RAIA, March 20 -- PHC Balli defeated Somnath Boys, Adnem, by 19 runs in the final to emerge champions in the 2nd All Goa inter-ward cricket tournament in memory of Laxmikant (Shailu) Dessai organised by the United Boys of Cuncolim, at Cuncolim ground, recently. The winners took home Rs 22,222, while runners-up had to be content with Rs 11,111. Semi-finals losers Balaji Boys and Young Boy, Culwada, collected Rs 2,222 each and trophies. In all, 32 teams from across Goa participated.

Raju Chipkar was named man of the final for his contribution with ball and bat.

Man of series was won Raju Chipkar, best batsman Spanesh, best bowler Sarvesh Patekar, umpires for the final (main) Vaibhav Dessai and (leg) Sahil Shetkar.

Chief guest Sudesh Bhis...