Despite ending on the losing side, Borivali Centre captain Arham Jain produced a fighting knock that stood tall in the Kalpesh Govind Koli Memorial Cricket Tournament clash against Churchgate Centre. His determined innings of 93 runs kept Borivali in the contest and showcased immense character under pressure.
Batting first, Borivali Centre were bowled out for 196 runs in their first innings. Leading from the front, skipper Arham Jain played a responsible and composed knock of 93 runs off 147 balls, smashing 8 fours and 4 sixes. While wickets kept falling at the other end, Arham held the innings together with patience and confidence, narrowly missing out on a well deserved century.
In reply, Churchgate Centre delivered a strong batting performance and posted 291 runs in their first innings, gaining a crucial first innings lead. Their batting lineup capitalized on key partnerships and managed to put Borivali Centre under pressure.
Coming out to bat again, Borivali Centre reached 82/5 by the end of the day’s play. With Churchgate Centre already securing the advantage through the first innings lead, they were declared winners of the match.
Although the result did not go in Borivali Centre’s favour, Arham Jain’s captain’s knock remained the biggest positive from the game. His grit, temperament, and ability to fight in difficult situations made his innings one to remember from the encounter.
A strong step forward for grassroots cricket has been announced as Go Strickers officially joins hands with Bright Future Cricket Academy in a partnership aimed at supporting and developing young cricketers with quality training equipment and better opportunities.
The collaboration brings exciting benefits for players at Bright Future Cricket Academy, who will now gain access to premium quality cricket bats, balls, and professional cricket gear through the support of Go Strickers. The academy believes this association will help players train in a more professional environment and continue improving their game with the right resources.
Known for nurturing young talent and focusing on player development, Bright Future Cricket Academy has consistently worked towards creating a strong platform for aspiring cricketers. With Go Strickers backing their vision, the academy is now set to take another important step in building future champions.
Speaking about the partnership, members of the academy expressed gratitude towards Go Strickers for supporting grassroots cricket and believing in the academy’s mission. The tie-up reflects a shared goal between both organizations to provide better training facilities, encourage young talent, and contribute positively to the future of cricket development.
This partnership is expected to create new opportunities for academy players and strengthen the cricketing journey of many upcoming stars in the years ahead.
The MCA age-group tournaments continue to unearth exciting young talent, and this time, several standout performers from Sanjeevani Cricket Academy made a strong impact across different competitions with match-winning performances under the guidance of coach Satish Samant.
In the prestigious Kalpesh Koli U-16 Tournament, talented left-arm spinner Shreyas Naik produced a superb bowling spell and claimed a memorable five-wicket haul against Churchgate Centre. Using his variations, flight, and control brilliantly, Shreyas kept the batters under pressure throughout the innings and played a major role in his team’s strong performance.
Another exceptional performance in the same tournament came from Tanay Kumar Mahansaria during the clash between Badlapur Centre and Thane Centre. Tanay produced a dominant all-round bowling display by picking up 4 wickets in the first innings followed by another 4 wickets in the second innings, finishing with a remarkable match haul of 8 wickets. His consistency and ability to strike at crucial moments proved to be the turning point of the game.
The success story continued in the U-19 Naren Tamhane Trophy where Kabir Nansi of Goregaon Centre showcased his bowling brilliance against Kandivali Centre. Kabir ripped through the batting lineup with a superb five-wicket haul, once again highlighting the strong bowling culture being developed at Sanjeevani Cricket Academy
In another U-19 Naren Tamhane Trophy encounter between Mumbra Centre and Badlapur Centre, Yuvraj Mali played a magnificent unbeaten knock of 100 runs off 127 balls. Displaying patience, maturity, and excellent shot selection, Yuvraj anchored the innings beautifully and guided his team with a captain’s knock under pressure.
The academy’s dominance was also visible in the U-14 MCA Summer Camp matches where Daniyal Qureshi of Vile Parle Centre delivered a sensational bowling performance against Kandivali Centre. Daniyal’s impressive five-wicket haul helped his side gain the upper hand and reflected his growing confidence as a young cricketer.
These consistent performances across multiple MCA tournaments underline the quality training and development structure at Sanjeevani Cricket Academy. Under the experienced guidance of coach Satish Samant, the academy continues to nurture talented young cricketers and prepare them for bigger opportunities in Mumbai cricket. With players delivering impactful performances in different age groups, Sanjeevani Cricket Academy is steadily building a reputation as one of the promising hubs for emerging cricket talent.
From the practice nets at Bright Future Cricket Academy to representing the nation on the international stage, coach Needa’s journey is now becoming an inspiration for every young cricketer dreaming big.
In a proud and emotional moment for the entire academy, Needa is currently representing India in Deaf Cricket against Sri Lanka, marking a remarkable milestone not only in personal achievement but also for the growing cricketing culture at Bright Future Cricket Academy.
