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Manipur U‑16s to Face Arunachal Pradesh in Vijay Merchant Trophy Plate at Dehradun (14‑16 Nov 2026)
✍️ BCCI
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 08:02 PM
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The Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh under‑16 cricket sides will meet in Dehradun from 14 to 16 November 2026 as part of the Vijay Merchant Trophy Plate, according to the BCCI.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has confirmed that the under‑16 teams of Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh will contest a three‑day match in Dehradun from 14 to 16 November 2026. The fixture forms part of the Plate group of the Vijay Merchant Trophy, the premier national tournament for junior cricketers.
Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand, has been selected as the venue for this encounter, providing a neutral ground for the two northeastern states. The Plate group typically features emerging teams, offering them valuable exposure to competitive cricket and a platform to showcase young talent.
The BCCI’s schedule aims to promote grassroots development across all regions, and the Manipur‑Arunachal clash underscores its commitment to expanding the game’s reach in the northeast. Officials from both state associations will be present to oversee the match and assess player performances for future selections.
No further details on team line‑ups or match outcomes have been released at this stage. The tournament continues to run across various venues, with the Dehradun fixture marking a key meeting in the Plate series.
Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand, has been selected as the venue for this encounter, providing a neutral ground for the two northeastern states. The Plate group typically features emerging teams, offering them valuable exposure to competitive cricket and a platform to showcase young talent.
The BCCI’s schedule aims to promote grassroots development across all regions, and the Manipur‑Arunachal clash underscores its commitment to expanding the game’s reach in the northeast. Officials from both state associations will be present to oversee the match and assess player performances for future selections.
No further details on team line‑ups or match outcomes have been released at this stage. The tournament continues to run across various venues, with the Dehradun fixture marking a key meeting in the Plate series.