May 4, 2025:
Shantiniketan Indian School (SIS) proudly secured 3rd position in the SOP Girls Cricket Tournament, hosted under the banner of the Qatar Cricket Association (QCA).
In a thrilling match for the 3rd-place playoff, SIS faced TNG School. TNG won the toss and elected to bowl first. Rising to the challenge, SIS posted an impressive total of 72 runs in just 5 overs. In reply, TNG managed 50 runs, falling short by 20 runs, and thus, SIS clinched a well-deserved victory.
The standout performer of the match was Zoya Fathima Zafar (Grade 7), who played a phenomenal knock of 42 runs, supported ably by Tabarak Kirmani (Grade 7), who contributed 16 runs. Their partnership laid a solid foundation for the team’s victory.
For their efforts, the SIS team was awarded trophies, medals, and a cricket kit bag presented by QCA. It was a memorable event where the young cricketers demonstrated not only their skills and talent but also a positive team spirit and sportsmanship.
The School Principal congratulated all the participants for their hard work, dedication, and spirited performance throughout the tournament.
Team SIS Players:
- Ziya Mariyam – Grade 7
- Zoya Fathima Zafar – Grade 7
- Minnah Zainab Shameel – Grade 7
- Alveena Hanin – Grade 7
- Lubaba Puthukudy – Grade 7
- Bareera Puthukudy – Grade 7
- Afsa – Grade 7
- Aliyah Musthaq – Grade 7
- Fathima Hena – Grade 7
- Tabarak Kirmani – Grade 7
We are proud of our SIS girls’ cricket team for their outstanding achievement and commendable performance. Keep shining!
