PARIKSHIT VALSANGKAR (4/10)
In the match between New Hind Sporting Club and Sainath SC at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, New Hind managed to defend a low scoring total of 91 runs restricting Sainath SC to 73 all out in 19 over. Parikshit Valsangkar was the most impressive of the lot coming up with excellent bowling figures of 4/10 in 4 overs including one maiden representing New Hind SC. Youngster Akshat Jain was also impressive in the match as he scored 55 off 38 balls from Bhatnagar Team.
ANGKRISH RAGHUVANSHI (65*)
In the match between Parkophene Cricketers vs Apollo CC at Parsee Gymkhana Ground, Apollo CC Chasing 128 won the match by 7 wickets courtesy a solid 65* off 54 balls by youngster Angrkish Raghuvanshi. Angkrish’s unbeaten half century included 10 boundaries.
SHIVAM DUBE (69*)
In the match between Karnatak Sporting Assn and Bhatnagar Sports Club at MCA Stadium, Karnatak SA scored 200/7 in 20 overs with Ramanpreet (51) and and Shivam Dube scoring half centuries. Shivam top scored for his team scoring 69 off 41 balls which included 7 fours and 4 sixes. Karnatak SA eventually won that match by 66 runs.
Jayesh Pokhare (79*)
In the match between Parsee Gymkhana and and SPG at Parsee Gymkhana Ground, Parsee Gymkhana scored 185/7 courtesy an unbeaten half century by Shams Mulani (51* off 31 balls). Shivaji Park Gymkhana could only managed 154/6 in reply but it was Jayesh Pokhare who top scored in the match with a hard fought knock of 79 runs off 50 balls, a knock which included 6 sixes!
Aman Khan (60*)
Chasing 142 vs Sind Sports Club at MCA BKC Ground, DY Patil won the match in a commanding manner with more than 6 overs to spare and 7 wickets in hand. The man who proved to be the destroyer for Sind SC was hard hitter Aman Khan smashing an unbeaten 60* off 27 balls at a strike rate of 222.20 alongwith 7 sixes.
Cricket legends and experts across India and Pakistan concur that team India are firm favorites against team Pakistan in the T20 World Cup
Noida: October 22, 2021: Cricketing legends and experts both in India and Pakistan are of the opinion that India has a huge advantage over Pakistan in the iconic clash between the two teams on
October 24, 2021 in the upcoming T20 World Cup in UAE. Commenting on India’s chances, during an interview for ABP News’ ‘Vishwa Vijeta Dubai Conclave 2021’, one of India’s iconic captains and the current BCCI President, Sourav Ganguly said, “Yes there is a huge possibility of 13-0 happening and India extending their unbeaten streak against Pakistan in this World Cup. All the players in this Indian team are genuine match winners and fingers crossed, this team can finally end our 10 years wait of
winning a world cup.”
The conclave witnessed unanimity among top players of India and Pakistan that the Indian side will have a huge advantage in terms of talent, on-paper record, and its leadership. The following are the excerpts from the quotes of the legendry cricketers who participated in the ABP News’ ‘Vishwa
Vijeta Dubai Conclave 2021’. The mega on-ground conclave was held at the iconic Burj Plaza, amidst the towering backdrop of Burj Khalifa, in Dubai on October 17, 2021.
The full program will be aired on October 22 nd from 4 pm to 7 pm exclusively on ABP News and the portions of the conclave will be
aired as repeat telecast exclusively on ABP News on October 23rd and 24th .
When asked as to who they think has advantage in the upcoming clash between India and Pakistan on October 24, 2021, T-20 World Cup match?
Quotes of former Indian Cricketers
Kapil Dev: As a bowler, I want (Jasprit) Bumrah to rule the tournament. I want him to step forward, take the responsibility of taking wickets and winning the tournament for India, become the player of the tournament. Bumrah has got the X factor and he will be decisive in the India Pakistan game.
Mohammad Azharuddin: India versus Pakistan is always a big game, there is much hype and anticipation that is built around the game. I would say India are clear favourites as they have just come out playing a competitive IPL in the same venues so they would have an edge over Pakistan.
Dinesh Karthik: I will go with India as the firm favourites to win the game. India is easily the more talented side and the players look like in the right frame of mindset going into the big match.
