Corporate support continues to stream in for the Demerara Cricket Board’s (DCB) upcoming Independence T10 Cup, with L. Mahabeer and Son Cambio the latest establishment to commit to the tournament.
The fund-raising event is slated for May 25 at the LBI Ground, East Coast Demerara.
Earlier this week, the Chief Executive Officer of L. Mahabeer and Son Cambio, Lookeshwar “Vick” Mahabeer, presented a financial contribution to the Secretary of the DCB, Davteerth Anandjit.
The presentation took place at the Cambio’s location on King Street, Georgetown. Mahabeer, an ardent cricket fan and West Indies Over-40 player, expressed his delight in becoming a partner of the highly anticipated tournament.
He wished the DCB well in its endeavour to garner much-needed funds to aid in the growth and development of the sport in the county of Demerara.
L. Mahabeer and Son Cambio is the fifth business to support the tournament, joining Office Express, Regal Stationery and Computer Centre, Anil Beharry Real Estate, Construction and General Business Services, and Naven’s Construction.
Anandjit commended Mahabeer for his kind gesture, as he reiterated the importance of corporate support in fostering the development of the game.
The DCB executive said the board is extremely grateful to everyone who has embraced the tournament, whether through financial means or other forms of support.
Anandjit added that plans for the grand Independence T10 Cup are moving full steam ahead, with teams and players to be announced in the coming days.
Eight first division teams from the county will compete for top honours, with the format being a one-game knockout.
A total cash prize of $500,000 and trophies will be up for grabs at the one-day event. While players within the respective associations will represent the teams, each team is allowed two guest players from other counties.
The champion team is guaranteed $250,000 cash plus a trophy; the runners-up, $150,000 and a trophy; while the losing semi-finalists will receive $50,000 each.
On the individual side, the Man-of-the-Match in the semi-finals and final will receive a trophy. Action will bowl off at 10:00h and conclude under floodlights.
