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05 Greatest Trophies Across Different Sports
- FIFA World Cup Trophy
- Awarded For: Winning Football World Cup
- Made of: 18-carat gold
- Introduced in: 1974 FIFA World Cup
- Designer: Stabilimento Artistico Bertoni (Italy)
The trophy is given to the World Cup-winning team every four years, the “FIFA World Cup Trophy” is made of gold and it replaced the first world cup trophy called “Jules Rimet Trophy” after the 1970 world cup. It was first introduced in the 1974 world cup and made of pure 18-carat gold and weighs around 6.1 kilograms. Its design feature two human bodies holding earth”.
2. The Ashes (Cricket)
- Awarded for: Winner of annual 5 test match series between England-Australia
- Made of: terracotta and contains a burnt bail
- Introduced in: 1883-84 test series between England-Australia
Early history accounts vary but its widely considered that after 1882 test series win by Australia in England. British newspaper “Sporting times” published an article about “death of cricket in England and Ashes set to be taken to Australia” referring to Australia win against England. A year later when England travel to Australia for the test series, English captain vowed to take back the Ashes.
3. Wimbledon (Men’s singles Tennis)
- Awarded For: Men’s singles winner
- Made of: Silver Gilt, Height 18 inches
- Introduced in: first presented by All England Club in 1887, it replaced the Field Cup used in previous 6 years.
First ever Wimbledon Championship took place in 1877 and a trophy called “Field Cup” was awarded to the winner of men’s singles event. But William Renshaw won three titles in a row twice hence keeping the “field cup (1877-83) and Champions Cup (1984-86). That prompted All England Club to present a new trophy to the winner which was made of silver gilt and it was decided that players cannot keep the trophy no matter how many times they win the event.
4. Webb Ellis Cup (Rugby)
- Awarded For: Winning Rugby Union World Cup
- Made of: Gilded silver, weights around 4.5 kg
- Introduced in: 1987 Rugby World Cup
- Designer: Carrington & Co. of London designed the original trophy back in 1906
The Webb Ellis Cup was introduced in the first Rugby Union World Cup and awarded to the winner. The trophy used was actually a historic silverware made back in 1906 by Carrington and Co of London. When Rugby World Cup 1987 was announced, secretary of International Rugby Federation set off on finding an appropriate trophy for the world cup and he visited “Garrard & Co” Jewelers in London where this trophy was shown to him. He liked the design and presented it to Rugby countries participating in the first every world cup.
5.Stanley Cup (NHL)
- Awarded For: Winning playoffs in National Hockey League (NHL)
- Made of: Silver and nickel alloy, weighs at around 15.5 kilograms
- Introduced in: 1893 for the best amateur ice hockey team in canada
- Designer: Named after Lord Stanley, who brought a simple rose-bowl which was made in Sheffield England and used it as a trophy awarded to Canada’s best amateur hockey team every year.
Stanley Cup has a rich history and it is named after its very first owner Lord Stanley who was the governor of Canada in last 1880’s to early 1990’s. He was ICE Hockey enthusiast. Lord Stanley alongside his family played a key role in Ice Hockey development in Canada starting an yearly amateur “Dominion Hockey Challenge Cup”.
Cricket
India Declines to Travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy 2025: A New Twist in the Cricket Saga
In a significant development, India has officially announced its decision not to travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. This decision, stemming from longstanding political tensions and security concerns, has far-reaching implications for the tournament’s organization and the future of cricket diplomacy. Adding another layer of complexity, the Indian cricket team has also decided not to wear jerseys featuring the Champions Trophy 2025 logo that mentions Pakistan as the host nation.
Key Reasons for India’s Decision
1. Security Concerns: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) emphasized that security issues in Pakistan remain a major obstacle to sending the team.
2. Political Strain: The strained diplomatic relations between India and Pakistan have long impacted bilateral cricketing ties, with no bilateral series held since 2012.
3. Preference for Neutral Venues: India has proposed moving their matches to a neutral venue, similar to arrangements made during the 2023 Asia Cup, where India’s games were played in Sri Lanka.
Implications of the Decision
1. Tournament Adjustments
India’s withdrawal from playing in Pakistan could lead to significant changes in the tournament structure. The ICC might relocate India’s matches to neutral venues such as the UAE or Sri Lanka, splitting the event across multiple countries.
2. Financial and Logistical Impact
With India being one of the largest revenue generators in international cricket, this decision could impact ticket sales, broadcasting rights, and sponsorship deals.
3. Diplomatic Fallout
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has expressed its dissatisfaction, calling the move a setback to efforts aimed at normalizing international cricket in Pakistan.
Jersey Controversy: No Pakistan Logo
In a bold statement, the BCCI has decided that the Indian cricket team will not don jerseys featuring the official Champions Trophy 2025 logo that mentions Pakistan as the host.
