Published on Nov 6
GUWAHATI: DBI Sports Club emerged champions of the Kamrup Metro District Round in the 71st Bordoloi Trophy, defeating ASEBSC 1-0 in a closely contested final at the Gauhati Town Club Academy Ground, Fulung, on Friday.
Both teams displayed determination and attacking intent, but neither could break the deadlock in the first half. The match witnessed a competitive battle in midfield, with both sides creating opportunities but failing to find the finishing touch.
DBI Sports Club eventually broke the deadlock in the 73rd minute when Donbok found the back of the net with a crucial strike. The goal proved decisive as DBI maintained their slender advantage in the remaining minutes, holding off ASEBSC's attempts to stage a comeback.
With the final whistle, DBISC celebrated a memorable victory as the win helped the side to qualify for the next round of the championship.
DBISC received a cash prize of Rs 75,000 along with the winners' trophy.
The closing ceremony was attended by former international footballer Bidhan Das, Rajasthan Royals Executive Chairman Ranjit Borthakur, Bolin Bordoloi, son of Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi, Devajit Saikia, Chairman of the organising committee, and Paresh Chandra Das, Tournament Director.
PHOTO CAPTION: DBISC team with the trophy.