Sheesh Mahal tourney from April 17

The annual All India Sheesh Mahal cricket tournament is one of the most popular cricket competitions in India. Some of the leading players representing top clubs in the country take part. The golden jubilee (50th) edition of the tournament will commence on April 17 next year and the final is scheduled for April 28 at the KD Singh Babu stadium in Lucknow. The tournament will be played on a league cum knock out basis and carries prize money of Rs 1,65,000. The last date for sending in entries is March 28. Details can be had from Askari Hasan, tournament secretary, Sheesh Mahal Cricket Club, 448 (121)-4-KA3, Nanak Nagar, Naipier Colony, Lucknow-3.