The unveiling of the trophies became a key moment during the inauguration ceremony in Chennai, in the presence of national and international dignitaries and players from 12 countries
Chennai: Vummidi Bangaru Jewellers (VBJ) recently associated with the SDAT Squash World Cup 2025 by designing and crafting the winners’ trophies. Twelve teams from five different continents competed for the title in the international mixed gender team squash tournament, held between December 9-14, 2025 in Chennai. When hosts India were crowned SDAT Squash World Cup champions at the Express Avenue Mall, Chennai, the VBJ-created winner’s trophy became the cynosure of all eyes and ensured high visibility for the brand.
While designing and crafting the trophies for the championship, VBJ drew on design references linked to sport and achievement. Each trophy features engraved elements depicting squash players, reflecting the physical and competitive aspects of the game. A globe crowns the structure, representing the global nature of the championship and the participation of teams from multiple countries. The unveiling of the trophies became a key moment during the inauguration ceremony, in the presence of national and international dignitaries.
Commenting on the trophies, Cyrus Poncha, Secretary General, Squash Rackets Federation of India (SRFI),that hosted the championship, said, “The SDAT Squash World Cup Chennai was a spectacular showcase of global squash. Crafted once again by VBJ, the magnificent gold-plated trophies were the centrepiece of the event – widely admired and praised by players and the World Squash leadership alike.”
Speaking on the association, Amarendran Vummidi, Managing Partner, VBJ, said, “We are honoured and delighted to be part of the world squash championship. Witnessing dignitaries and players from across 12 countries come together says a lot about the unifying power of sport.”
Adding to this, Jithendra Vummidi, Managing Partner, VBJ, said, “VBJ is privileged to design and craft the trophies for this prestigious championship. These awards are not merely trophies, they are a tribute to excellence, endurance and the unwavering spirit of champions.”
Established in 1900, Vummidi Bangaru Jewellershas served customers across generations and operates two stores in Chennai. The brand marked its international presence with the opening of a showroom in Dallas in October, 2023. VBJ had created the historic Sengol – made of over 100 sovereigns of gold- that was presented by Viceroy Lord Mountbatten to India’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, just before midnight on August 14, 1947, signifying the formal transfer of power from the British to the Indian government.It is now restored and installed in the new Parliament building.
With creations such as the SDAT Squash World Cup trophies, VBJ continues to honour its heritage while embracing purpose – creating not just jewellery and artefacts, but symbols that celebrate the finest expressions of human achievement.
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