The IDFC Cricket Tournament 2026 brought serious energy to the CRWA Ground on 21st February. What looked like a friendly 6-over tennis ball competition quickly turned into a high-intensity battle between some very competitive sides.
Seven teams stepped onto the field: Data Dominators, Data Sentinel, Info Ninjas, Ek Aur Ek Gyarah, Clutch 11, Crickheroes, and CX Stars. Across eight league matches and one gripping final, every team had its moments. Short format. Quick decisions. No room for errors.
After the league stage, it was CX Stars and Data Dominators who stood tall and booked their place in the final. The championship clash lived up to expectations, but when it mattered most, Data Dominators showed composure. They chased down the target confidently, winning the final by 7 wickets and lifting the IDFC Tournament 2026 title.
Individual brilliance added extra spark to the tournament.
Tuhin Haider was named Best Bowler of the Tournament for his impactful spells that consistently broke partnerships and shifted momentum. On the batting front, Gautham R claimed the Best Batsman award with dominant performances that set the tone for his side throughout the competition.
Beyond the boundaries and scorecards, what truly stood out was the management and execution by Cricketgraph. The tournament was seamlessly organised, from scheduling and coordination to match operations and overall presentation. Smooth flow of matches, disciplined time management, and a professional setup ensured players could focus purely on their game.
A day of sharp cricket. A deserving champion. And another successfully delivered event under the Cricketgraph banner.
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DMPL 26 Season 2 lit up Somaiya Turf on Friday, 13th February, with a fast paced 5 over format that kept everyone on their toes. Seven competitive teams stepped in with one goal lift the trophy.
The participating teams were Power Hitters, Punter Toli, Goal Diggers, Boundary Breakers, Rising Stars, Dhurandars, and DDB Mavericks. From the very first match, the intent was clear. Big shots, sharp bowling spells, and aggressive fielding defined the day.
As the league stage wrapped up, two teams stood tall Power Hitters and Punter Toli. Both sides showed consistency and composure under pressure to reach the final. But when it mattered the most, Power Toli dominated the big stage. They clinched the title with a commanding 37 run victory, sealing DMPL 26 Season 2 in style.
The excitement didn’t end there.
An additional final clash between the Overall Finance Department and the Media Department brought another layer of intensity to the event. In a competitive contest, the Finance team outplayed the Media team to lift the departmental title, adding more drama and celebration to the evening.
Behind the scenes, the entire event was seamlessly executed by Cricketgraph. From planning and coordination to match flow and overall experience, Cricketgraph ensured everything ran smoothly. The professionalism and attention to detail were visible throughout the tournament.
And it wasn’t just about cricket. The food arrangements added to the experience, with players and attendees enjoying a delicious spread that kept the energy levels high all day.
DMPL 26 Season 2 wasn’t just a tournament. It was a celebration of team spirit, competition, and community perfectly curated and delivered by Cricketgraph.
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Datamatics Global delivered a commanding all-round performance to defeat BMC by 71 runs in their Times Cricket Shield encounter, with Yatin Madhavi producing a breathtaking knock that set the tone for the match.
After BMC won the toss and chose to field first, Datamatics made full use of the conditions. The innings was anchored by a solid partnership and explosive stroke play, as Datamatics piled up an imposing 336 runs in 45 overs the highest team total recorded so far in the D Division this season.
Upendra Yadav played the perfect supporting role at the top, scoring a composed 86 off 101 balls, decorated with 9 boundaries and 3 sixes. While his innings provided stability, it was Yatin Madhvi who completely took control of the game. Batting with remarkable intent and confidence, Madhavi smashed a stunning 163 runs off just 91 deliveries. His knock included 11 fours and an astonishing 13 sixes, leaving the BMC bowlers with no answers and the spectators thoroughly entertained.
Chasing a steep target of 337, BMC fought hard but were never quite able to match the required momentum. Despite a few resistance efforts in the middle order, they were eventually restricted to 265 runs in their allotted overs. The Datamatics bowlers stayed disciplined, ensuring the asking rate remained out of reach throughout the chase.
