JAMMU, Jun 15: RCF emerged champions of the 2nd Ravinder Khajuria Memorial Basketball Tournament 2026, defeating CISF 70-66 in a thrilling final played at the University of Jammu Basketball Court. The two-day tournament was organized by the Royal Basketball Club (RBC) under the nationwide “Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan” campaign and concluded successfully on Sunday.
The championship clash witnessed high-intensity action, with both teams displaying exceptional skill and determination. However, RCF held their nerve in the closing stages to secure a hard-fought victory and lift the coveted trophy. Earlier in the semifinals, CISF defeated BSF by 49-37, while RCF booked their place in the final after overcoming Western Command by 77-68.
In the hard-line match for third place, Western Command defeated BSF 72-57 to finish third in the tournament.
The closing ceremony was graced by Dr. Daud Iqbal Baba, Director, Directorate of Sports and Physical Education, University of Jammu, as Chief Guest, while Satya Prakash, Assistant Commissioner, EPFO Jammu, attended as Guest of Honour. Special Guests included Seema Khajuria, wife of Late Ravinder Khajuria, and Sunita Magotra, wife of Late Rajinder Magotra.
Addressing the gathering, the dignitaries appreciated the efforts of the Royal Basketball Club in organizing the tournament and promoting the message of a drug-free society through sports. They emphasized that sporting activities provide a positive platform for youth and play a vital role in steering them away from substance abuse.
Individual honours were also presented during the closing ceremony. Aakash Hooda of RCF was declared the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the tournament for his outstanding performances, while Mohd. Ishtiaq of RBC received the Emerging Player of the Tournament award.
During the felicitation ceremony, mementos were presented to the guests by officials of the Royal Basketball Club. The event concluded with prize distribution and a vote of thanks delivered by Shubham Sharma, Senior Coach at IIM Jammu, who expressed gratitude to the guests, participating teams, sponsors, officials, volunteers and supporters.
The organizers reaffirmed their commitment to promoting sports and spreading awareness against drug abuse while carrying forward the legacy of Late Ravinder Khajuria and his contribution to basketball in Jammu and Kashmir.