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Municipal Co-op Bank Vs MSPGCL

Tournament – Times Shield F Division | Venue :- BMC Ground, Shivaji Park | Date : 7 Mar 2015

In other group F Match of Times Shield, Municipal Bank cricket team won the toss and elected to bat first. It was good display of batting by all the batters P.K Kamble 50(56), V. Tandel 34(36) and MJ. Keer 54(47). They posted an aggressive total of 279.Municipal bank logo

The notable performance by MSPGCL bowlers were – Tejas Patil – 5.5 – 38 runs – 3 wickets and S.Deshmukh 7-01-34runs for 3 wickets.

MSPGCL batting side never seemed to take off and got all out for a total of 108/9 (They played one player short). Municipal bowlers dominated from the start with below bowling figures

Tandel – 8.1 – 3 maidens – 21 runs and 3 wickets ; Bhogle – 7-1-51runs – 3 wickets.

Municipal Co-op bank cricket team won by 171 runs.

 

JSW Vs NABARD SPORTS CLUB

Tournament – Times Shield F Division | Venue :- Mahim Juvenile ground, Shivaji Park | Date : 7 Mar 2015

This was a day when everything went JSW cricket team’s way, batting first JSW scored an imposing 347- 6. Skipper Rakesh Chaudhary 176(134) and Rajesh Pingulkar 90(81) supported each other well and scored runs on all sides of the ground. Rakesh c in particular was in great form and every shot seemed to cross the boundary with ease.

Rakesh JSW

Nabard bowlers who stood out were Vikas Sathe 9-49-3wickets and Suresh Koli 9-74-3wickets.

It was a huge total to chase for Nabard Sports Club from the word go. And one would have assumed that JSW team would be a bit complacent with such a huge total to defend. However that was not the case. Nabard team openers, Nilesh Bagwe 18(39) and R.Nemane 22(37) started off cautiously however in the end they scored a paltry 127 in less than 30 overs.

JSW bowling performance

Kailash Rathi –  7-30-3 wickets; Ranjit Pillai 9-02-42-3wickets ; Rakesh Chaudhary 3-13-3wickets

JSW cricket team won the match by 220 runs

Match summary courtesy – Nitin Jadhav from Nabard sports club.

This year 2015 in Kanga League there are approximately 128 registered clubs competing against each other. Kanga league is divided into 10 groups . Here is the detailed list of groups and teams in each group.

Group 1 – Liberal Cricket Tournament (South Mumbai)

Group A1 – Youth Cricket Club, Palanpur Cricket Club,Diamond Star Cricket Club,Our Own Club, Shastri Hall Cricket Club,New Social Union Cricket Club,Jolly Brothers Sports Club

Group B1 -Combined Cricket Club, V.S.T. Gymkhana,S.F. Sassanian Cricket Club,Young Mens Christian Association,Crescent Cricket Club,Bhama Cricket Club,Muslim Sports Club

Group 2 – South Mumbai Cricket Tournament (South Mumbai)

Group A2 – Dilip Vengsarkar Foundation,Hansoty Bros. Sports Club,Swastik Cricket Club,Bhatia Sports Club,Bombay Union Sports Club,Kshatriya Cricket Club,Patan Cricket Club

Group B2:-  New Era Cricket Club,United XI Cricket Club,Young Boy’s Cricket Club,Gamdevi Cricketers,Young Social Cricket Club,Young Zorastrian Cricket Club,Garware Club House

Group 3 – R.F.S. Talyarkhan Cricket Tournament (South Mumbai)

Group A3:- Errant Cricketers,Paramount Cricket Club,Anjuman I Islam Institute S.C.,Fort Youngsters,Mangrol Sports Club,Kerrawala Windsor, Shahpur Spencer Challenge Shield

Group B3:- Souvenir Cricket Club,Ema Cricket Club,Young Association Cricket Club,Stylo Cricketers,Swatantra Cricket Club,Elphinstone Cricket Club,Khandala Cricket Club

Group 4 – Sangam Sports Club Cricket Tournament (Masjid Bundar – Kharghar)

Group A4:-  Dadar Cricket Club,Crown Cricket Club,Friends Cricketers,Chembur Gymkhana,Shri Shivaji Cricket Club,Friends Union Sports Club, Bombay Gymkhana Ltd.

