Shillong Shocks Hyderabad: Don Bosco Academy Bags Thriller Basketball Title!

On October 16, 2025, the Don Bosco Sports Academy of Shillong Province made history by winning the inaugural Don Bosco Sports Academy basketball tournament held in Hyderabad. This event brought together the nation’s top basketball teams for a thrilling competition.

Thrilling Final Match

The final showcased a fierce contest between Shillong and Hyderabad Hoopers, with Shillong emerging victorious with a score of 78-72. The game was marked by strategic defense and rapid plays that kept fans engrossed.

Key Moments and Players

• Hyderabad’s Early Lead: Led by Rakesh Singh, who scored 20 points in the first half.
• Shillong’s Response: Forward Anil Dkhar made crucial rebounds and scored decisive points to even the score by halftime.
• Second Half Dominance: Captain Robin Marak led Shillong with 25 points and timely assists, especially in the final quarter.

Post-Match Reactions and Highlights

Shillong supporters, having traveled over 1,500 kilometers, celebrated enthusiastically. Captain Robin Marak stated, “Winning this tournament on our first attempt is a dream come true. We showed great heart and unity.”

Man of the Tournament honors went to Anil Dkhar for his consistent stellar performance.

Organizers’ Perspective and Future Outlook

The Don Bosco Sports Academy organizers expressed satisfaction with the event’s success and aim to make this tournament an annual basketball showcase in India.

Notable points about the tournament:

1. No major injuries occurred.
2. Fair play was widely praised among participants.
3. The event highlighted basketball’s growing popularity in the Hyderabad region and northeastern India.

Shillong’s victory promises to energize basketball enthusiasm in northeastern India and set a new standard for future competitions. Stay tuned for more updates only on Space Sports.

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