-Edward
In a historic first, the sports fields of Barkur will witness a floodlit cricket tournament featuring both men's and women's teams this May. The BMK Trophy 2025, organized in memory of the Late Shri Krishna Mestri, represents a significant milestone in Barkur's cricket history as it introduces women's cricket competition for the first time in the region.

Event Details
Date: May 9, 10, and 11, 2025
    
Venue: Chauli Kere Ground, Barkur
    
Format: 90-yard national-level cricket tournament
Organizers
The prestigious tournament is being hosted under the patronage of several prominent local sports clubs:
- Sri Veera Maruti Sports & Cultural Club (Registered), Barkur
 - Swastik Sports Club (Registered)
 - R.K. Sports Club
 - N.J.C. Friends
 - Barkur Sports & Cultural Club
 
Prize Details
Men's Category
- Winner: ₹2,02,222 + Trophy
 - Runner-up: ₹1,01,111 + Trophy
 
Women's Category
- Winner: ₹1,01,111 + Trophy
 - Runner-up: ₹55,555 + Trophy
 
Individual Awards
- Series Best Player Trophy
 - Best Batsman Trophy
 - Best Bowler Trophy
 - Final Match Best Player Trophy
 
Additionally, a "Player of the Match" award will be presented after each game throughout the tournament.
Contact Information
For registration and further details, interested teams can contact:
- Edward: 9901503693
 - Suresh: 9341135263
 - Riaz: 9448004715
 
This groundbreaking sporting event has generated significant excitement among cricket enthusiasts in Barkur. The inclusion of a women's tournament alongside the men's competition marks a progressive step forward for sports development in the region. All cricket lovers from Barkur and surrounding areas are cordially invited to witness this historic tournament under the lights.