Group B4:- Sportsfield Cricket Club,Oriental Cricket Club,Mulund Challengers,Anushakti Nagar S & R Club,Gallant Cricket Club,Mazgaon Cricket Club,Rajawadi Cricket Club

Group 5 – Mahim Dadar Cricket Tournament (Worli – Mahim)

Group A5:-  Mahim Juvenile Cricket Club,Worli Cricket Club,Sports Promotion Group (Mumbai),Parsee Pioneer Cricket Club,Hind Sevak Cricket Club,Bengal Club,Bombay Wanderers

Group B5:-  Eleven 77 Cricket Club,Glorious Cricket Club, Kshatriya Union Club,Adarsh Cricket Club,Mohan Cricket Club,Gomantak Daivadnya Cricket Club,Bharat Cricket Club

Group 6 – Kurla Bapat Cricket Tournament (Chinchpokli – Kurla)

Group A6:-  K.R.P. XI Cricket Club, Young Men’s Muslim Association,Sporting Union Club, Youth’s Own Union Cricket Club,Jaico Cricket Club, Achievers Cricket Club , Old Podarites Cricket Club

Group B6:-  Gay Cavaliers Cricket Club, Matunga Gujarati Seva Mandal, Union Cricket Club,Indian Gymkhana, Friends Sports Club, Baronet Cricket Club, G.S.B. Sports Club

Group 7 – Seth Govardhandas Cricket Tournament (Bandra – Andheri)

Group A7:-  Aiming Master Cricket Club, Aarey Cricket Club, Star Cricket Club (Bandra), Challengers Cricket Club, Crescent Cricket Club (Andheri), Kridarang Cricket Club

Group B7:-  Blue Star Sports Club, Indian Dynamite Cricket Club, Bandra Gymkhana, Gaud Union Sports Club, Young Friends Union C.C., Park Cricket Club, Sunrise Cricket Club
 
Group 8 – Payyade Sports Club Cricket Tournament (Andheri – Borivali)

Group A8:-  Young Men’s Cricket Club, St. Mary’s Cricket Club, Jolly Friends Cricket Club, Jaideep Cricket Club, Young National Cricket Club, Vijaychandra Cricket Club, Brothers Club

Group B8:-  The Catholic Gymkhana Ltd., Merry Cricketers, Prabhodhan Goregaon, Youngstar Cricket Club (Thane), Vile Parle Sports Club, Cricket Club of Andheri, Pathare Prabhu Cricketers

Group 9 – Shamrao Thosar Cricket Tournament (Thane – Kalyan)

Group A9:-  Thane Sporting Club, Thane Friends Union Cricket Club, United Sports Club (Thane), Daiwadnya Cricket Club, Mandvi Muslim Sports Club, Royal Cricket Club, Modern Cricket Club

Group B9:- Dombivali Cricket Club, Union Cricket Club (Kalyan), Duru Cricket Club, Prime Group Cricket Club, Bhiwandi Taluka C.A., Deccan Cricket Club (Kalyan), Rocket Cricket Club

Group 10 – Sainath Sports Club Cricket Tournament (Borivali – Dahanu)

Group A10:-  Dashing Sports Club, Garfield Sports Club (Dahisar), White Star Cricket Club, Madhukar G. Vartak Memorial S.C., Young Stars Akton C.C. (Vasai), Mahyavanshi Cricket Club, J. Bhatia Sports Club

Group B10:- Poisor Brothers, Rattlers Cricket Club, Apollo Youngsters, Milton Cricket Club, Morarjee Velji Cricket Club, Kansara Cricket Club.

Information Courtesy – www.mumbaicricket.commca

As per Mumbai Cricket association website, all the matches under Kanga plate league (Group 7a  & Group 10b) which were to be played on 8th march 2015 at Azad Maidan are postponed on occasion of Holi and Kavi Sammelan events.

For more information visit www.mumbaicricket.com

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Every cricketer aspires to play for the Indian cricket team someday in their life. There are players who at times complain about not having the right guidance, lack of direction, not getting the platform to showcase their talent and their dreams die a natural death. Cricketgraph’s Hyderabad representative Sai Pavan got a chance to talk to Mr. Chekuri Venkat , a district representative of Telangana state cricket association. Here are some excerpts of their conversation, which could help a cricketer to understand the way to represent Indian cricket team. indian helmet1

The first step to get noticed is to start playing leagues / tournaments under HCA (Hyderabad Cricket Association). HCA selectors are impressed mainly with the performances under these hca tournaments than any other tournaments. Currently there are 216 cricket clubs in Hyderabad, which means a player should ideally play from one of these 216 affiliated clubs. If a player performs well in these leagues, he gets an opportunity to represent Hyderabad Ranji cricket matches. The best part is there is no age limit! If a player performs consistently well in Ranji matches, he gets promoted to Zonal level. So if the player is from Hyderabad Ranji team, he will get an offer to represent South Zone. This is when the player gets undivided focus from BCCI selectors. BCCI selectors would then select players to represent the ultimate –Indian Cricket Team. Top 2 teams from all zones get selected as the winners and runners up and they end up playing more matches as compared to other zones. This also means the more matches you play, more chances a player gets to perform and get noticed.

