Cellular phone company showcases ICC Champions trophy

Chennai, Sep 13 (UNI) The cricket afficionados of this megapolis today had a chance to have a glimpse of the ICC Champions trophy to be held in India next month.

The Trophy was showcased by leading cellular service provider Hutch at the Spencer's Plaza in the city.

Valued at 20,000 dollars, the 8 kg trophy is 18 inches high and is 5.5 inches at its widest point.

It is crafted in solid silver and consists of a silver gilt cricket ball engraved with the world map. The ball is mounted on a trefoil of sterling silver curved panels that taper down to a lacquered wooden plinth. The front panel is engraved with the tournament title and logo.

Hutch CEO, Chenani and Tamil Nadu, Kumar Ramanathan, speaking on the occasion, said the showcasing of the trophy was part of the company's overall effort to make cricketing action more accessible to the customers and the cricketing fans in the city.

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