Quotes of former Pakistan Cricketers
Younis Khan: When you have a player like MS Dhoni in the dressing room, as an opponent you always dread that. Even before in our games, Dhoni has been a big factor, he has the ability to calm the environment and in a high-pressure game that is a huge bonus. Dhoni has won many titles and
as a mentor he will be a huge plus for India in the World Cup.
Younis Khan: From Pakistan point of view, I am hoping that 5-0 record in T20 world cup will become 5-1. India Pakistan is a high-pressure match and only those who are able to deliver in such scenarios go on to become legends of the game.
Mohammad Amir: Virat Kohli is a legend, the way he keeps performing all the time, it is just amazing. India Pakistan match is always high-pressure and. Virat knows how to deliver under pressure. The participating experts also spoke about the absence of bilateral cricketing ties between India and
Pakistan. They expressed hope that with Imran Khan, Pakistan PM, at the helm, the resumption of cricketing ties between the two countries would take place sooner than later.
The discussions also touched upon Virat Kohli’s decision to quit captaincy, and how will it impact the Indian cricket team. Furthermore, the panelists praised MS Dhoni for taking up mentor’s role of the Indian team for the T20 World Cup. One of the sessions also covered how Indian Batting can
withstand Pakistani bowling attack and how it will decide the Oct 24 th clash outcome.
ABP News organized a star-studded cricket conclave ‘Vishwa Vijeta Dubai Conclave 2021’ in the lead up to the T20 World Cup in the UAE. The mega on-ground conclave was held at the iconic Burj Plaza, amidst the towering backdrop of Burj Khalifa, in Dubai on October 17, 2021. ABP News’ first ever
international cricket conclave set into motion the much-anticipated encounter between arch-rivals India and Pakistan on the 24 th of October at the T20 World Cup.
The star-studded panel discussions included legendary cricketers from India and Pakistan who shared their playing experiences while analyzing the historic nature of this contest. The Indian side was represented by India’s World Cup winning captain, Kapil Dev along with Mohammad
Azharuddin, Dinesh Karthik (member 2007 T20 WC Winning Team) and Atul Wassan. The Pakistani side included Aaqib Javed, Mohammad Amir, Younis Khan (Pakistan’s 2009 T20 WC Wining Captain) and legendary batsman Zaheer Abbas. Former Indian Captain and current BCCI President,
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The conclave was the first such initiative by ABP News and highlighted its increasing focus in promoting sports. The network has made significant investments in expanding its sports coverage, as highlighted by its recent live streaming of the PGTI golf tournament and the prestigious JP Atrey
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Parsee Gymkhana after being put to bat first at the iconic Wankhede Stadium posted a total of 208/5 in 20 overs. The top order performed well with most of them chipping in with 20’s and 30’s while skipper Vikrant Auti top scoring with 49 runs off 35 balls. All-rounder Parag Khanapurkar coming in at no.5 was the 2nd highest scorer smashing a game changing knock of 47 runs in mere 23 balls, a knock which included 2 fours and 5 sixes at a strike rate of 204.35.
Parag who has batted at no.6 & 7 in the first 3 games finally seems to be pouncing upon the opportunity as he now has 126 runs facing only 57 deliveries so far in the Talim Shield Tournament with a batting average of 31.00. Parag has smashed 12 sixes in those 57 balls faced apart from taking 7 wickets too.
Mumbai Police Gymkhana in reply gave a good fight however they fell short by 16 runs managing 194/7 in 20 overs. Opener Kaustubh Pawar brought up his successive half century scoring 62 off 38 balls. From the bowlers, it was Anjdeep Lad with 3/8 being the best bowler from Parsee Gymkhana.
Result: Parsee Gymkhana won the match by 16 runs.
Scorecard link: https://www.pitchvision.com/#/pvm/135400
Played at the Rotary Public School, Gurgaon, OP Arena Sports Academy batting first posted a gigantic total of 485/10 in 83.1 overs. With a good top order start Ishaan Jha and Pranjal Singh scoring half centuries, the stage was all set for Aarush Malhotra who went on to score a stunning double hundred coming at no.4. Aarush counter attacked the bowlers with absolute ease as he scored 201 off mere 149 balls smashing 23 fours and 12 sixes. Aarush was well supported by Himanshu Pandey (78 runs) with whom he stitched a 177 run stand for the 4th wicket.