There are broadly 3 different types of Ranji matches

  1. 4 day matches
  2. ODI’s (One Day Internationals)
  3. T20 ( recently introduced)

As per the players caliber / performance he will be placed amongst the above 3 types.

Mr. Venkat offered a small piece of advice for a cricketer who wishes to play in IPL team – To wisely select a low rated team in the first place which would ensure the player certainly gets to play maximum matches and prove his mettle.

Article by Sai Pawan

South Zone Representative – CricketGraph.com

Venue :M.I.G.Cricket Ground Mumbai  | Match Scorecard  | Tournament Details 

DG of Rotary Club Mr. Ajay Gupta & President of Rotary Club Mr. Rajul Pathak, Corporator Mr. Parag Alavani, Vagad Chowisi President Mr. Laxmichand Charla were among the dignitaries present during the event to support the cause and encourage the budding cricketers. Former fast bowler of Indian Cricket team Mr. Subroto Banerjee also contributed his supported towards the social cause.

MATCH SUMMARY – Poddar Dragons Vs Ruparel Conquerors   social hero match

Poddar Dragons won the toss and elected to bat first which seemed a liked a good decision since their batters put forth an aggressive target of 162 for loss of 9 wickets. The top order chipped in equally Vaidik Murker 23(20), Akash Anand 58(38), Prasad Ghume 31(30). The only notable performance from Ruparel bowling side was that of Nehal Katakdhond who finished with 4 overs – 26 runs – 4 wickets.

Poddar College winners of Social Hero Champions League 2015
Poddar College winners of Social Hero Champions League 2015

 

Ruparel Conquerors batters kept loosing wickets on a regular basis. The lone fighter, Sachin Ruparel  held his ground firm on one end and scored a brilliant century. He scored 100 off 92 balls with six 6’s and four 4’s. After Sachin’s run out, things looked daunting for Ruparel. However it was a close finish to a deserving final of Social Hero Champions league 2015. In the end Ruparel fell short by 4 runs, scoring 158 for loss of 7 wickets in 20 overs.

Sachin from Ruparel college was adjudged man of the match for his fighter knock of 100.

 

Rain gods visited Mumbai over the weekend (28Feb & 1 March 2015) disrupting the cricket schedule. Quite a few tournaments and matches were either cancelled or rescheduled.

Here is a quick list of tournaments and matches that were affected –

1) Kapole T-20 Cup tournament which was scheduled to start from 1 March 2015 didn’t see a single ball being bowled.

2) Match between Reliance Vs CMA of Dreamz Trophy  was cut short in second innings.

3) Final match of Inter-CGI corporate cricket tournament, organized by Dreamz Sports got cancelled and the winners were mutually decided.

4) Most of the Kanga league Practice matches were cancelled.

5) Few matches of JKT-20 Rotary cricket tournament were cancelled.

6) Match between Omni Marines Vs Mahindra Finance under County Premier League was cancelled.

6) Times Shield of MCA (Mumbai Cricket Association) – Winners of these matches were decided as per the net run rate.

 

Do email us on admin@cricketgraph.com to report any such rescheduled or cancelled cricket tournaments.

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In the Group B match of JKT-20 cricket tournament, RC Suncity won the toss and and chose to bat. Batting first they scored a mammoth 226/9 in 18.5 overs . As per the JKT-2o rules quite a few batters had to retire – Harshal 35(15) , Prajal 38(11), Haresh 36(20), Milind 35(12).

RC Bayview Blasters scored 157/6 in 20 overs.

