Pegasus, Gryphons claim basketball titles at IDAK–KDD Sports Championship

The captain of a winning team receives a trophy.

KUWAIT CITY, Oct 18: The Indian Dentists’ Alliance in Kuwait (IDAK), in association with KDD, continued its IDAK–KDD Sports Championship 2026–27 with an action-packed basketball event featuring Team Pegasus, Team Sphinx and Team Gryphons. Players, families and supporters came together in a celebration of sporting excellence, teamwork and camaraderie.

The event opened with the men’s basketball clash between Team Pegasus and Team Sphinx, setting the stage for an afternoon of spirited competition. The excitement continued with the Ladies’ Basketball Free-Throw competition, where participants demonstrated accuracy, focus, and composure through successive rounds.

The men’s final rekindled the rivalry between Pegasus and Sphinx. Delivering a dominant performance, Team Pegasus, led by Dr. Bobby Joseph Thomas, secured the title with a convincing victory over Team Sphinx, captained by Dr. Faraaz Khan, who finished as runners-up. In the ladies’ free-throw category, Team Gryphons, led by Dr. Amrita Geevarghese, took the championship, with Team Pegasus, led by Dr. Anjana C Nair, securing the runners-up position.

The matches were officiated by Dr. Shyam, whose contribution ensured the smooth conduct of both competitions.

The prize distribution ceremony honoured the winning teams and standout performers. Dr. Shalin Anna Simon, President of IDAK, presented the Men’s Basketball Winners’ Trophy to Team Pegasus captain Dr. Bobby Joseph Thomas. Dr. Thomas presented the runners-up trophy to Team Sphinx captain Dr. Faraaz Khan, while Dr. Samit Mohanan presented the Men’s Best Player award to Dr. Neil Vincent Lewis.

In the Ladies’ Basketball Free-Throw category, Mr. Anand Harith, Manager – Business Systems at KDD, presented the Winners’ Trophy to Team Gryphons captain Dr. Amrita Geevarghese. Past President Dr. George P. Alex presented the runners-up trophy to Team Pegasus’s Dr. Anjana C Nair, and Dr. Asheel Mohammed presented the Women’s Best Player award to Evelyn Elizabeth Ninan.

Adding a family-friendly dimension to the event, the Kids’ Free-Throw competition gave young participants an opportunity to display their enthusiasm and basketball skills. Arnav Aneef emerged victorious and received the trophy from Dr. Rahul Puthalath.

With another successful event concluded, the IDAK–KDD Sports Championship 2026–27 continued to strengthen camaraderie among members and their families. The basketball court came alive with spirited competition and enthusiastic cheers, celebrating not only athletic achievement but also the values of teamwork, perseverance, and sportsmanship. The event further highlighted IDAK’s commitment to promoting fitness, fellowship, and a vibrant sporting culture, creating memorable experiences for all involved.