CRD Cricket Club in reply were all out for 281 runs with Himanshu Pandey being the pick of the lot with 4 wickets. The match ended in a draw (OP Arena Sports Academy won the match on 1st innings lead)
Scorecard link:
https://cricheroes.in/scorecard/2347767/individual/Op-Arena-Sports-Acafemy-vs-Crd-Cricket-Club
In a tense & thrilling last ball finish Payyade Sports beat host MIG CC by 3 wickets to reach the finals of Talim Shield. Batting first MIG scored 152 for 7 in their stipulated 20 overs where in Siddharth Chitnis top scored with 45.
Pardeep Sahu bowled a splendid spell of 3 overs taking 2 crucial wickets for 13 runs to put MIG innings on the back foot. Pardeep was ably supported by Atif Attarwala who finished with 3 for 37 being the pick of the lot. Left arm pacer Atif has been amongst the wickets in Talim Shield with 9 scalps in 5 games so far.
In chase of target, Payyade were 48 for 4, before Pardeep Sahu & Sagar Mishra put on a game changing partnership of 68 runs. Sahu top scored with 41 runs while Sagar Mishra scored 29. In the end it was Rohan Raje & Atif Attarwala who hit critical boundaries to win the cliffhanger. Rohan Raje the experienced campaigner did it again for Payyade. When 2 runs were required off last ball, Raje hit last ball to square leg for boundary as Payyade entered the finals. Atharva Ankolekar finished with 3 wickets.
Played at the iconic MIG Cricket Ground in Bandra, Utpal Warriors after opting to bat first scored a healthy total on board notching up 194/5 in 20 overs. Kalpesh Mehta at no.3 remained unbeaten scoring 50* off 33 balls while it was Sadanand Poojari who proved to be the game changer coming in at no.6. Sadanand counter attacked the bowlers en-route his impressive 64 off 30 balls, a knock which included 10 fours and 2 sixes. Sadanand and Kalpesh also stitched a brilliant 104 run stand for the 5th wicket helping their team reach a healthy total.
Roaring Lions chasing 196 certainly felt the pressure of chasing as they could only manage 141/9 in 20 overs with Sundaresh S top scoring with 61 runs off 35 balls. From the bowlers, Ajay Jain with 2/15 in 3 overs was the pick of the lot.
Result: Utpal Warriors won by 54 runs
Scorecard link: http://jfsc.in/match_details.php?match_id=236505&team_id=112216&tab=scorecard
Played at the Babu Rao Sagar Cricket Ground (2), SKN Cricket Academy opting to bat first scored 205/6 in 50 overs with skipper Alankrit top scoring for his team coming at no.3. Alankrit scored 95 runs off 124 balls which included 10 boundaries. From the bowlers, Shaik Haji with 2/20 in 6.3 overs was the pick of the lot.
Chasing 206, G Prem (72 runs off 95 balls) and Skipper Aryan Reddy stitched 118 runs for the 1st wicket creating a positive momentum for the chase. Aryan who has been in excellent form throughout the season notched up yet another half century scoring a quickfire 65 off 57 balls laced with 10 boundaries. It was on the back of two solid half centuries by the AV Academy openers, their team won the match by 4 wkts and almost 15 overs to spare.
Aryan Reddy now has nearly 300 runs and 19 wickets in 6 HCA Matches this season apart from scoring heavily in practice games.
Scorecard link:
https://cricheroes.in/scorecard/2362142/individual/SKN-Cricket-Academy-1-vs-Av-Academy-2021
Played at NL Complex Cricket Ground in Dahisar, Vignaharta CC after being put to bat first were all out for a modest total of 123/10 in 17.3 overs. Opener Vishal Sharma top scored with 51 runs while the rest of the batters found it difficult to get going. From the bowlers, Rohit Shukla with 3/24 was the pick of the lot.
Chasing 124, NL Boys made the total look like a cakewalk chasing it down in mere 10.5 overs and winning the match by 9 wickets. Openers Ronak Mehta (38*) and Saiprasad stitched a match winning 92 run partnership for the 1st wicket. Opener Saiprasad Naidu went all guns blazing smashing an impressive 58 off 28 balls, an innings which included 4 fours and 5 sixes steering his team towards a commanding win.
