Aviation Premier League Finals: Customs Challengers Crowned Champions

Under the leadership of Shri Deepak Pandit, a former IRS officer, the Custom Challengers team delivered an outstanding performance, winning all their matches and claiming the championship title. A veteran cricketer who has represented J&K in the Ranji Trophy, Deepak Pandit showcased his skills even in his 60s, bowling during the powerplay and taking two crucial wickets.

The highly anticipated Aviation Premier League Finals at MCA BKC delivered an exciting contest between DFS Daredevils and Customs Challengers in a high-intensity 10-over match.

DFS Daredevils, winning the toss, opted to bat first but faced stiff resistance from the Customs Challengers’ bowling attack. The Daredevils managed to post a total of 73/8 in their allotted 10 overs. The star of the bowling attack was Rahul Pahariya from Customs Challengers, who delivered a match-winning performance, claiming 4 wickets in just 2 overs while conceding only 6 runs. His exceptional bowling spell restricted the Daredevils from putting up a formidable total.

In response, Customs Challengers chased down the target with ease, reaching 74 in just 8.3 overs to claim the prestigious Aviation Premier League title. With this dominant performance, the Customs Challengers showcased their all-round superiority throughout the tournament.

Rahul Pahariya – The Match-Winner

Rahul Pahariya’s stunning performance with the ball made all the difference in the game. His precise line and length dismantled the DFS Daredevils’ batting order, ensuring a comfortable chase for his team. His efforts earned him the Man of the Match award, further cementing his impact on the final.

Best Performers of the Tournament

Apart from Rahul Pahariya’s brilliance in the final, other standout players throughout the tournament were:

Best Batsman of the Tournament: Parag Khanapurkar (Customs Challengers) – Consistently delivered match-winning knocks, playing a key role in Customs Challengers’ road to the title.

Best Bowler of the Tournament: Rahul Pahariya (Customs Challengers) – His disciplined bowling attack made him the tournament’s most dangerous bowler.

Man of the Tournament: Yash Chavan (Customs Challengers) – Showcased all-round excellence and played a crucial role in his team’s triumph.

With this victory, the Customs Challengers etched their name in the history of the Aviation Premier League, displaying an outstanding team effort and individual brilliance. The tournament concluded on a high note, celebrating exceptional cricketing talent and sportsmanship at MCA BKC.