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The Rajasthan Disabled Cricket Association hosted the inaugural Divyam Cricket Awards to honor exceptional disabled cricketers and contributors. Karnataka's Rajesh Kannur took home the top honor as DCCI Player of the Year, while Ravindra Patil received the Lifetime Achievement Award. Major announcements included the upcoming India-England Physical Disability Cricket Series in Jaipur and the implementation of salaries for disabled cricketers. The event celebrated both sporting excellence and the growing recognition of disability cricket in India's sports landscape.

Key Points: Rajesh Kannur Wins DCCI Player of Year at Disability Cricket Awards

  • Rajesh Kannur from Karnataka wins prestigious DCCI Player of the Year award
  • Ravindra Patil receives Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions
  • India-England Physical Disability Cricket Series announced for Jaipur
  • DCCI confirms salaries for disabled cricketers will start soon
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DCCI Physical Disability Annual Awards 2025: Rajesh wins Player of the Year

Rajesh Kannur named DCCI Player of the Year at inaugural Divyam Cricket Awards in Jaipur, celebrating disabled cricketers' achievements and announcing India-England series.

"Salaries for disabled cricketers will begin shortly, ensuring financial stability and professional recognition - Ravikant Chauhan, DCCI Secretary"

Jaipur, September 19

The Rajasthan Disabled Cricket Association (RDCA), under the guidance of the Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI), successfully hosted the inaugural edition of the Divyam Cricket Awards - DCCI Physical Disability Annual Awards 2025 at Hotel Clarks Amer, Jaipur. During the event, Rajesh Kannur was named the DCCI Player of the Year, while Ravindra Patil was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

This Annuan Awards event was organised for the first time to honour the extraordinary contributions and achievements of disabled cricketers, coaches, administrators, and supporters.

The Divyam Cricket Awards - DCCI Annual Awards not only recognise outstanding sporting performances but also celebrate the indomitable spirit, resilience, and inclusivity of players who have inspired society through cricket. This event serves as a symbol of the growing recognition of disability cricket in Indian sports, aiming to strengthen its foundation for future generations.

The Chief Guest of the evening was Neeraj K. Pawan, Chairman - Rajasthan State Sports Council & Youth Affairs. The Guests of Honour included D. D. Kumawat, Convenor - Ad Hoc Committee, Rajasthan Cricket Association, and Ravikant Chauhan, Secretary - DCCI. Other distinguished guests present were Vivek Gupta, Rajesh Tambi, Jyotsana Choudhary (President, RDCA), Anil Mittal (Chief Patron, RDCA), Krishan Kumar Gupta (Secretary, RDCA), and Gaurav Jhalani (Treasurer, RDCA).

During the event, Neeraj K. Pawan and D. D. Kumawat announced that the India-England Physical Disability Cricket Series will be hosted in Jaipur. They also assured their full support towards the growth and recognition of disability cricket.

Meanwhile, Ravikant Chauhan, Secretary - DCCI, announced that a strong and systematic structure for disability cricket will be implemented very soon. He further declared that salaries for disabled cricketers will begin shortly, ensuring financial stability and professional recognition for the players.

List of Winners of Divyam Cricket Awards - DCCI Physical Disability Annual Awards 2025: Ravindra Patil (Mumbai) - Lifetime Achievement Award, Gurudas Raut (Vidarbha) - Special Contribution Award, Vikrant Keni (Mumbai) - Players' Choice (Popular Player), Rajesh Kannur (Karnataka) - DCCI Player of the Year, Shivshankar (Karnataka) - Iconic Player Award, Surendra Khorwal (Rajasthan) - Best Amazing Player, Adil Nansola (Gujarat) - Rising Star of the Year, Anwar Ali (Uttar Pradesh) - Best Junior Player and Chandrabhan Giri (Hyderabad) - Best Coach.

Special Recognition Awards: Nitendra Singh (Baroda) - Lifetime Contribution Award (Disability Cricket & Inclusion), Disability Cricket Development Award: Adishwar Jain (Mumbai), Dipen Gandhi (Gujarat), Girish Shevate (Maharashtra), Uttapal Majumdar (West Bengal), Leadership & Motivation Award - Jaipuria Cricket Academy (Rohit Jhalani, Rajasthan), Grassroots Disability Cricket Development Award - Vidarbha Disabled Cricket Association, Special Recognition (Sponsorship, Infrastructure & Awareness) - Rajesh Bhardwaj (Noida), Best Zonal Coordinator - Madhusudan Naik (South Zone), Power Play Support Award - Sanjay Singh Tomar (Madhya Pradesh), Best Administrator Award - Dheeraj Harde (Vidarbha), National Best Team - Jammu & Kashmir, Best Association of the Year - Chhattisgarh Disabled Cricket Association.

- ANI

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Rohit P
About time! Disability cricket has been neglected for too long. The announcement of salaries for players is a game-changer. Hope BCCI takes note and provides more support. These athletes are true heroes who play for passion against all odds.
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Aditya G
Great to see Rajasthan taking the lead in hosting such events. The India-England series in Jaipur will be fantastic exposure. But I hope they ensure proper accessibility at stadiums - that's equally important for making cricket truly inclusive.
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Neha E
My brother plays wheelchair cricket and I know how much this recognition means. The Lifetime Achievement Award to Ravindra Patil is well-deserved. These players inspire us every day with their spirit and dedication to the game they love.
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Michael C
Wonderful to see India leading in inclusive sports initiatives. The comprehensive award categories show deep thought has gone into recognizing every aspect of disability cricket. Hope other countries follow this model.
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Suresh O
While this is a positive step, I hope the promised salaries and systematic structure actually materialize quickly. Often such announcements are made but implementation takes years. These athletes need consistent support, not just one-time recognition.
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Kavya N
So proud of all the winners! 🎉 Especially happy to see representation from across India - Karnataka,

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