Teams of cricketers from across the state put their best foot forward at Kendall Flat last weekend to take part in the Bundy Spring Cricket League.
Organised by Bundy Blasters, an unregistered team from the Malayali community in Bundaberg, the event featured four local teams as well as others from Brisbane, Gold Coast, Toowoomba, Hervey Bay and Gladstone.
Member Bijumon Alex said it was the first tournament of its kind in the region and one that the Bundaberg Indian Malayali community were proud to be part of.
“The Malayali people are from Kerala, a state in southern India,” he said.
“For the past five years, these cricket enthusiasts have been playing hard tennis ball cricket locally and competing across Queensland.”
Bijumon Alex said this year’s event welcomed teams from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and was an opportunity to showcase the unique qualities that make Bundaberg special.
“Bundaberg is home to over 80 Malayali families, with at least one member from each family participating in this event, whether in coordinating, cooking, or playing,” he said.
“This event is not just about cricket; it’s a significant community gathering that everyone is excited about, particularly as it welcomes participants from other cities.”
About the Bundaberg Indian Malayali Association
Bijumon Alex said the active and vibrant group regularly held cultural and sports events to engage members and contribute positively to the wider community.
“Our cricket tournament has become a much-anticipated annual event, attracting participants and spectators from across Queensland,” he said.
“Council, along with the Bundaberg Cricket Association (BCA), has been instrumental in providing the cricket ground and the necessary facilities to ensure the success of the tournament.”
