Marked by intense excitement, rapid-fire attacks, and a flurry of goals, the final match of the handball tournament—organized to celebrate the auspicious occasion of 'Magha Wangyoi Poi' at Bandarban's Fatima Rani Mission ground—transformed into a vibrant festival.
In the battle for the championship, Marma Bazar XI and Jaditing Juba Sangha engaged in a fiercely contested, neck-and-neck duel. Ultimately, Marma Bazar XI emerged victorious, triumphing over Jaditing Juba Sangha with a score of 33-28.
The massive turnout of spectators and a colourful traditional dance performance by young women during the halftime interval added a unique dimension to the entire event. Following the match, distinguished guests handed over the prizes to the players of both teams.
The tournament had earlier been inaugurated by Member of Parliament for reserved women's seats, Madhabi Marma, by releasing sky lanterns. The day featured numerous memorable moments, from guests exchanging greetings with the players before kickoff to the referees blowing the whistle to signal the start of the much-anticipated title clash.
Throughout the match, players from both sides showed no intention of backing down. Jaditing Juba Sangha players made relentless attempts to breach the opponent's defense and find the net, leading to fierce battles for ball possession across the court. Players skillfully passed the ball to teammates to set up attacks, while Marma Bazar players thrilled the crowd by launching themselves mid-air to hurl the ball into the opponent's goal.
Spectators seated around the field thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the final's excitement as players sprinted at high speeds to break through defensive lines. Each successful goal sparked unbridled jubilation among the supporters. Amidst the competitive tension, referees consulted each other on the pitch regarding rules and decisions, issuing yellow cards for fouls when necessary.
The tournament concluded with a grand award ceremony, where players of Jaditing Juba Sangha received the runners-up trophy from the guests, and the champion team proudly collected their trophies and medals amidst thunderous applause.
