Club Pavilion from Merlin Rise Dominates CAB Ambar Roy Sub-Junior (U-13) Qualifiers; Yuvraj Singh Applauds Young Talent

Club Pavilion (Merlin Rise) has emerged as a powerhouse in the ongoing CAB Ambar Roy Sub-Junior (U-13) Tournament, securing a series of commanding victories during the Kolkata zone qualifier rounds. The tournament, organized by the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) in honour of the legendary Ambar Roy, features 101 teams from the Kolkata zone. Club Pavilion’s recent performances have set a high benchmark for the competition: Clinical Victory over Ballygunge United (March 16): Club Pavilion posted a massive 287/5, eventually trouncing Ballygunge United by 230 runs after restricting them to just 57/9. Dominance over Howrah Union: The bowlers dismantled the opposition for a mere 48 runs, leading to a swift 7-wicket victory. Club Pavilion Trounced Dakshin Kalikata Sangsad U13 at Bijoypur, Kolkata by 34 runs : Club Pavilion registered a convincing 34-run victory over Dakshin Kalikata Sangsad in the U-13 match held at Bijoypur. Batting first, Club Pavilion posted a competitive total of 143 for 9 in 35 overs. In reply, Dakshin Kalikata Sangsad struggled to build momentum and were bowled out for 109, falling short of the target. Club Pavilion outshone their opponents with a disciplined performance, securing a well-deserved win.

Club Pavilion qualified for the next round as a group champion Endorsement from the Legend The success of the squad is a direct result of the rigorous training provided at the Yuvraj Singh Centre of Excellence (YSCE). International cricket icon Yuvraj Singh expressed his pride in the boys’ development. “The stellar performance by the players from Club Pavillion testifies to the discipline, grit, and time invested by the Yuvraj Singh Centre of Excellence on them,” said Yuvraj Singh. “The coaches work hard to bring out the best performance from the students in batting, bowling, and fielding so they can display a fantastic, all-round skill set. I congratulate all players and hope they continue to excel in the matches to come.” A Vision for Excellence Saket Mohta, MD of Merlin Group, reiterated the group’s commitment to sports as a pillar of youth development. “At Merlin, we consistently encourage our teams to participate in high-level tournaments to hone their competitive edge,” said Mohta. “Our partnership with the Yuvraj Singh Centre of Excellence has been instrumental in training these budding cricketers. We want our players to participate in more such CAB tournaments to further refine their skills.” Nurturing the Future of Bengal Cricket The CAB Ambar Roy Sub-Junior Tournament is a vital platform for identifying future stars. By focusing on skill development and sportsmanship, it offers young players their first taste of organized, competitive cricket, marking the beginning of many professional journeys.