Cricketers, Coaches, Administrators and Supporters Honoured with “Divyam Cricket Awards: Physical Disability Annual Awards 2025” at Jaipur

This landmark initiative was held for the very first time to honor the outstanding contributions and achievements of disabled cricketers, coaches, administrators, and supporters.

The Divyam Cricket Awards not only recognize sporting excellence but also celebrate the indomitable spirit, resilience, and inclusivity of players who continue to inspire society through cricket.

This ceremony marks a historic step towards building greater recognition for disability cricket in Indian sports and strengthening its foundation for future generations.

This is the first time that the Divyam Cricket Awards have been held to formally recognize and honor disabled cricketers. Going forward, these awards will continue every year. We believe this initiative will further uplift the prestige of differently-abled players in society. At the same time, much more needs to be done to strengthen their recognition, so that players develop a stronger passion and sense of pride towards their game.

The Divyam Cricket Awards are not just about achievements, but a celebration of courage, resilience, and inclusivity. This historic step will inspire generations to come and provide a stronger foundation for disability cricket in India.

Chief Guest was Mr. Neeraj K. Pawan, Chairman – Rajasthan State Sports Council & Youth Affairs. Guests of Honour was Mr. D. D. Kumawat (Convenor – Ad Hoc Committee, RCA) and Mr. Ravikant Chauhan (Secretary – DCCI).

Mr. Neeraj K. Pawan and Mr. D. D. Kumawat announced that the India–England Mix Disability Cricket Series will be hosted in Jaipur. They assured their full support towards the growth and recognition of disability cricket. Mr. Ravikant Chauhan, Secretary – DCCI, declared that a structured and systematic framework for disability cricket will soon be implemented. He further announced that salaries for disabled cricketers will begin shortly, ensuring financial stability and professional recognition for the players.

1. Ravindra Patil (Mumbai) – Lifetime Achievement Award

2. Gurudas Raut (Vidarbha) – Special Contribution Award

3. Vikrant Keni (Mumbai) – Players’ Choice (Popular Player)

4. Rajesh Kannur (Karnataka) – DCCI Player of the Year

5. Shivshankar (Karnataka) – Iconic Player Award

6. Surendra Khorwal (Rajasthan) – Best Amazing Player

7. Adil Nansola (Gujarat) – Rising Star of the Year

8. Anwar Ali (Uttar Pradesh) – Best Junior Player

9. Chandrabhan Giri (Hyderabad) – Best Coach

• Mr. 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.