RC Suncity win by 69 runs

News piece – Courtesy Scorer Laxman

Winning Team of RC Suncity

By Sai Pawan – A Local Cricket Enthusiastic

 

A Happy Morning All! One of the Most Exciting Cups, among the Telugu Film Industry this time rippled by the Telugu Dubbing Artists Association for an Annual 3-Day T20 Tournament at the Kittu Green ParkStadium near Langerhouse at Hyderabad.A merely a fondly ground for even an ordinary spectator, which is well distinguished with the grass over the out field makes any individual to step into it. Being located at the pretty outskirts of the city, it is largely peaceful for all the teams to get rejoiced playing the professional game against any sort of team. However the 3 day tournament went on thankfully with 3 typical sides battling right through the short series. The 3 big teams Moon Lights(A), RCM Royals(B), followed by Sun Risers(C) had been a part of the Kittu Menorial Cup 2015, abbreviated as the KMC 2015. As the Defending Champions and the Title Favorites besides, the Powerful Moon Lights Team headed over the Revolutionay RCM Royals in the 1st match. With lots of overwhelming support for the Moon Lights campaign, they won quite comfortably against the Cold-Bloooded RCM Royals and were promoted for the Finals. In the  2nd match, which was also seemed to be the Semi-final, was played between the Title Winners, Sun Risers and the RCM Royals. Sun Risers faced a brilliant endeavour from the RCMs, but surprisingly the Sun Risers had the fruits of joy as they’d won under pressure in a close shave. On the whole, the first two matches with different variants of Drama in between, made the Moon Lights and the SunRisers to stand just a step before the Tournament Championship. Being a part of the Commentary box, let me tell you the match summary in a shorter way.