Known for dedication, discipline, and passion towards the game, Needa has spent years mentoring young talents and helping budding cricketers improve both technically and mentally. From conducting intense training sessions to motivating players to push beyond their limits, Needa has played a vital role in shaping the next generation of cricketers at the academy.
Needa’s cricketing journey has been filled with remarkable achievements over the years. Representing Maharashtra in the National Cricket Championship, Needa has been part of the championship-winning side four times: • Maharashtra defeated Delhi in 2020
- Maharashtra defeated Uttar Pradesh in 2022
- Maharashtra defeated Delhi again in 2024
- Maharashtra defeated Delhi in 2025
Apart from team success, Needa has also earned several individual honours for outstanding performances on the field, including:
- Best Batwoman Award – 6 times
- Player of the Series – 3 times
- Player of the Match – 24 times
This achievement also reflects the vision and efforts of coach Mudassir Khan, whose continuous support and commitment towards developing quality cricketers at Bright Future Cricket Academy has helped create an environment where talent is nurtured with professionalism and belief. Under his guidance, the academy has consistently focused on giving players the right exposure, coaching, and confidence to dream at the highest level.
For the students training at the academy, seeing their own coach wear the Indian jersey is more than just a proud moment. It is proof that hard work, consistency, and dedication can truly take a player to the national stage.
The entire cricketing fraternity associated with Bright Future Cricket Academy is celebrating this special achievement and sending their best wishes to Needa for the series ahead.
Representing the country is always a matter of pride, and Needa’s journey will continue to inspire countless young cricketers to believe in their dreams and work relentlessly towards them.
Rising all-rounder Parth Chandan emerged as one of the standout performers of the Vasai Virar Premier League after delivering a series of match-winning performances for Sanjeevani Cricket Academy and eventually earning the prestigious Man of the Series award.
Parth showcased remarkable consistency throughout the tournament, making valuable contributions with both bat and ball and playing a crucial role in Sanjeevani Cricket Academy’s successful campaign. His fearless batting, combined with impactful spells with the ball, made him one of the most dependable performers of the season.
In the opening match against RS Group, Parth announced his arrival in style by smashing 57 runs in just 22 balls while also picking up 3 important wickets. He continued his dominant form in the second encounter against RS Group, where he played another explosive innings of 85 runs in 40 balls, putting the opposition bowlers under immense pressure.
The all-rounder once again stepped up during the high-pressure semi-final clash against Narangi Falcons 888, scoring a crucial 52 runs and taking 2 wickets to guide his side into the finals. In the summit clash against VIVA Prakriti, Parth delivered with the ball once again, claiming 3 wickets and helping his team maintain control in the big match
Overall, Parth Chandan finished the tournament with an impressive tally of 204 runs and 9 wickets, proving his value as a complete match-winner and one of the finest performers of the league. His performances reflected not only his talent but also the strong training environment and discipline at Sanjeevani Cricket Academy.
Parth trains under the guidance of coach Satish Samant, whose mentorship and support have played a key role in shaping the young cricketer’s development. The academy continues to produce talented players, and Parth’s outstanding tournament is another proud achievement for the Sanjeevani Cricket Academy setup.
The Thane Premier League 2026 came to a thrilling conclusion at Dadoji Kondadev Stadium as Boys Cricket Club produced a composed all-round performance to defeat Eknath Shinde Cricket Club and lift the championship trophy.
The final brought together two of the tournament’s most consistent teams, and the match lived up to expectations with momentum shifts, important partnerships, and disciplined bowling under pressure.
Boys Cricket Club post competitive total in the final
After winning the toss, Boys Cricket Club elected to bat first and managed to put up a fighting total of 179/9 in 20 overs.
The innings was anchored by Srujan Athawle, who played a crucial knock of 46 runs off 33 balls, while Jayy Jain added 41 off 26 balls, giving the innings early momentum. In the middle order, Dashrath Chavan chipped in with an important 39 off 27 balls, helping the team push towards a competitive total.
Eknath Shinde Cricket Club bowlers kept striking at regular intervals to prevent the score from going beyond reach. Mohit Avasthi took 4 wickets and Shashikant Kadam picked up 3 wickets, while the rest of the bowling unit contributed with disciplined spells.
Boys Cricket Club hold nerve to seal the title
Chasing 180 in a final was always going to require a strong start, but Boys Cricket Club bowlers ensured the pressure stayed firmly on Eknath Shinde Cricket Club throughout the innings.
Despite fighting knocks from Sairaj Patil, who scored 37 of 21 balls, and Sagar Mishra’s 45 off 34 balls, and Siddharth Mhatre scored 39* of 30 balls. Eknath Shinde Cricket Club kept losing wickets at crucial moments and never fully took control of the chase.
