Project ICC Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind 2025: Empowering Through Inclusive Sports
Continuing its commitment to impactful community service, the Leo Club of IIT proudly participated in the first-ever ICC Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind 2025, held from 11ᵗʰ to 23ʳᵈ November. The tournament brought together six nations – India, Nepal, Pakistan, Australia, USA, and Sri Lanka – celebrating skill, resilience, and inclusivity.
The event highlighted the importance of equal opportunities in sports, aligning with the Sports Council of IIT’s theme, “Sports for Humanity.” Volunteers guided teams from arrival to accommodation, assisted during matches, and ensured smooth logistics. Key roles included:
- Leo Manish Perera – Transport & General Event Coordinator
- Leo Senuth Wanniarachchi – Official Photographer
- Leo Uvini Wickramaarachchi – Liaison Officer for Team Nepal
- Leo Isali Dehansa – Liaison Officer for Team India
Matches were held at BOI Cricket Ground, Katunayake (15–20 Nov) and P. Saravanamuttu International Cricket Stadium, Colombo (Semi-finals & Finals). The tournament concluded with India defeating Nepal to become the inaugural Women’s Blind Cricket T20 Champions. Volunteers were honored at the Official Grand Gala Dinner on 20ᵗʰ November at Hangla – The Ocean Lounge, Colombo, for their dedication and contribution.
The Initiative Focused on Key Objectives:
- Promoting Inclusivity in Sports: Highlighting opportunities for women athletes with visual impairments.
- Strengthening Community Service: Encouraging volunteers to actively support an international sporting event.
- Showcasing Leadership and Collaboration: Coordinating logistics, accommodation, and match-day support for global teams.
- Inspiring Global Awareness: Raising awareness about the transformative power of sports for all abilities.
The Impact of the Project Extended Across Multiple Dimensions:
- Community Engagement: Connected volunteers, athletes, and organizers from diverse backgrounds.
- Empowerment and Inspiration: Showcased the talent, resilience, and determination of female athletes with visual impairments.
- Service Excellence: Reinforced the Leo Club of IIT’s commitment to meaningful international service.
- Organizational Growth: Strengthened the identity of the Leo Club as a youth-led movement promoting inclusivity and global collaboration.
Project ICC Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind 2025 set a precedent for future initiatives, demonstrating how sports, service, and inclusivity can unite communities worldwide. By supporting this historic event, the Leo Club of IIT illustrated that service through sports can empower, inspire, and create lasting impact.
“Empowering athletes, celebrating inclusivity, and serving with purpose.”
