Awards - 2024

Awards 2024

Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association is most proactive to recognise and reward talent at all levels, be it the players, the coaches, support staff or the other resource persons like umpires / scorers etc. Prudent recognisation and rewarding of talent requires a very massive, deep rooted and passionate pool of experienced people who come together to weave a network and system. It is not only about rewarding the talent but also motivating the upcoming potential. It is always our endeavour to attract and retain critical talent to grow. We try to be strategic and creative to retain and reward talent. MPCA rewards a spectrum of performers, including players at International – Domestic – Divisional Level, coaches, other support staff, upcoming umpires and many more.

The awards for season 2023-24  are as follows :

MPCA LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

This is the highest award of MPCA which is presented annually to the persons who have achieved glory or contributed for the betterment of the game and who belong to Holkars or Madhya Bharat or Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association.

The recipient is honoured for his / her "creative, exceptional, outstanding contribution of the highest order to the growth and development of Cricket either Globally, or at India level, or at Madhya Pradesh state level through achievements and services for the game of cricket."

There are two categories for which this award is conferred upon.

C T Sarwate Award : for contribution as International Cricketer / National First Class Cricketer / Umpire / Scorer / Curator

Madhavrao Scindia Award : for contribution as Selector / Coach / Administrator / Commentator / Historian / Statistician /  Journalist

The award carries a 'Silver Souvenir Plaque' and Rs. 5.0 Lacs

A panel comprising of senior MPCA members recommends the best suited candidate for these awards. The recipients of these prestigious awards for season 2021-22 are

'C T Sarwate Award for Lifetime Achievement': Mr. Sushilchandra Singh Bais

An engineer by profession and a devoted cricket enthusiast by nature, Mr. S. K. Bais represents a rare and remarkable fusion of technical brilliance and deep-rooted passion for cricket. For several decades, he has stood as a silent yet steadfast pillar behind the scenes, offering his time, expertise, and dedication to the development of cricket infrastructure in Madhya Pradesh. His invaluable guidance and on-site help were crucial during the period when MPCA hosted matches at the state-owned stadium when in those formative years we were devoid of adequate resources, where his support proved indispensable. Later on, as Chairperson of the Infrastructure Committee of MPCA, he led numerous development projects with exceptional responsibility and commitment. Further, his tenure as Chairperson of the Land & Grounds Committee was equally impactful, as he provided thoughtful leadership for expanding MPCA’s land and related assets. His generous help was always within reach and offered with grace. Even today, this octogenarian continues to extend his tireless energy and help to MPCA, inspiring all who work alongside him. His service, though often away from the limelight, has laid the very foundation upon which MPCA’s modern-day infrastructure stands. With deep gratitude and utmost respect, MPCA is proud to confer the Lifetime Achievement Award upon Mr. S. K. Bais, for his lifelong and graceful contributions to the MPCA

'Madhavrao Scindia Award for Lifetime Achievement' : Mr. Syed Gulrez Ali  

"In the history of MPCA’s cricket, few names resonate with the quiet strength, commitment, and enduring passion as that of Mr. Syed Gulrez Ali. A cricketer of great repute, he played during an era when resources were limited and facilities sparse - yet his performances on the field reflected the resolve of a true sportsman who rose above constraints with sheer skill and unwavering dedication. He played 74 first-class matches and 4 list-A matches between 1964-65 to 1984-85. His contribution as a player not only brought glory to his team but also inspired a generation of young aspirants to believe in their dreams. Following his retirement from active play, his devotion to the game found new expression in equally vital roles off the field. As a coach cum manager, he mentored countless budding cricketers, instilling in them the values of discipline, integrity, and perseverance. His astute judgment and deep understanding of the game made him a valued selector, helping shape teams that carried forward the legacy of excellence. Further, in his tenure as a member of the Managing Committee, he contributed to uphold the spirit and standards of the association, while his contribution to the Ground Committee for international matches was equally significant. He also played role as a BCCI match referee. A man of vision, his lifelong dedication to the game has left an indelible mark on the cricketing landscape of Madhya Pradesh. MPCA is honoured to have such an illustrious personality as a Life Member and salutes his distinguished service to the game and the Association.”

TEAM AWARDS (for commendable performance in BCCI / Central Zone Tournaments)

BCCI MULTI DAY TOURNAMENT : INCENTIVE AWARDS FOR OUTWRIGHT WINS  - TEAMS REACHING KNOCK OUTS  

SPECIAL AWARD : INTERNATIONAL DEBUT : Rs. 5 Lacs

Soumya Pandey (India U19)

MADHAVRAO SCINDIA AWARD - SR. CRICKETER CATEGORY : Rs. 1 Lac

Kumar Kartikeya Singh

MADHAVRAO SCINDIA AWARD - JR. CRICKETER CATEGORY: Rs. 1 Lac

Sagar Solanki

MAHARANI USHADEVI AWARD – BEST SR. CRICKETER – WOMEN’S: Rs. 50,000

Anushka Sharma

CHANDRA NAYDU AWARD – BEST JR. CRICKETER – WOMEN’S: Rs. 50,000

Ayushi Shukla

BEST SPIN BOWLER IN U/19 BCCI TOURNAMENT (NARENDRA HIRWANI AWARD): Rs. 30,000

Vishnu Bharadwaj

WINNERS & RUNNER UP OF INTER DIVISIONAL TOURNAMENTS

MPCA MULTI-DAY TOURNAMENT: INCENTIVE AWARDS FOR OUTWRIGHT WINS – TEAMS REACHING KNOCK OUT 2021-22

Apart from team awards, special recognition award for best performance in batting, bowling and fielding/keeping is given for each tournament.

Apart from team awards, special recognition award for best performance in batting, bowling and fielding/keeping is given for each tournament.

  INTER DIVISIONAL TOURNAMENT PLAYERS PERFORMANCE

INCENTIVE AWARD TO DIVISIONAL CRICKET ASSOCIATION

MPCA rewards top two Divisions under this category. Analysis is based on multi-faceted parameters related to the Divisions (like cricket oriented activities, player’s development schemes, efforts for resource development, administrative set-up, statutory compliances, etc.).

1^st rank : Indore Division Cricket Association

2^nd rank : Ujjain Division Cricket Association

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