Boys Cricket Club stayed disciplined in the field and managed to contain the scoring in the latter half of the innings, eventually restricting Eknath Shinde Cricket Club to 169/9 in 20 overs.
With that, Boys Cricket Club sealed a memorable 10-run victory to become champions of the Thane Premier League 2026. Dashrath Chavan was named the Man of the Match for his contribution in the final.
Brief Scores
Final:
Boys Cricket Club – 179/9 (20 overs)
- Srujan Athawle 46 (33)
- Jayy Jain 41 (26)
- Dashrath Chavan 39 (27)
Eknath Shinde Cricket Club – 169/9 (20 overs)
- Sagar Mishra 45 (30)
- Sairaj Pati 37 (21)
- Siddharth Mhatre 39* (30)
Boys Cricket Club won by 10 runs
Man of the Match: Dashrath Chavan
From league-stage run fests to tense knockout clashes, the Thane Premier League 2026 delivered quality cricket throughout the tournament. The final perfectly summed up the competition big performances, pressure moments, and a team effort strong enough to earn Boys Cricket Club the title.
The tournament also recognized standout individual performances across the season. Anish Chaudhary was awarded the Best Batsman of the Tournament and also earned the prestigious Man of the Series award for his consistent performances throughout the Thane Premier League 2026. Meanwhile, Shashikant Kadam was named the Best Bowler of the Tournament for his impactful spells across the competition.
The Thane Premier League 2026 has officially found its finalists after an intense semi-final day at Dadoji Kondadev Stadium. Boys Cricket Club and Eknath Shinde Cricket Club held their nerve in contrasting contests to book their spots in the grand finale.
Boys Cricket Club chase confidently to enter the finals
The first semi-final between Boys Cricket Club and FTL XI turned into an entertaining contest filled with aggressive batting and a composed chase under pressure.
After winning the toss and choosing to bat, FTL XI posted a competitive total of 187/7. The innings saw useful contributions from Anil Ronanki, who scored 40 runs, while Vinay Kumwar remained unbeaten on 41, helping the team finish strongly. For Boys Cricket Club, Sahil Phegade and Shreyash Gurav picked up 2 wickets each, ensuring the total stayed within reach.
Chasing 188 in a knockout match is never easy, but Boys Cricket Club approached the innings with confidence and positive intent. The standout performance came from Jayy Jain, who played a match-winning knock of 71 runs off 40 balls, smashing 4 fours and 5 sixes to take control of the chase.
The innings ensured Boys Cricket Club crossed the target in just 17.3 overs, sealing a convincing 5-wicket victory and becoming the first team to enter the TPL 2026 final.
For his impactful innings under pressure, Jayy Jain was named Man of the Match.
Eknath Shinde CC dominate second semi-final
The second semi-final between Eknath Shinde Cricket Club and Union Cricket Academy turned out to be a one-sided affair dominated by Eknath Shinde CC’s bowling attack.
After winning the toss and opting to field, Eknath Shinde CC completely controlled the match from the very beginning. Union Cricket Academy struggled to build partnerships and were eventually bowled out for just 77 runs.
The bowling attack was led brilliantly by Shashikant Kadam, who picked up 3 wickets, while Vivek Shelar and Sagar Mishra claimed 2 wickets each, ensuring constant pressure throughout the innings.
Chasing a small target, Eknath Shinde Cricket Club completed the chase comfortably and secured their place in the finals without much trouble.
For his outstanding bowling spell in the high-pressure semi-final, Shashikant Kadam was awarded the Man of the Match.
Brief Scores
Semi Final 1:
FTL XI – 187/7 (20 overs)
Boys Cricket Club – 188/5 (17.3 overs)
Boys Cricket Club won by 5 wickets
Man of the Match: Jayy Jain (71 off 40)
Semi Final 2:
Union Cricket Academy – 77 all out
Eknath Shinde Cricket Club – 78/??
Eknath Shinde Cricket Club won by wickets
Man of the Match: Shashikant Kadam (3 wickets)
With the semi-finals now complete, the stage is set for a high-voltage final between Boys Cricket Club and Eknath Shinde Cricket Club. One team powered their way through with fearless chasing, while the other arrived through disciplined dominance setting up a fitting finish to the Thane Premier League 2026.
The race for the semi-finals intensified on the second day of the Thane Premier League 2026 quarter-finals at Dadoji Kondadev Stadium, as Saludar HC and Union Cricket Academy produced confident performances to secure their places in the final four.
Saludar HC dominate with all-round display
The opening quarter-final of the day featured FTL XI against Saludar HC, and it turned into a complete team performance from Saludar HC right from the first innings.
