16th VARINDIA IT-CUP : ALIGNING CORPORATE VISION WITH ATHLETIC EXCELLENCE

The 16th edition of the VARINDIA IT Cup Cricket Tournament 2026 once again reaffirmed its position as a flagship corporate sporting event that goes far beyond the boundaries of the cricket field. More than just a competition, the tournament served as a powerful platform for fostering camaraderie, collaboration, and community engagement within India’s corporate IT ecosystem.

Designed as a Corporate Cricket League, the VARINDIA IT Cup offered professionals an opportunity to step away from their daily work routines and showcase their sporting talent. Held over multiple weekends, the tournament provided a refreshing break from the corporate grind, enabling participants to unwind, recharge, and build stronger interpersonal bonds. The spirit of healthy competition on the field translated into meaningful networking and teamwork off it, reinforcing shared values that extend well into the workplace.

The 2026 edition witnessed enthusiastic participation from 12 leading enterprises, including CSM Technologies, CureBay, E Square System & Technologies, ESSPL, Incture, Inovaare Cloud, Nisum Technologies, Polosoft, Startek, TCS, and Wipro. The event also received strong institutional support from the Odisha Computer Application Centre (OCAC) and the IT Department, underscoring the growing recognition of sports as a vital contributor to employee engagement and workplace morale.

Matches were held on January 3rd, 4th, 10th, and 11th, culminating in high-energy semi-finals between Wipro vs Inovaare Cloud and TCS vs ESSPL on January 11th. The tournament concluded with a thrilling finale that showcased skill, strategy, and teamwork at its best. Team Inovaare Cloud emerged as the Champions, displaying consistent dominance throughout the tournament, while TCS secured the Runner-Up position after a commendable performance.

Individual excellence was equally celebrated, with Mr. Abhishek Sahoo of Inovaare Cloud being named Man of the Seriesfor his outstanding all-round contribution, which played a pivotal role in his team’s success.

At its core, the VARINDIA IT Cup Cricket Tournament exemplifies the true spirit of sportsmanship in the corporate world. It highlights how sports can bridge organizational boundaries, nurture discipline and mutual respect, and create a vibrant, connected professional community. As VARINDIA looks ahead to future editions, the tournament continues to stand as a testament to the power of sport in strengthening collaboration, wellness, and unity across the IT industry.

WINNERS OF 14TH VARINDIA IT CUP 2026 - TCS	14TH VARINDIA IT CUP 2026 - MAN OF THE SERIES - MR. ABHISHEK SAHU, INNOVARE CLOUD	14TH VARINDIA IT CUP 2026 - TOURNAMENT UMPIRE - MR. SUSHANT DASH, OCA	14TH VARINDIA IT CUP 2026 -RUNNER UP TEAM - INNOVARE CLOUD