The stage is officially set for one of the most anticipated sporting events in the IT industry as Lexar presents IT Champions League – 3rd Edition began with an electrifying Trophy Unveiling and Team Selection Ceremony at the IT Voice Office.
The event brought together the captains of all eight participating teams, marking the beginning of an exciting cricketing showdown powered by leaders from across the ICT ecosystem. The atmosphere was charged with enthusiasm, competitive spirit, and camaraderie as industry professionals stepped into their sporting avatars.
Team Captains & Franchises Announced
The league features eight dynamic teams led by prominent industry leaders:
- Alok Sharma (Dell) – Captain, Display Bears (Powered by Dell | RP Tech)
- Poorna Chandra Vyas (Ingram Micro) – Captain, Storage Sharks (Powered by HP)
- Ganga Singh (Lenovo) – Captain, CPU Rhinos (Powered by Lenovo | RP Tech)
- Banwari Lal Kumbhkar (Logibird) – Captain, Network Bulls (Powered by Logibird)
- Manish Neel (INP)– Captain, RAM Eagles (Powered by INP)
- Vijay Gurnani (Asus) – Captain, Printer Wolves (Powered by The Watch Factory | A Square Distributors)
- Rishabh Rawat (Redington) – Captain, Surveillance Tigers (Powered by DCR India | ICPL)
- Nishant Pareek (Redington) – Captain, Power Panthers (Powered by Vighneshwara)
Each team reflects a unique segment of the IT ecosystem, making the league not just a sporting event but a celebration of the entire channel industry.
A League Beyond Cricket
The IT Champions League has steadily evolved into a powerful networking and engagement platform, bringing together OEMs, distributors, system integrators, and industry stakeholders under one roof. The trophy unveiling symbolized not just the start of a tournament, but the continuation of a tradition that blends business relationships with sportsmanship.
Tournament Format & Schedule
The tournament is scheduled to commence on the 9th, with an action-packed format:
- Day 1: League matches followed by knockout rounds
- Day 2: Semi-finals and the Grand Finale
With high-energy matchups, strategic gameplay, and passionate participation expected, this edition promises to be bigger and more competitive than ever before.
Building Industry Camaraderie
Speaking on the occasion, the organizers emphasized that the IT Champions League is more than just cricket—it is about fostering stronger relationships within the IT community, encouraging collaboration, and creating memorable experiences beyond boardrooms and business meetings.
With the trophy unveiled and teams locked in, all eyes are now on the मैदान as the industry gears up for two days of intense cricketing action and unmatched energy.
