Gambhir attends Tihar Jail's cricket final

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Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Feb 01 2014 | 12:20 AM IST
Final of the Inter Jail Cricket tournament between Central Jail no.1 and Central Jail No.3 was today organised by Tihar Jail administration, here.
Central Jail no.3 won the summit clash, which was witnessed by Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir as chief guest.
Batting first, Central Jail No.1 scored 195 runs in 20 overs which was successfully chased down by Central Jail No.3 with two balls to spare, scoring 196 runs in 19.4 overs.
Sunil Kumar, chief spokesperson of Tihar Jail, said that nine teams participated in the two-month long Twenty20 tournament. The matches were held at the Central Jail no.1 ground.
Speaking to jail authorities and inmates after the match, Gambhir appreciated the sports spirit of the inmates which motivates them to learn good habits and keep themselves busy in fitness activities.
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First Published: Feb 01 2014 | 12:20 AM IST

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