Anjuman I Islam Allana English High School Secures a Convincing 7-Wicket Win Over Modern School

LIC, Cross Maidan – February 11, 2025 Anjuman I Islam Allana English High School delivered a dominant performance, defeating Modern School by 7 wickets in the MI Junior Inter School Cricket Tournament at LIC, Cross Maidan. The match was defined by exceptional bowling, with Adarsh Rajbhar leading the charge with a stellar four-wicket haul.

This remarkable achievement was made possible by the steadfast support of President Padmshree Dr. Zahir Kazi Sir, whose commitment has played a pivotal role in fostering a strong cricketing culture at the school. His vision and encouragement have been the driving force behind the team’s growth and success.

Additionally, the team’s accomplishments were fueled by the expert coaching of former Indian cricketer Ghulam Parkar and Kadir Patel, whose strategic insights have played a crucial role in shaping young talents.

Modern School Struggles to Post a Competitive Total

After winning the toss, Modern School elected to bat but struggled against a disciplined bowling attack. Their batting lineup collapsed, managing to score only 32 runs for 9 wickets in 16.4 overs.

The bowlers from Anjuman I Islam Allana English High School made run-scoring extremely difficult, keeping the pressure on from the very first over.

Bowling Performance (Anjuman I Islam Allana English High School):

Adarsh Rajbhar: 6 overs, 11 runs, 4 wickets

Abdurrahman Khan: 7 overs, 2 maidens, 13 runs, 3 wickets

Yuvan Sharma: 3.4 overs, 7 runs, 2 wickets

Adarsh Rajbhar was the pick of the bowlers, claiming 4 wickets for just 11 runs, playing a key role in dismantling the opposition. Abdurrahman Khan also impressed with 3 wickets, while Yuvan Sharma chipped in with 2 wickets to ensure Modern School never found momentum.

Anjuman I Islam Allana English High School Cruises to Victory

Chasing a modest target of 33 runs, Anjuman I Islam Allana English High School lost a few early wickets as Vivaan Jobanputra bowled a fiery spell, picking up 3 wickets. However, with such a small target, Anjuman comfortably reached 33/3 in 8.4 overs, sealing the victory with ease.

Bowling Performance (Modern School):

Vivaan Jobanputra: 3 overs, 1 maiden, 15 runs, 3 wickets

Man of the Match – Adarsh Rajbhar
For his match-winning spell of 4 wickets for 11 runs, Adarsh Rajbhar was named the Man of the Match. His outstanding bowling effort set the tone for his team’s dominant victory.

A School Committed to Sporting Excellence

Under the leadership of Principal Rizwana Satare,Anjuman I Islam Allana English High School  has consistently excelled in both academics and sports. The school prioritizes the growth of student-athletes by providing top-notch cricketing facilities, including bats, balls, pitches, and access to training grounds at Azad Maidan.

Pioneers of Cricket at Anjuman-I-Islam

The school’s cricketing success would not have been possible without the efforts of Abid Khan Sir and Vaheed Shaikh Sir, the driving forces behind its cricketing foundation. These two stalwarts initiated and built the cricketing culture atAnjuman I Islam Allana English High School , laying the groundwork for the school’s current dominance in Mumbai’s school cricket circuit. Today, they continue to play a crucial role as cricket coordinators, ensuring the program remains at the forefront of excellence.