New India Assurance Golf Team Triumphs at BOB Corporate Cup in Jaipur
The team representing The New India Assurance Company Limited delivered an outstanding performance at the prestigious BOB Corporate Golf Cup, securing a commendable third place in the Elite Group category. The tournament was hosted at the renowned Rambagh Golf Club in Jaipur, where corporate teams competed fiercely over two days of intense play.
Captain Devendra Kumar Leads Team to Victory
Under the expert leadership of captain Dr Devendra Kumar, the New India Assurance squad showcased remarkable skill and teamwork. In the crucial play-off match for the third position, the team demonstrated their prowess across multiple formats, ultimately defeating Team Kishan Rungta to claim their spot on the podium.
Key Match Highlights and Winning Moments
The two-day competition featured several thrilling encounters that highlighted the team's strategic depth:
- In the alternate shot format, the dynamic pair of Krishna Kumar Haritwal and Ram Singh secured a decisive victory over Kunal Singh and Dushyant Singh Rathore.
- The best ball format saw Navratna Singh Rathore and Rohit Gothwal outplay Manish Agarwal and Piyush Rungta with precision and coordination.
- Captain Devendra Kumar, partnering with Manish Kumawat Junior, achieved a significant win on hole number 13 in the match play format against Arjun Kuchhal and Vikas Bajoria.
Individual Brilliance on the Final Day
The second day of the tournament featured individual competitions that further solidified New India Assurance's position:
- Navratna Singh Rathore emerged victorious over Dushyant Singh.
- Ram Singh delivered a commanding performance to defeat Piyush Rungta.
- Krishna Kumar Haritwal showcased his skills by dismissing Kunal Singh.
- Manish Kumawat Junior sidelined Manish Agarwal in a closely contested match.
These individual triumphs collectively ensured the team's third-place finish and the accompanying prize money of Rs 2 lakh.
Complete Team Roster and Leadership
The victorious New India Assurance team comprised dedicated professionals who contributed to this achievement:
- Dr Devendra Kumar - Captain
- Navratna Singh Rathore - Vice Captain
- Krishna Kumar Haritwal
- Ram Singh
- Kamal Singh Naruka
- Manish Kumawat (Junior)
- Rohit Gothwal
- Rakesh Chaudhary
- Pratap Singh - Mentor
This achievement at the BOB Corporate Golf Cup highlights the growing prominence of corporate sports in India, particularly in cities like Jaipur that host such prestigious events. The team's success reflects not only individual talent but also effective teamwork and strategic planning under experienced leadership.