Result: NL BOYZ won by 9 wickets
Scorecard Link: https://cricheroes.in/scorecard/2318340/Dahisar-Premium-League-Season-2021/Vighnaharta-C.-C.-vs-N-L-BOYZ
Played at MIG Cricket Ground in Vidyavihar, JNS Mustangs opting to bat first scored a hefty total of 235/3 in 20 overs. Opener Karan Jain top scored for his team with a brilliant knock of 105 runs in mere 59 balls, a knock which included 18 fours and 1 sixes with a strike rate of close to 178.00. Karan was well supported by Rahul Sugand who scored an equally quickfire knock of 75* in 34 balls laced with 13 fours and a six.
Chasing 236 in a T20 match is quite difficult and the pressure was certainly riding high on Petit Panthers team. However, their opener Sarfaraz Jumani (116*) and Naved Sharif (92*) stitched a match winning stand of 200+ runs for the 4th wicket which turned the game in their favor. Both the players took on the bowlers with pure carnage while they also absorbed the pressure smashing 10 sixes and 22 fours between them. Sarfaraz took mere 53 balls to score his 116* while Naved scored a 49 ball 92* to push their team towards a memorable win by 7 wickets and 1.1 over to spare.
Watch the Match on Youtube: https://youtu.be/LsYuac5Ndk8
Scorecard link: http://jfsc.in/match_details.php?match_id=236166&team_id=113882&tab=scorecard
Saturday 17 Oct 2021 – T20 played at Sonale Cricket Ground, Bhiwandi.
Tournament Name: Enthusiasts Sports Premiere League Edition IV -2020-21
Hosted by: Enthusiasts Sports and Welfare Association
Participating teams: 4
Finals played between: ESWA-SRs Veterans Vs Cosmos 11
A well fought half century by Niranjan Paradkar on a challenging surface helped ESWA -SRs veterans to bag the 4th Edition of “Enthusiasts Sports Premiere League”. ESWA-SRs Veterans were undefeated in the tournament and were facing Cosmos 11 in the finals. Both teams looked at par during start of the tournament with Veterans favorite to win the tournament featuring experience players like Gaurav Bengre, Vaibhav Mali and Rahul Sawant in the team.
Winning the toss ESWA Veterans elected to bat on a slow and spinning track. There were jitters in the Veterans camp as they lost very quick wickets and were struggling at 48/5 in 10th. On occasion it looked like the team will bundle out for score lower than 100. It took an excellent, gritty performance from Niranjan Paradkar 58(42) to bail out the Veterans and put up a fighting total of 132/10 on this tricky wicket. Rahul Shetty was the second-best scorer from Veterans with 23(23).
Bhushan Talawadekar was pick of the bowlers from Cosmos 11 who gave miserly 11 runs in 4 overs bagging first 3 crucial top order wickets. Mohd Riyaz, Suyog Rane and Hardik Kurangale bagged 2 wickets each to stop the march the mighty Veterans. The match was evenly poised at end of first innings and Veterans sniffing humiliating upset in finals. However, the experienced and accurate bowling from Veterans spoiled the upset plan from Cosmos 11. Cosmos11 failed to hold on to the opportunity of capitalizing on low sore and put pressure on Veterans bowlers. Pacer Gaurav Bengre showed his class by bagging wicket on the very first ball of the 2nd innings and very next ball scalped the blue-eyed boy of Cosmos 11 and profilic scorer of the tournament Mohd Riyaz for a duck. Riyaz fell into the well-planned trap of Gaurav and got caught at midwicket trying to pull on a steep bouncer.
Post that Cosmos 11 never looked to be in chase as Rahul Shetty broke into the middle order bagging 4 wickets for 20 in 3.5 overs. Lone fight was put up by Bhushan Talawdekar with his cameo innings of 39 (22) balls with wickets tumbling at another end. Sameer Rane was the second-best scorer in Cosmos 11 scoring 27(35). Cosmos 11 were bowled out for 84 in 16th Over claiming the runner up trophy in this well fought tournament.
Man of the Match in Finals : Niranjan Paradkar 58(42)
Best Performers of the Tournament
Man of the Series: Mohd Riyaz – 4 Innings – Scored 284 Runs – Avg of 94.67, SR: 218.46; Bagged 2 wickets.
Best Batsman: Mohd Riyaz
Best Bowler: Vaibhav Mali: 3 Innings – 9 wickets, Economy of 4.25, Avg of 5.67
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