Neel Devkhile Dominates MCA A with the spin in U-23 Shatkar Trophy Clash

 The U-23 Shatkar Trophy clash between MCA A and MCA D turned into a one-sided affair, with MCA D delivering a clinical all-round performance to register a commanding nine-wicket victory.

Batting first, MCA A were bowled out for 254 in 46 overs. While the total looked competitive on paper, MCA D’s bowling attack ensured there was no late surge. Left-arm orthodox spinner Neel Devkhile stood out with a disciplined spell, picking up 3 wickets in his 8 overs and applying constant pressure through the middle phase of the innings. He was well supported by Ashley D’Souza, who led the attack with 4 wickets in 10 overs, breaking MCA A’s backbone and restricting them to a manageable score.

Chasing 255, MCA D made the target look straightforward. Openers set the tone early, and there was no letting up after the initial burst. The highlight of the chase was a brilliant century from Pranay Kapadia, who played a mature and attacking knock of 103 off just 94 balls. His innings combined composure with intent, ensuring MCA D stayed ahead of the required rate throughout.

With wickets in hand and runs flowing freely, MCA D wrapped up the chase in just 35 overs, winning the match by 9 wickets and underlining their dominance in the contest.

The match not only showcased MCA D’s batting depth and bowling balance but also reinforced why performances like Devkhile’s continue to stand out in competitive tournaments like the U-23 Shatkar Trophy.