The tournament, titled Maharishi Maitri Cricket Series-6, replaces English cricket terms with Sanskrit expressions. When a batter hits a four, commentators announce “Chatushkam.” A six draws loud cheers of “Shatkam” from loudspeakers. This Sanskrit commentary has delighted spectators and gone viral online.

The matches take place at Ankur Sports Ground in Bhopal. The Parshuram Kalyan Board and Vedic Brahmin Youth Sports Welfare Committee jointly organised the event. Organisers aim to promote Sanskrit, Sanatan culture, and social harmony through sports.

This year, 27 teams from across the country have joined the competition. All players follow traditional attire rules. Every announcement, decision, and commentary uses Sanskrit only. Spectators enjoy both competitive cricket and a cultural learning experience.

Pandit Vishnu Rajoriya said the tournament presents an Indian expression of a global sport. He added that students of Sanskrit and members of the Brahmin community participate actively. The winning team will receive a cash prize of ₹21,000.

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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee also wished people on social media. She shared a new Puja song composed by her. Mahalaya begins Devi Paksha, a 10-day celebration leading up to Durga Puja. The festival celebrates Goddess Durga’s victory over demon king Mahishasura.

In West Bengal, people traditionally listen to ‘Mahishasura Mardini’, a pre-dawn broadcast of hymns invoking the Goddess. Tarpan rituals are performed at rivers to honour ancestors. Preparations for Durga Puja begin in earnest after Mahalaya. Sculptors paint the eyes of Devi Durga in a ritual known as ‘Chokhhu Daan’, marking the festival countdown.

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