam Hilal Ahmad, ACP Budgam Gulzar Ahmad, DO Mochwa Ajaz Ahmad, Auqaf Committee Chairman Mushtaq Ahmad also participated in the programme.

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