DADA’S Group of Companies Contributes G$100,000 to Demerara Cricket Board

According to Kaieteur News, Davendra Rampersaud, the Chairman and Founder of the DADAS Group of Companies, presented a G$100,000 contribution to the Demerara Cricket Board (DCB) to support its ongoing efforts in cricket development and providing opportunities for young people.

The presentation of the contribution occurred during a meeting with DCB representatives, where discussions also covered the significance of sport, community advancement, and establishing stronger routes for young Guyanese.

Rampersaud stated that sport serves as one of the most effective methods for cultivating discipline, confidence, teamwork, and leadership in youth. He added that cricket has historically united communities and offered young individuals something worthwhile to strive for, noting that as business leaders, they have a duty to back organizations that foster character, talent, and opportunity, describing the contribution as a modest but genuine expression of that commitment.

The DADA’S Group of Companies operates across sectors including real estate, healthcare, hospitality, and others, maintaining an increasing focus on practical community investment, youth development, and national progress.

This partnership is noted as another substantial boost for the tournament, which the DCB is organizing as part of its sustained efforts to promote cricket, engage corporate involvement, and offer meaningful chances for cricketers throughout Demerara.

The DCB expressed its gratitude to the management of DADA’s Group of Companies for the support, emphasizing that collaborations with the private sector are vital for the successful execution of competitions and the sustained growth of the sport at all levels.

The DCB T10 Fundraiser Tournament is slated to take place on Sunday, November 22, 2026, at the LBI Ground. The tournament is set to commence at 10:00 a.m. and continue into the evening under floodlights, featuring eight franchise teams competing for a first prize valued at G$1 million.

Admission to the event is set at G$1,000, with all revenue directed toward the development of boys’ and girls’ cricket at the grassroots level across Demerara. This initiative highlights the Board’s dedication to investing in the next generation of cricketers and reinforcing the game's foundation.

To promote homegrown talent and competitive balance, each franchise will be allowed a 15-player squad, which must include a minimum of 12 players from Demerara and a maximum of three players from outside the county. Furthermore, every franchise is required to feature at least two Under-19 players in its squad, with a minimum of one of those players needing to participate in the starting XI. These rules are intended to generate valuable opportunities for emerging cricketers and strengthen the pathway for youth development.

The DCB T10 Tournament is anticipated to deliver an engaging form of competitive cricket while uniting corporate Guyana, cricket supporters, and the broader community in support of the game's advancement.

The DCB encourages cricket enthusiasts, families, corporate sponsors, and the general public to attend and support this fundraising tournament. With eight franchises, a G$1 million first prize, and an exciting day of T10 cricket under floodlights, the event is expected to be a significant attraction on the local cricket calendar while contributing to the growth of the game in Demerara.