With this comprehensive 71-run victory, Datamatics Global stamped their authority in the tournament, driven by a standout batting display and a collective bowling effort. Yatin Madhvi’s explosive century will be remembered as one of the finest knocks of the season so far in the Times Cricket Shield.
Bank of Maharashtra delivered a commanding performance to defeat Automotive Sports Club by 60 runs in the Insurance Shield Cricket Tournament 2026.
After losing the toss, Bank of Maharashtra were put in to bat. What followed was a composed and match-defining innings from Smith Naresh Pardeshi.
Smith Pardeshi Leads from the Front
Opening the innings, Smith Pardeshi anchored the batting effort with a fluent 66. He built the foundation at the top, allowing the middle order to bat with freedom. Atif Khan provided strong support with a solid 47, ensuring the scoreboard kept moving.
Bank of Maharashtra finished at 181 for 5 in 20 overs, with 6 extras added to the total.
Automotive Sports Club struggled to build momentum despite starts from Aditya Shemadkar (26) and Jaishal Anthony Wadiyal (24). Contributions from Rupesh Singh (18), Manav Rahul Sanghvi (10), and Shoeb Suleman Ansari (7*) weren’t enough to keep the chase alive.
They were restricted to 121 for 7 in 20 overs.
Sangyam Vikas Khakte impressed with 2 wickets in 3 overs, while Pallav Dhandekar and Smith Pardeshi also picked up 2 wickets each. Atif Khan chipped in with 2 crucial breakthroughs as well. The disciplined bowling effort ensured Automotive Sports Club never came close to the target.
Match Summary
Bank of Maharashtra: 181/5 (20 overs)
Smith Naresh Pardeshi – 66
Atif Khan – 47
Automotive Sports Club : 121/7 (20 overs)
Aditya Shemadkar – 26
Result: Bank of Maharashtra won by 60 runs.
Here’s the thing. This wasn’t just a win. It was a complete performance. Smith Pardeshi set the tone with the bat and then returned to make an impact with the ball. When your top-order batter delivers 66 and contributes with the ball, that’s the kind of all-round presence that changes games.
Anandibai Damodar Kale College enjoyed a commanding day in the H.R. Super League, registering back-to-back victories with clinical performances, led by an outstanding show from their bowlers, especially Aryan Mandavkar.
In the first match of the day against Nagindas Khandwala College, Anandibai Damodar Kale College put on a disciplined bowling display after opting to field. Nagindas Khandwala College struggled to build momentum and were bundled out for just 95 runs. The highlight of the innings was Aryan Mandavkar’s exceptional spell. Bowling three tight overs, he picked up three crucial wickets while conceding only 12 runs, effectively dismantling the opposition’s batting lineup.
Chasing a modest target, Anandibai Damodar Kale College made light work of the total, reaching 96 without much trouble and wrapping up the chase comfortably within 10 overs.
The momentum carried into the second match of the day, where Anandibai Damodar Kale Degree College faced Nirmala College. Batting first, Nirmala College managed to post 129 runs in their allotted 20 overs. Once again, Aryan Mandavkar made a decisive impact with the ball, claiming three wickets in just two overs and giving away only 14 runs, putting the brakes on Nirmala’s scoring at a crucial stage.
In reply, Anandibai Damodar Kale Degree College chased down the target confidently, finishing the match unbeaten and sealing another convincing win.
With consistent match-winning performances across both games, Aryan Mandavkar emerged as the standout player of the day, playing a key role in Anandibai Damodar Kale College’s dominant run in the H.R. Super League.
When India take on the USA in their opening match of the T20 World Cup, the spotlight will naturally be on the contest between a cricketing giant and an emerging nation. But beneath the surface of this fixture lies a beautifully layered story one that began years ago on the same practice pitches in Mumbai, under the watchful eye of the same coach.
Shivam Dube and Saurabh Netravalkar, now opponents on the world stage, were both moulded at Satish Samant’s SCA (Sanjeevani Cricket Academy). Two very different careers, two different destinations, but a shared foundation.