Symbolic Gesture: The absence of the logo underscores India’s stance on the issue.
Custom Design: The Indian team is expected to wear an alternate jersey design, which complies with ICC regulations but omits specific references to Pakistan’s hosting rights.
Reactions from the Cricketing World
PCB’s Stand: The PCB has labeled India’s actions as politically motivated, arguing that Pakistan has successfully hosted international teams, proving its ability to ensure security.
ICC’s Challenge: The ICC now faces the difficult task of accommodating India’s concerns while preserving the tournament’s integrity.
Fans’ Divide: While Indian fans support their team’s security-first approach, global cricket enthusiasts are disappointed at the continuing intersection of politics and sport.
What’s Next?
The ICC is expected to meet with both boards to discuss solutions, including potential venue adjustments and jersey regulations. A final decision is anticipated in the coming months.
Conclusion
India’s refusal to travel to Pakistan and the jersey controversy have added a dramatic twist to the lead-up to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. These developments highlight the persistent challenges of balancing cricket with geopolitics. As the situation unfolds, the cricketing world watches closely, hoping for a resolution that keeps the spirit of the game alive.
Stay tuned to Sri Lankan Sports TV for the latest updates on this story and more breaking sports news.
Cricket
Sri Lanka and India Dominate U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 with Back-to-Back Wins
Sri Lanka and India continued their dominant run in the ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup 2025, securing their second consecutive victories. Sri Lanka outplayed West Indies, while India cruised past Malaysia, solidifying their positions at the top of the points table.
Sri Lanka’s Record-Breaking Batting Display Crushes West Indies
Sri Lanka continued their dominance, setting a new tournament high score with 166/5 before dismantling the West Indies for just 85 runs to secure an emphatic 81-run victory.
Opener Sanjana Kavindi (38 off 36 balls) and Sumudu Nisansala (19 off 22) laid a strong foundation with a 54-run opening stand in under seven overs. Skipper Manudi Nanayakkara (37 off 31) and Dahami Sanethma (31 off 25) continued the aggressive batting, pushing Sri Lanka to an imposing total.
West Indies struggled against Sri Lanka’s sharp bowling and disciplined fielding, losing wickets at regular intervals. Left-arm spinner Selena Ross (2/25) was the only positive for West Indies, but their batting collapse handed Sri Lanka an easy win.
With this victory, Sri Lanka remains unbeaten and continues to challenge India for the top spot in the tournament standings.
India’s Bowling Masterclass Crushes Malaysia
Defending champions India once again showcased their bowling prowess, making full use of overcast conditions after winning the toss.
Young seamer Joshitha VJ set the tone by trapping Malaysia’s opener Nuni for a duck. A run-out and a fiery spell from Aayushi Shukla reduced Malaysia to 13/4 within five overs.
The highlight of the innings came from Vaishnavi Sharma, whose brilliant left-arm spin secured the tournament’s first hat-trick. She ended with stunning figures of 5/5, as Malaysia was dismissed for just 31 runs.
India’s openers, G. Trisha and Kamalini G., chased down the target in three overs without losing a wicket, ensuring India retained the top spot on the table.
Cricket
Sri Lanka U19 Women Secure Dominant Victory Over West Indies in ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup
In a commanding performance at the Bayuemas Oval in Kuala Lumpur, the Sri Lanka Under-19 Women’s cricket team triumphed over the West Indies U19 Women in their Group A encounter of the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup. Opting to bat first after winning the toss, Sri Lanka posted an imposing total of 166 for 5 in their allotted 20 overs.
The opening partnership laid a solid foundation, with Sanjana Kavindi scoring 38 off 36 balls and Sumudu Nisansala contributing 19 off 22 deliveries. Captain Manudi Nanayakkara further bolstered the innings with a brisk 37 from 31 balls, while Dahami Sanethma added a valuable 31 off 25 balls. The West Indies bowlers faced a challenging task, with left-arm spinner Selena Ross emerging as the standout performer, claiming 2 wickets for 25 runs in her four overs.
In response, the West Indies U19 Women struggled to build momentum against a disciplined Sri Lankan bowling attack. Regular wickets and tight fielding restricted their scoring opportunities, ultimately leading to a comprehensive victory for Sri Lanka. This win propels Sri Lanka to the top of Group A, enhancing their prospects of advancing to the Super Six stage of the tournament.
The Sri Lankan team’s all-round performance underscores their growing prowess in the international arena, particularly in the U19 category. As the tournament progresses, they will aim to maintain this momentum in their upcoming matches. Cricket enthusiasts can look forward to more thrilling performances from these young athletes as they continue their campaign in the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup.
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