The Achimota Cricket Oval C is set to witness an electrifying cricket showdown as the Hard Tennis Ball Cricket World Cup Tournament 2025 takes center stage on Sunday, March 23 and 30, 2025.
With title Sponsors, Lenovo and Dunamis Shipping & Logistics, the event Powdered by Indian Salt ‘N Pepper and Nana Milk, will feature 12 competitive teams battling for supremacy in an intense display of cricketing prowess.
Tournament Format & Prize Pool
The tournament will see the 12 teams divided into four groups of three, competing in a single round-robin format. The top two teams from each group will advance to the quarterfinals, with winners progressing to the semifinals and then the grand finale.
At stake is a prestigious World Cup Trophy and a whopping GH₵12,000.00 cash prize for the champions. The runner-up team will take home GH₵7,000.00, along with medals and other exciting rewards.
Special Awards & Prizes
The tournament promises thrilling action, with individual awards for standout performances:
🏆 Most Valuable Player – Lenovo Tablet & Trophy
🏆 Man of the Final Match – Canon Printer & Trophy
🏅 Man of the Match (Each Game) – Medals, 1 carton of Boss Baker, and Crop & Crew Salon Coupons
🥈 Runner-up Team Players – Medals, Master Cut Coupons & 1 carton of NutriSnax Biscuits
🥇 Winning Team Players – Medals, Master Cut Coupons & 1 carton of NutriSnax Biscuits
Tournament Rules
The 5-over tournament will follow several ICC regulations, with key exceptions:
✅ No LBW rule
✅ Each player can bowl only one over
Group Stage Balloting
The official draw has placed the teams into four competitive groups:
- Group A: Game Changers, Invincible Eleven, Salt ‘N Pepper
- Group B: Devnik, Evolve Paints, Atlantic Eleven
- Group C: Royal Stars Tema, Punjab Warriors, Accra Titans
- Group D: Defenders, Jaykay Spikers, DPS Tamil Pasanga
Sponsors & Expectations
The event is also made possible by Crop & Crew Unisex Salon, NutriSnax, Daily Food, The Master Cut, and OMAN FOFOR, who are contributing to what promises to be a high-energy tournament.
Cricket lovers, competitive teams, and enthusiastic fans can expect an unforgettable experience, filled with top-tier performances and intense action on the pitch.
By: Davis Nii Attuquaye Clottey
