Hyderabad's Vinoo Mankad Trophy-Winning U-19 Team Felicitated During Sreenidhi University TG20 Closing Ceremony

Hyderabad's young champions honoured before packed crowd

Hyderabad, July 12, 2026: The Hyderabad Under-19 team, which recently clinched the prestigious Vinoo Mankad Trophy, was felicitated during the closing ceremony of the Hyderabad Cricket Association's Sreenidhi University TG20 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium on Sunday.

The title-winning squad was honoured in front of a packed stadium, with fans applauding the young cricketers for their outstanding achievement on the national stage. The felicitation formed one of the key highlights of the tournament's grand closing ceremony.

TG20 stars recognised for age-group success

The ceremony also showcased the strong link between Hyderabad's age-group cricket structure and the inaugural Sreenidhi University TG20, with several members of the championship-winning Under-19 squad already making an impact in the state's premier T20 competition.

Aaron George, who captained Hyderabad to the Vinoo Mankad Trophy title, represented the Ranga Reddy Risers during the tournament alongside fellow Under-19 cricketer Alankrith Rapole. George played a pivotal role in the Risers' campaign, including a match-winning knock that helped the side qualify for the playoffs.

Wafi Kachchhi enjoyed an impressive season with Anvita Khammam Aces, playing a key role in the team's journey to the tournament final, while Nipun Reddy gained valuable experience representing the Palamuru Strikers during the inaugural edition.

Pathway for Hyderabad's emerging talent

The recognition underlined the Hyderabad Cricket Association's continued emphasis on nurturing young talent by creating a structured pathway from age-group cricket to competitive domestic T20 cricket.

Through the Sreenidhi University TG20, emerging cricketers have been given the opportunity to share the dressing room with experienced domestic professionals, helping accelerate their development in a highly competitive environment.

Celebrating Hyderabad's cricketing future

The felicitation not only celebrated Hyderabad's triumph in one of India's premier age-group tournaments but also highlighted the bright future of cricket in the state.

With several members of the Vinoo Mankad Trophy-winning squad already gaining exposure in the Sreenidhi University TG20, the ceremony served as a testament to the Hyderabad Cricket Association's long-term vision of developing the next generation of elite cricketers.

(Inputs from Press Release)