Shivam Dube’s journey has been defined by resilience. A tall, powerful left-hander with the ability to clear any boundary, Dube spent his formative years grinding it out at Satish Samant’s academy. Those early days weren’t about glamour or big crowds they were about repetition, discipline, and learning to trust his strength. The academy played a key role in sharpening his all-round skills and mental toughness, qualities that later helped him fight his way through Mumbai cricket, the IPL, and finally into India’s T20 setup. Today, Dube is valued for his ability to change games in a matter of overs, a role that demands confidence and composure.
Saurabh Netravalkar’s path, meanwhile, took a turn few could have predicted. A member of India’s victorious 2012 Under-19 World Cup squad, Netravalkar also trained under Satish Samant during his developmental years. He had talent, technique, and temperament yet life had other plans. Choosing academics alongside cricket, he eventually moved to the United States, where he balanced a career in software engineering with his love for the game. What followed was remarkable: steady improvement, leadership responsibility, and eventually becoming the face of USA cricket’s bowling attack.
Now, years later, the two will walk out in different colours but with shared memories of early-morning nets, fitness drills, and lessons learned at SCA. For Satish Samant, it is a moment of quiet pride seeing two of his students reach the global stage, even if they stand on opposite sides of the pitch.
When the match begins, Shivam Dube will represent India, carrying the weight of expectation and the roar of millions. Saurabh Netravalkar will lead a young USA side eager to challenge the established order. The competition will be intense, but the backstory adds warmth and depth to the occasion.
Cricket has a way of creating such full-circle moments. From the same academy to the biggest stage in world cricket, Dube and Netravalkar’s journeys remind us that there is no single path to success. Different choices, different countries yet the same roots.
As India face the USA, it won’t just be a game of bat and ball. It will be a quiet tribute to grassroots coaching, shared beginnings, and a mentor whose influence now stretches across continents.
Mumbai: VK Krishnan Menon put on a complete exhibition of dominance as they steamrolled KES SMVM by a staggering 420 runs in an Under-16 Khichadiy Trophy match at the Young Mohammedan Ground, Azad Maidan, on Wednesday.
The match swung decisively in VK Krishnan Menon’s favour right after the toss. KES SMVM chose to bowl first, a call that quickly unraveled as VKKM’s batters unleashed a relentless assault, piling up a colossal 487 runs in just 39.4 overs.
At the heart of the carnage was Praveer Singh, who played a breathtaking knock of 165 from only 92 balls. He combined clean hitting with sharp shot selection, dismantling the bowling attack and setting an unshakeable foundation for the innings.
Praveer was well supported by Prerit Raut, who chipped in with a composed 65, before Arin Keluskar took charge in the latter stages. Arin’s explosive 97 off just 35 deliveries completely changed the tempo of the game. His innings, packed with 12 fours and 5 sixes, left the fielding side shell-shocked and ensured VKKM finished with an imposing total.
KES SMVM’s bowlers struggled throughout, though Jainam Kothari and Prathmesh Mane managed to pick up two wickets each amid the run flow.
Facing an almost impossible chase, KES SMVM’s innings never took off. The batters found no answer to VKKM’s disciplined bowling, particularly medium pacer Parth Nalawade, who delivered a sensational spell. Nalawade ripped through the lineup with figures of 8 for 15, bowling KES effected with professionalism and pace.
KES SMVM were dismissed for just 67, sealing one of the most one-sided results of the tournament.
The emphatic victory showcased VK Krishnan Menon’s dominance with both bat and ball and firmly stamped them as serious contenders in the Under-16 Khichadiy Trophy.
Former Mumbai and Karnataka off-spinner Anand Yalvigi has been appointed as the team liaison officer of the USA men’s cricket team for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup.
Yalvigi, who later served as a Mumbai selector, will act as the local manager for the USA side during the tournament. The team is currently camping in Sri Lanka as part of their World Cup preparations and recently played their first warm-up match against India A at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai.