                        It was on 20th feb of this month I had been to Hyderabad being invited for the English Commentary in the Final T20 match of the KMC 2015. The Defending Champs, Moon Lights and the New Finalist, Sun Risers were eagerly waiting for the match under the bright sun at 1pm.Winning up the Toss, the Moon Lights Captain Damodhar Reddy without much hesitation invited their opponent to bat first. That sighted as a wise choice to make on, as the turf indicated the bowlers some swing and seam in the initial start of play. In the shorter format here, all the rules were applicable as per the international standards. Moon’s Young Speedster, Suresh was given the red synthetic new ball against the man in the utmost form, Suraj and the other batsman Lokesh at the non-striker’s end. The Batting Side Captain Achyuth Reddy looked so positive as his openers had given them a steady start. Both the Batsmen looked with no trouble in the Crease and in between wickets, which enabled them to score 8 runs of Suresh’s first over. That had given them a bit of more confidence for Suraj as he struck 2 boundaries against the pace of Anand in the 2nd over. On the whole, the score counted to 20/0 after 2nd over, which seemed to be as a dangerous caution for a big score against the Moon Lights. Both the Youngsters batted so well in the mandatory powerplay of 6overs scoring 46/0. They started to enrich the T20 flavour wit their professional game. On the whole, this pair had added 55 for the 1st wicket after 7 overs. Then happened the most unwanted thing for the Sun Risers. Srinivas, the medium pacer was called to bowl his first, where he’d managed to produce the first break through for the Moons. With a slower ball on to the stumps, was forcefully made the batsman to play it straight to the bowler being edged of the blade. An immediate response from the bowler in the follow through to take an exeptional sharp catch, dismissed the batsman Lokesh(13, 2 fours), which was turning out to be a disaster for them. Suraj batted outstandingly throughout the short series, scoring most of the runs in the tournament with his knock of 88 in the previous match against the RCMs and a pleasing innings of handsome drives down the ground round the Dial in this match. After the fall of Lokesh wicket, then came the only left-hander in the team, Buddhu to the Crease. Most of the strike was maintained by Suraj, but the pressure was transferred on themselves as the bowlers startes to impress bowling at the block holes. The run rate slowered down. Buddha, in the process of freeing his arms against the bowling of  Mohan’s Spin tried for a big shot, but failed to clear the ropes which turned out to be a good catch by Srikanth in the Deep. Then was the score of 79/2 in 11 overs. Buddha with his short stay at the crease made 5 runs. Later with 2 powerful strokes on the off side, Suraj had completed his 50 in 45 balls. The next batsman Pavan(1) had sacrificed his wicket for the half-centurion and things quickly changed for the Moons. The score degraded to 90/3 after 13 overs. Then we had seen a double-blow from Mohan. The Spinner had bowled the two new batsmen Eswar(4) and Venkat(0) with his Off-break. Irrespective of the fall of wickets, Suraj stood alive responsibly to bat right through the final over. He was now accompanied with his skipper Achyuth Reddy to take on the bowlers. It was 94/5 then. The two right-handers batted tremoundously against the spinner and the pacers and the score kept on tikking. In the over no. 18, Suraj(65, 2×6, 7×4) was caught out by Anand and bowled by Vara Prasad. In the very next over, Achyuth’s quick 25(3×4) an end by Anand’s leg before appeal. These 2 wickets fell in 2 consecutive balls and they added 35 runs. It was 129/7 in the 19th over. With some dots and singles, the batting side just managed to get 135/7 in their 20 overs which felt to be more comparitive. The bowlers topped with Mohan 3/21 in his 4 overs and Srinivas, Vara Prasad and Anand shared 1 wicket each. That doesn’t meant to be a big target for the Moons. But who knows better the twist in the game. This is a battle where we can’t expect the Unexpected.
                      After a short break of 15 mins, the game progressed with the batting of the Moon Lights, with the pair Srikanth and Mohan as the Openers. The All-rounder pacer Suraj started the proceedings for his side, being economical without a wicket. He was guided with his mate, the other bowler Pavan who had given an early break through dismissing Mohan(1) leg before in the innings 2nd over. Moons were 10/1 after 2. Then the strike rotater Srinivas took his guard, joining Srikanth. The two played the bowlers with the right discipline and never lost a wicket until the over no.10. They were improving violently with 65/1 after 10 overs. The two added 60 runs for the 2nd wicket with over a dozen of extra runs too. Then the youngster Lokesh, who had no wickets in his first 2 overs, got the ball in hand and bowled the set batsmen with his variations in pace. Even a single cricket lover might not have expected this in their thoughts. But that came true as a miracle. Entirely he took the wickets of the openers Srikanth(20, 2×4), Srinivas(31,3×4) and Gnaneshwar(0) turning the score card to 70/4 from 65/1. Sun Risers were not ready to give up and start to fight fantasticly. The run rate for the first time went beyond 6 in this innings. The Skipper Damodhar(9) tried his part to support his side. But went off with the blistering yorker of pacer Pavan onto the leg stump. At some stage, it seemed for everyone that the Defending Champions would repeat the past. But it was the brilliance of Pavan and Lokesh that made the things to be balanced as 50-50. Then the enthusiasm took off the silence in the ground as both the teams started to encourage one another for a famous win. As Damodhar lost his wicket, his side felt immense pressure and gradually they lost the grip of the match. The bowlers executed an everlasting performance from then on, making the batsmen feel the heat. It became 90/5 after 15 overs, having Vara Prasad and Anand at the Crease. The Moons require 46 from 5 overs with 5 wickets left. Spin for the first time this innings, Venkat brought into the attack. He bowled out Vara Prasad(10, 1×4). Lokesh joined him striking the wicket of All-rounder Anand(17, 2×4), who was looking good at the centre. This was the 4th wicket for the All-rounder Lokesh in his 4 overs. With this unbelievable comeback into the match, the Sun Risers had won the match by 9 runs, restricting the Moon Lights team for the score of 126/7 in their 20 overs. There occured the New Champions of the KMC, defeating the Defending Champions. Bowlers include Pavan with 2 wickets in his 3 overs, venkat with 1 wicket in 2 overs followed by the Man of the Match, the All-rounder who took 4 wickets and scored 13 runs as the opener. The Man of the Series, undoubtedly was awarded to the star opening batsman Suraj(scored 88 and 65 in this).
                       During the presentation ceremony, both sides’ captains said that this tournament was held for the fun and the glory, which also synthesized the whole teams. The good thing is that, it could be the Sun Risers or the Moon Lights who had been the Winners. But on the whole, it was the  Telugu Dubbing Artists Association that had won. Well, all around that was an awesome experience for me working with them. Hope you enjoyed the article. That’s it for now. Until next time, its Good Bye!!!
Mega Finals of Inter College Social Hero Champions
Mega Finals of Inter College Social Hero Champions

 

Inter college Social Hero Champions witnessed participation from 16 colleges all over mumbai at various grounds in mumbai. After a long journey of over 30 matches, 2 teams have finally made it to the top of the peak. Poddar College will lock horns against Ruparel college in the mega finale to be played on 26th Feb 2015 at M.I.G ground Bandra.

Match starts at 9 AM till 1 PM and will surely be a feast to any cricket lovers eyes !

There would be a post match ceremony after the match with various trophies and awards.

For all the scores click here – http://icshcl-2015.cricketgraph.com/

To check the leading run scorers and wicket takers click here – http://icshcl-2015.cricketgraph.com/tournament/stats

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