Sipuikawn FC win Lt Col Rajeev Bakshi Memorial Tournament
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 20 2023:
Sipuikawn FC were crowned champions of the 17th Lt Col Rajeev Bakshi Memorial Toumament organised under the aegis of HQ IGAR (S) in collaboration with Hmar Trophy Organising Board, Parbung.
Sipuikawn FC beat Sakwardai FC in an all-Mizoram team final clash at Parbung village today to seal the title trophy and cash prize of Rs 62,000 while the runners up were feted with a trophy and a cash prize of Rs 32,000.Lalthanpuia from Sakwardai was adjudged as Best Player, Jacob Hmar from Sipuikawn FC was adjudged as Best Goalkeeper and Lalcchhanchhua from Sinlung Hills was adjudged as Highest Goal Scorer of the tournament.
They were awarded a cash reward of Rs 2500, said PRO of IGAR (S) in a release.
The final day of the tournament witnessed a wreath laying ceremony in the memory of the brave heart by Assam Rifles at Bakshi hill and locals from Parbung village at Parbung Mini Stadium.
The gala event also included various cultural programmes such as Coffin March, cultural songs and speeches from village authorities and CSOs remembering the gallant act of Lt Col Rajeev Bakshi, the release said.