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Tamil Nadu CM awards Washington Sundar Rs 75 lakh for Asian Games gold

The reward was handed over in Dubai following Sundar’s key role in India’s 19‑run victory over Pakistan.

By Felo News Desk · Published Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:52:21 GMT

Dubai – Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay presented a cash incentive of Rs 75 lakh (approximately Dh 286,000) to all‑rounder Washington Sundar on Oct 8, 2026, after the cricketer helped India secure the men’s cricket gold at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan.

Sundar’s performance in the final included two wickets for 29 runs in four overs, contributing to India’s 211/6 total and the 19‑run win over Pakistan. He also bowled three overs with one wicket in the semifinal against Sri Lanka.

Vijay had announced the reward on Oct 3, praising Sundar’s achievement as an inspiration for young athletes in Tamil Nadu. The ceremony also recognised G Kamalini, who received the same amount for her role in the women’s gold‑medal team.

Key facts

• Washington Sundar received Rs 75 lakh from Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay (gulfnews.com)
• Sundar took two wickets for 29 runs in the Asian Games final against Pakistan (gulfnews.com)
• The incentive was presented in Dubai on Oct 8, 2026 (gulfnews.com)

Sources

• [1] gulfnews.com — originally reported as “Washington Sundar Honored with Rs 7. 5 Million Reward by Tamil Nadu CM Vijay in Ceremony”