Walton sponsors DRU Media Cup Cricket Tournament

Walton has become a sponsor of the Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) Media Cup Cricket Tournament, continuing its longstanding support for sports in Bangladesh. The leading electronics and technology product manufacturer is jointly sponsoring the competition with Labaid. The “Labaid-Walton Media Cup Cricket Tournament 2026” will begin at Paltan Outer Stadium in Dhaka on Monday, November 9.

Details of the tournament were announced at a press conference at the DRU office on Saturday, November 7.

DRU President Abu Saleh Akon, General Secretary Mynul Hasan Sohel and Sports Secretary Omar Faruque Rubel attended the briefing. Also present were Rabiul Islam Milton, Senior Additional Executive Eirector of Walton Group’s Marketing and Communications department, and Masud Ahmed, chief business officer of the Business Development Department at Labaid Cancer Hospital.

A total of 48 media teams will compete in the tournament, comprising 23 daily newspapers, 17 television channels and 8 online news outlets. Participating teams will receive jerseys, drinking water and match fees for each game.

The champions will receive Tk 30,000 and the runners-up Tk 20,000. The player of the final will be awarded a crest and Tk 3,000, while a player-of-the-match award will be presented in every game.

“Walton has long supported sports at different levels in Bangladesh. From international competitions to domestic events, we have sought to help players develop their talent and create more opportunities to participate in sports,” said Rabiul Islam Milton.

“Our association with DRU also spans many years and includes various sporting and other events. Such tournaments offer journalists a welcome opportunity for recreation amid their demanding professional schedules and strengthen bonds among colleagues. We are delighted to be part of the DRU Media Cup Cricket Tournament once again.”

DRU leaders thanked Walton and Labaid for supporting the organisation. They said the tournament rules and fixtures would be shared with participating teams.

Walton regularly sponsors cricket, football and other sports across Bangladesh. Alongside supporting athletes, the company backs sporting events organised by professional bodies, with its sponsorship of the DRU Media Cup Cricket Tournament continuing that commitment.