Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Vidyalaya Clinches Giles Shield Title in Thrilling Final Against Dnyandeep Seva Mandal School

Mumbai, February 2025 – In a high-intensity Giles Shield final at MCA BKC, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Vidyalaya emerged as the champions, defeating Dnyandeep Seva Mandal School in a gripping contest that showcased exceptional individual performances.

First Innings: Dnyandeep Seva Mandal School Struggles Against Om Lokhande’s Brilliance

Winning the toss and opting to bat first, Dnyandeep Seva Mandal School was bundled out for a mere 66 runs. The star of the innings was Om Lokhande, who produced a stunning spell of bowling, scalping 7 wickets, while Advit Tiwari complemented him with 3 wickets. Their lethal bowling attack dismantled the opposition, giving Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Vidyalaya a solid advantage early on.

Om Lokhande’s Heroics With the Bat

In reply, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Vidyalaya found themselves in a precarious position at 100/8. However, Om Lokhande, who came in at No. 8, played a sensational knock, scoring 81 runs, guiding his team to a respectable total of 203 runs. His all-round brilliance turned the tide of the match.

Second inning: Dnyandeep Seva Mandal School Puts Up a Fight

In their second innings, Dnyandeep Seva Mandal School showed resilience, scoring 190 runs. This time, it was Aayush Chavan and Advit Tiwari who dominated with the ball, both claiming 3 wickets each. Their consistent bowling efforts ensured that Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Vidyalaya secured a first-innings lead of 56 runs.

Final Chase: Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Vidyalaya Seals Victory

Needing just 57 runs to win, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Vidyalaya chased down the target comfortably, securing victory with six wickets in hand, and lifting the Giles Shield title in style.

Top Performers of the Tournament

Sanmit Kothmire – Crucial Contributions with the Bat

Sanmit Kothmire had an impressive tournament, amassing a total of 548 runs. He played a pivotal knock of 69 runs against General Education High School while chasing a massive target of 307 runs, guiding his team through a challenging situation. Additionally, he delivered an important 47-run innings against Swami Vivekananda High School when the team was struggling with wickets falling around him.

Advit Tiwari was a standout performer, bagging the Best Batsman of the Tournament award with an outstanding tally of 708 runs and also proving his all-round ability with 32 wickets

Aayush Chavan finished as one of the tournament’s top bowlers with 33 wickets, playing a crucial role in his team’s title-winning campaign.

Arnav Shelar – Best Fielder of the Final

Arnav Shelar was exceptional on the field, making a significant impact in the final with 3 catches, 2 stumpings, and 1 run-out. His sharp reflexes and awareness played a crucial role in his team’s triumph.

Guidance Under Coach Jayesh Utekar

The success of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Vidyalaya was driven by the expertise of coach Jayesh Utekar, who is also the founder and head coach of Saeesh Cricket Academy. His mentorship played a pivotal role in shaping the team’s performance throughout the tournament.

Conclusion

With their dominant bowling attack and match-winning performances from Om Lokhande, Advit Tiwari, and Aayush Chavan, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Vidyalaya rightfully claimed the Giles Shield championship. The tournament saw exceptional individual performances, proving that Mumbai’s school cricket circuit continues to produce remarkable young talent.