
Sona Premier League (SPL) 2026 | Sportsmanship, Leadership & Learning
Sona Premier League (SPL) 2026
A Celebration of Sportsmanship, Leadership, and Learning Beyond the Classroom
The Sona Premier League (SPL) 2026, a flagship inter-disciplinary cricket tournament, was successfully organized by the Sona School of Business & Management, a unit of Sona College of Technology, from 28 January to 30 January 2026 at the Sona Playground. The three-day sporting event brought together students from diverse academic streams, offering a unique platform that blended competitive sports with experiential learning.
Background and Vision
SPL was conceptualized with the vision of promoting holistic student development by integrating sports, leadership, teamwork, and strategic thinking beyond academic boundaries. The tournament aimed to foster collaboration among students from MBA, Engineering, Arts & Science, Diploma, and medical disciplines , thereby encouraging inclusivity and cross-disciplinary interaction.
One of the distinguishing features of SPL 2026 was its auction-based team selection process, inspired by professional league formats. This innovative approach enhanced students’ exposure to real-time decision-making, team strategy, valuation, and leadership under pressure.
Tournament Structure and Participation
The league featured 10 teams, each comprising players selected through the auction process. The tournament followed a league format, ensuring equal participation, competitiveness, and fair play. Matches were conducted over three days with enthusiastic participation from players and spectators alike.
Participating Teams
- Sona Super Kings
- Sona Strikers
- Sona Falcon
- Sona Stars
- Sona Defenders
- Sona Thunder
- Sona Royals
- Sona Knight Riders
- Sona Warriors
- Sona Phoenix
Leadership and Institutional Support
The successful execution of SPL 2026 was made possible through the unwavering support and encouragement of the institution’s leadership. The organizing team expresses its sincere gratitude to:
- Sri C. Valliappa, Chairman, Sona Institutions
- Mr. Thyagu Valliappa, Vice Chairman, Sona Institutions
- Dr. Senthilkumar S. R. R., Principal, Sona College of Technology
- Dr. Khadhar Navaz, Principal, Sona Arts & Science College
- Dr. Kanagaraj, Principal, Thiagarajar Polytechnic College
Organizing Team
The event was meticulously planned and coordinated with the dedicated efforts of the academic and organizing team:
- Dr. M. Venu Gopal, Dean – MBA
- Dr. Anjani P. K., Head of the Department – MBA
- Mr. Saravanan, SPL Coordinator
- Faculty Members, Department of MBA
- Physical Education Director – Ms. Anita, Mr. Sridhar, and Mr. Sowndar
Their collective commitment ensured discipline, professionalism, and a high standard of event management throughout the tournament.
Sponsors and Industry Support
SPL 2026 received generous support from sponsors and partners, whose contributions were instrumental in enhancing the scale and quality of the event.
Event Sponsor: Sona Centre for Advanced Learning & Entrepreneurship
Title Sponsor: Varma Construction
Co-Sponsors: R & M Property Developers, Paravasa Ulagam – Amusement Park, Suresh Contractor
Apparel Sponsor: Sona Star
Trophy Sponsor: Padmavathy Trophy Gallery
Associate Sponsors: Lena Digital Studio, ANS Swarnapuri, Polar Bear, 90 Degree Pride Homes Pvt. Ltd., Valli & Co., Aasife Briyani – Namakkal
Friendly Sponsors: JP Crackers, Sri Gupta Sweets, Anantha Marketing, SM Builders, New Sabarinath Stationaries, RDS – The Wings People, WIN Star Digital Signs, Auto Care 24, Sri Krishna Sports
Stage Décor Sponsor: New Golden Adorners
Health Care Sponsor: Aishwaryam Speciality Hospital
Highlights and Outcomes
- High levels of student engagement and participation across disciplines
- Development of leadership, coordination, resilience, and strategic thinking
- Promotion of sportsmanship and healthy competition
- Hands-on learning through auction-based team formation and league management
Winners of SPL 2026
Champions: Sona Super Kings
Runners-up: Sona Royals
Overview
Sona Premier League 2026 was not merely a cricket tournament—it was a comprehensive learning experience that reinforced the values of teamwork, leadership, discipline, and holistic education . The event stands as a testament to Sona College of Technology’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals through meaningful extracurricular initiatives.
The institution looks forward to organizing many more such impactful events that continue to inspire students and strengthen campus culture.




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