Edges past Khalsa College 79-78 in extra time to clinch men’s title
New Delhi, April 15: Kirori Mal College emerged victorious in the men’s category of the 5th PSPB Baba Deep Singh Basketball Tournament, defeating host Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College in a closely fought final on Tuesday night.
The summit clash turned into a tense contest, extending into extra time before Kirori Mal College secured a narrow 79-78 win to lift the title.
Thrilling Final Decided in Extra Time
Both teams delivered a competitive performance throughout the match, with neither side able to establish a clear lead during regulation time. The game eventually went into extra time, where Kirori Mal College managed to edge ahead by a single point.
The narrow margin reflected the evenly matched contest and high level of play displayed by both sides.
Individual Performances
Dev Kapoor of Kirori Mal College was named ‘Man of the Match’ for his decisive contribution in the final.
Hardik Sharma from Khalsa College was awarded ‘Player of the Tournament’ in recognition of his consistent performance throughout the competition.
Prize Distribution Ceremony
The awards ceremony was attended by several dignitaries, including Delhi University South Campus Director Prof. Rajni Abbi, who was the chief guest.
Other attendees included Delhi Basketball Association President Mukesh Kalia, PSPB Advisor Lalit Vats, DBA General Secretary Ashok Ranguin, and Delhi University Sports Council Assistant Director Dr. Sushil Kumar.
College Principal Prof. Gurmohinder Singh and Director of Physical Education Dr. Inderpreet Kaur were also present.
Tournament Overview
The tournament was hosted by Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College with support from the Petroleum Sports Promotion Board. The event brought together college teams and showcased emerging basketball talent at the university level.
Public Impact
Inter-college tournaments such as the Baba Deep Singh Basketball Tournament play a key role in promoting grassroots sports and providing a platform for young athletes to compete and gain exposure.
Conclusion
Kirori Mal College’s narrow win in a high-intensity final highlights the growing competitiveness of university-level basketball, with both teams demonstrating strong performance and sportsmanship. (With inputs from H.S.)
Inputs & Images courtesy: Hindusthan Samachar (H.S.)
Edited by: Dikshita Bollu
Last Updated on: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 2:28 pm by Bollu Dikshitha | Published by: Bollu Dikshitha on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 2:27 pm | News Categories: India
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