Ayesha Abed memorial cricket tournament: Celebrating women in sports
On 20th August, Brac University opened the gates of the multipurpose hall to host the Ayesha Abed Memorial Women’s Cricket Tournament. In honour of Ayesha Abed, the spirit of players showcasing their talent, and inspired by the success of the Brac University Premier League (BUPL), the tournament commenced.
The tournament opener, Ognikanya vs Protidondi, had fans on the edge of their seats from the very first ball. Ognikanya wasted no time in setting the tone, with sixes by Subaita Kader Opi (Sophomore, ARC) firing up the hall. In the second match, Durjoyee vs Oporajita, Durjoyee lived up to their very name, “indomitable”. At the centre of it all was Kheya Roy (Junior, CS). By the third match, taking place between Oporajita vs Jagoroni, Oporajita stepped up with spirit, and Shamima Jahan Diba (Sophomore, ENH) became the heart of the game.
In the following game, Durjoyee vs Protidondi, Durjoyee looked more confident. Once again, Kheya shone, bagging another Player of the Match award. Meanwhile during Ognikanya vs Jagoroni, the crowd could not stop talking about Opi, who hit back-to-back fifties.
In the grand finale, the stage was set for two of the most consistent teams in the tournament: Ognikanya and Durjoyee. Both sides had teams of unstoppable players who gave their all in the match. As the last runs were scored, the hall erupted, and teammates rushed onto the field. Durjoyee earned the champions’ title, with Ognikanya taking the runners-up position. Opi from team Ognikanya won the Most Sixes award, while Kheya from team Durjoyee took home the Player of the Final trophy.
The Ayesha Abed Memorial Women’s Cricket Tournament unlocked a new chapter for female athletes at BracU. It created a platform to encourage more women to step onto the field and showcase their talent.