The USA will play their second and final warm-up fixture against New Zealand on February 5 at the same venue, before beginning their World Cup campaign against co-hosts India at the Wankhede Stadium on February 7.
After moving on from Mumbai cricket, Yalvigi was part of Karnataka’s Ranji Trophy winning squad and also represented the Karnataka junior team, where he had the opportunity to play alongside Rahul Dravid.
Speaking about his new role, Yalvigi said it was an honour to be associated with the USA cricket team at a global event like the T20 World Cup.
Until recently, Yalvigi was serving as the Director of Game Development and Operations at the Bihar Cricket Association. During his tenure, Bihar saw a remarkable rise in domestic cricket. After appointing former Mumbai wicketkeeper Vinayak Samant as head coach, Bihar qualified for the Elite Group of the Ranji Trophy for the first time by winning the Plate Group.
Bihar also topped the Plate Group in the Vijay Hazare Trophy and reached the Under-23 Plate Group final, marking a significant phase of progress for the state.
Reflecting on his stint with Bihar cricket, Yalvigi said he was pleased to have contributed to the revival and growth of the game in the region
Mumbai were crowned champions of the Vijay Merchant Trophy Elite Tournament after securing a dominant first-innings lead victory over Maharashtra in the final.
Batting first, Maharashtra posted a strong total of 381 runs. Mumbai responded with authority, piling up 494 runs and taking a decisive first-innings lead. In the second innings, Maharashtra were bowled out for 203 runs, after which Mumbai were declared winners on the basis of their first-innings advantage, sealing the prestigious Vijay Merchant Trophy Elite title.
While the team performance stood out, one of the biggest positives for Mumbai throughout the tournament was the consistency of batter Harsh Kadam. In the final, Harsh contributed a valuable 47 runs, playing his role in strengthening Mumbai’s first-innings total.
Harsh Kadam’s tournament as a whole was highly impressive. He finished as one of Mumbai’s most reliable batters, scoring 468 runs across the competition. His tally included a highest score of 103, along with two half-centuries, and he maintained a solid average of 52, underlining his consistency at the elite under-16 level.
Harsh Kadam trains at Sanjeevani Cricket Academy, Bandra, where he has been developing his game under the guidance of head coach Satish Samant. His performances in the Vijay Merchant Trophy Elite Tournament reflect the quality coaching, discipline, and structured training environment provided by the academy
Mumbai’s title win marks another successful chapter in their rich junior cricket legacy, while Harsh Kadam’s standout tournament performance positions him as a promising name to watch in age-group cricket going forward.
The Guzder League B Division One Day Cricket Tournament 2025–26 witnessed a high-scoring contest as Lipton Cricket Club took on Yeotmal in a competitive league encounter.
After winning the toss, Lipton Cricket Club had no hesitation in choosing to bat first, and their decision paid off handsomely. Displaying intent right from the start, Lipton piled up a formidable total of 337 for 9 in their 50 overs, putting Yeotmal under serious pressure while chasing.
Facing a steep target, Yeotmal’s innings never truly settled. Wickets fell at regular intervals, making the chase increasingly difficult. Amid the collapse, one name stood tall Ashish Rathi.
Walking in at number five, Ashish took responsibility when the team needed stability the most. What followed was a remarkable display of counter-attacking cricket. He scored a brilliant 111 runs off just 87 balls, striking 17 fours and 3 sixes, combining composure with fearless stroke play. His innings was a mix of timing, power, and determination, keeping Yeotmal’s hopes alive far longer than expected.
Despite Ashish Rathi’s heroic knock, Yeotmal were eventually bowled out for 254, falling short of the target and conceding the match to Lipton Cricket Club.
While the result went in Lipton’s favour, the match will be remembered for Ashish Rathi’s fighting century an innings that stood out in defeat. On a tough day for his team, he showed character, intent, and the mindset of a true competitor.
Sometimes, even in loss, a warrior earns the loudest applause. Ashish Rathi did exactly that.