After winning the toss and choosing to field, Saludar HC bowlers controlled the game brilliantly and bundled out FTL XI for 128. The bowling attack worked in perfect rhythm, with Royston Dias and Harikesh Yadav picking up 3 wickets each, while Sagar Jadhav chipped in with 2 wickets, making it difficult for FTL XI to build partnerships.
Chasing a modest target, Saludar HC approached the innings positively and never allowed pressure to build. Opener Atharva Kale led the chase with a fluent 62 off 47 balls, striking 10 boundaries and keeping the scoreboard moving throughout the innings.
Saludar HC comfortably chased down the target in 15.4 overs and booked their place in the semi-finals with a convincing win. For his match-winning knock, Atharva Kale was named Man of the Match.
Union Cricket Academy seal semi-final spot with composed chase
The second match of the day saw Union Cricket Academy take on A.T. Sports in another important knockout clash.
Batting first after winning the toss, A.T. Sports managed to put up 172/9 on the board. Despite a few useful contributions, Union Cricket Academy kept striking at regular intervals, with Shashank Attarde delivering an outstanding spell of 4 wickets to keep the total under control.
In reply, Union Cricket Academy handled the chase smartly. Shashwat Jagtap played a crucial innings of 70 off 48 balls, including 4 fours and 4 sixes, while Divyansh Saxena added an important 49 runs, ensuring the chase stayed on track.
Union Cricket Academy eventually chased down the target with 4 wickets in hand, sealing their place in the semi-finals alongside Saludar HC.
For his impactful bowling performance, Shashank Attarde was awarded the Man of the Match.
Brief Scores
Quarter Final 3:
FTL XI – 128 all out
Saludar HC – 129/?? (15.4 overs)
Saludar HC won by wickets
Man of the Match: Atharva Kale (62 off 47)
Quarter Final 4:
A.T. Sports – 172/9 (20 overs)
Union Cricket Academy – 173/6
Union Cricket Academy won by 4 wickets
Man of the Match: Shashank Attarde (4 wickets)
With the quarter-finals now complete, the Thane Premier League 2026 has its semi-finalists locked in. The competition is getting tighter, the pressure is rising, and every performance from here could define the road to the title.
The final of the Bright Future Cricket Academy League had everything you’d expect from a title clash pressure, standout performances, and a composed chase that sealed the deal.
GS Cricket Academy won the toss and chose to bat first, a decision that looked promising early on thanks to a brilliant knock from Asif. He held the innings together with a commanding 83 off 61 balls, striking 9 fours and 5 sixes. His innings gave GSCA a solid platform, but regular wickets meant they finished on 153/8, a competitive total but not out of reach.
Indiana Cricket Clinic approached the chase with clarity. There was no panic, just steady accumulation and smart batting. Eshan Kale played a crucial role, scoring 49 off 42 balls with 3 fours and 2 sixes, anchoring the innings when it mattered most. The rest of the batting unit supported well, turning it into a proper team effort.
They sealed the chase in just 19.4 overs, showing composure under pressure to lift the BFCA crown.
The celebrations that followed reflected the effort put in throughout the tournament. Players from both sides were awarded medals and trophies, marking the end of a competitive league.
Individual performances were also recognized:
Man of the Match (Final): Awarded for the standout performance in the title clash
Best Batsman of the Tournament: Rihaan Shah
Best Bowler of the Tournament: Rajveer Lad
Man of the Series: Ved Tendulkar
In the end, Indiana Cricket Clinic didn’t just win the final they showed consistency, composure, and teamwork when it mattered most.
In the DDCA League 2025–26, PMG delivered a commanding performance against Maulana Azad CC, sealing a convincing 134-run victory in a one-sided contest.
After losing the toss and being asked to bat first, PMG made full use of the opportunity. The innings was built around a stunning knock from Dhanya Nakra, who completely took charge of the game. He smashed 104 runs off just 62 balls, an innings packed with intent and clean striking, including 8 fours and 8 sixes. His aggressive approach set the tone early and never allowed the opposition to settle.
Supported well by contributions from the rest of the batting unit, PMG posted a strong total of 306/8 in their 40 overs, putting Maulana Azad CC under immediate pressure.
Chasing a steep target, Maulana Azad CC struggled to find momentum. The PMG bowlers kept things tight and struck at regular intervals, never allowing a partnership to build. Udhav Mohan and Aryan Kumar led the attack brilliantly, picking up 3 wickets each and breaking the backbone of the chase. They were well supported by Shivank Vashisth and Tanishk Yadav, who chipped in with 2 wickets each.
Under constant pressure, Maulana Azad CC were eventually bowled out for 172, falling well short of the target.
What this really means is simple this match belonged to Dhanya Nakra. His fearless century not only anchored the innings but also shifted the game completely in PMG’s favour. With both bat and ball firing, PMG walked away with a comprehensive win and a strong statement performance in the league.