KOHIMA, OCT 8 (NPN): Kohima Highlanders retained the Men’s Open Basketball Trophy (MOBT) 2026 title after defeating Team Mystic Ballers (TMB) 108-75 in the final of the 7th edition of the tournament organised by Oriental College Kohima.
With the victory, Kohima Highlanders lifted the running trophy and received a cash prize of Rs. 50,000, while runners-up TMB received Rs. 30,000.
Keneizelhou Tale of Kohima Highlanders was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the tournament and received Rs. 5,000.
Addressing the valedictory programme, chief coordinator Chubanenla Imchen said the true spirit of sports lay not only in winning trophies but also in building discipline, respect, teamwork, leadership and friendship.
The programme was chaired by assistant professor Nito H. Khulu, while OCK chaplain Ketouneinuo Khro led the thanksgiving prayer, marking the conclusion of the tournament.
Kohima Highlanders retain MOBT title
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