Four Teams, Four Trophies: TJBL Crowns Its First-Ever Champions
Vikarabad Mambas sweep both the U15 categories while the Warangal Stallions and Nizam Royals lift the U18 Championship Trophies.
Hyderabad, June 29, 2026: The 10-day maiden edition of the Telangana Junior Basketball League (TJBL), the first franchise-based junior basketball league in the state, concluded on an exciting and memorable note late Sunday night at the Kotla Vijayabhaskar Reddy Indoor Stadium, KVRIS, Hyderabad.
The league, which brought together the finest young basketball talent from across Telangana, witnessed intense competition, enthusiastic fan support, and outstanding individual performances.
Championship Results
Following a thrilling final day, Warangal Stallions clinched the Under-18 Boys title with a narrow 79-77 victory over Vikarabad Mambas, while the Vikarabad Mambas dominated the Under-15 Girls category with a 63-52 win against Warangal Stallions.
In the Under-18 Girls category, Nizam Royals secured the championship with a 73-66 win over Nalgonda Speed Strikers, and Vikarabad Mambas emerged champions in the Under-15 Boys category with a commanding 101-69 victory also against the Nalgonda Speed Strikers.
Standout Individual Players
The finals witnessed individual brilliance, with several players delivering standout performances under pressure.
Krish’s remarkable 69-point game in the U5 Boys final was one of the most dominant displays of the tournament, while Shreetej’s 29-point effort guided Warangal Stallions to a thrilling U18 Boys title.
Geetha’s commanding 30-point performance powered the U15 Girls Vikarabad Mambas team, and Bhavana’s 25-point contribution played a crucial role in Nizam Royals’ triumph.
Aaradhya, Krish, Bhavana, and Aadvik were also named the Most Valuable Players (MVPs) in their respective categories for their performances throughout the competition.
Addressing the young players, Shri K. Shiva Sena Reddy, Chairman, Sports Authority of Telangana, said:
“Bring glory to Telangana through sports. The State Government, under the leadership of the Chief Minister, is committed to encouraging and supporting every deserving athlete. If you have talent and dedication, we will ensure that you receive the necessary support.”
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Ravula Sridhar Reddy, President of TBA, said the successful conduct of TJBL was a landmark achievement for Telangana basketball.
“TJBL is the first junior franchise-based basketball league of its kind in the country. Our objective is to identify young talent, provide them with a professional platform, and create opportunities for them to grow into future champions. The overwhelming response from players, parents, coaches, franchise owners, and basketball enthusiasts has validated our vision,” he said.
Shri A. Prudhvishwar Reddy, General Secretary of TBA, expressed gratitude to the players and their parents for the support, saying:
“Our singular goal is to produce players who can bring laurels to Telangana and India. TJBL is only the beginning. We will continue engaging with all stakeholders and introduce more leagues, competitions, and development programmes to strengthen the basketball ecosystem in the state.”
The successful completion of TJBL marks the beginning of a new era for basketball in Telangana, creating a sustainable pathway for young talent and reinforcing the state’s sports prowess.
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