Anjuman I Islam Allana English School Clinches DSO U-14 State Championship

Mumbai, March 2024 – Anjuman I Islam Allana English High School has emerged victorious in the prestigious DSO U-14 Tournament, securing the City, District, and State titles under the expert guidance of Coach Kadir Patel and Coach Ghulam Parkar. The team showcased exceptional talent, resilience, and dominance throughout the tournament, with standout performances from rising star Aarav Yadav.

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.

City Finals: A Strong Start

In the DSO U-14 City Final, Anjuman I Islam Allana English High School faced Anjuman I Islam Urdu School in a high-intensity match. Anjuman Islam Urdu School batted first and posted 63 runs in 10 overs. Chasing the target with confidence, Anjuman I Islam Allana English High School secured a 6-wicket victory to qualify for the DSO District match.

District Match: A Quick Finish

Advancing to the DSO District stage, Anjuman I Islam Allana English High School went up against Mumbai Suburban in an intense 2-over match. Demonstrating aggressive batting, they chased down the total in just five balls, thanks to Aarav Yadav’s explosive 15 runs off 4 balls, securing their place in the DSO State Finals.

State Finals: Mumbai vs. Nagpur – A Commanding Victory

Representing Mumbai U-14 in the DSO State Final against Nagpur U-14, Anjuman I Islam Allana English High School put on a dominant performance. Batting first, they posted a formidable total of 143 runs in 15 overs.

Aarav Yadav was the star of the innings, smashing 75 runs off just 32 balls, including 6 fours and 6 sixes.

Laxman Prasad Vishwakarma provided strong support, scoring 40 runs in 20 balls with 6 fours and 2 sixes.

Defending the total, Mumbai U-14’s bowling attack was relentless. Aarav Yadav once again made an impact, taking 2 crucial wickets in 3 overs, ensuring a comfortable victory. With this win, Anjuman I Islam Allana English High School was crowned the DSO U-14 State Champions.

Selected Players for Maharashtra U-14 National Team
1. Aarav Sanee Yadav
2. Vedant Mahesh Kadu
3. Mohammad Aafi Jalis Shaikh
4. Laxmanprasad Durgaprasad Vishwakarma

These rising stars played a crucial role in Anjuman I Islam Allana English High School triumphant DSO U-14 campaign, where they won the City, District, and State Championships. Their exceptional performances have now earned them the prestigious opportunity to compete at the national level, showcasing Maharashtra’s cricketing talent on a bigger stage.

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.