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The AITM men’s cricket team lifted the VTU Inter?Zone Championship?2025, defeating PES?University by 25?runs in a thrilling final at RVCE, Bengaluru. Led by captain Rahul?K?G, the squad delivered an unbeaten run throughout the tournament, marking AITM’s first inter?zone cricket title in six years.
AITM Clinches VTU Inter?Zone Cricket Championship 2025
The AITM cricket team has scripted a proud chapter in the college’s sporting history by winning the VTU Inter?Zone Championship held from 1–5?May?2025 at RV College of Engineering, Bengaluru. Competing against 32 engineering colleges across Karnataka, AITM remained undefeated in all five fixtures.
Match Highlights
Explosive Start: Opting to bat first in the final, openers Rahul?K?G and Adarsh Shetty stitched a 110?run stand in 14?overs, setting a commanding tone.
Middle?Order Solidity: A late cameo from wicket?keeper Abdul Wahab (28?off?15) propelled AITM to 178/6 in 20 overs.
Disciplined Bowling: Medium?pacer Sandeep Rao delivered a game?changing 4?over spell (3/24). Spinners Nitin Nayak and Yashwant Patil choked the chase with tight middle?overs bowling.
Historic Finish: PES University were restricted to 153/9, sealing AITM’s first VTU Inter?Zone crown since 2019.
Coach & Management Reactions
“This victory reflects months of focused practice and the unyielding spirit of the boys,” said Mr. Imran Hossain, Head Coach.
Principal Dr. Anvar Shatik applauded the team during a packed felicitation ceremony, adding, “Your dedication mirrors AITM’s commitment to holistic excellence—both in labs and on the field.”