DTDC Sports Club’s fighting spirit stands tall, but Mafatlal SC edge past in a last-ball thriller to claim Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Cup 2025

Mumbai, April 12: In what turned out to be one of the most electrifying finals of the season, Mafatlal SC held their nerve to pull off a last-ball win against a valiant DTDC Sports Club side in the grand finale of the RCF T20 Cricket Tournament 2025 for the Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Cup. The tournament was organized by the RCF Sports Club under the aegis of the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) at the RCF ground.

Anis Chaudhary Best Batsman of the Tournament Batting first, DTDC Sports Club set the stage ablaze with a power-packed total of 203 for 7. Their top order fired with precision and aggression — Gautam Waghela played a stylish knock of 62 off 36 balls (4 fours, 3 sixes), while Omkar Ghule was explosive in his 30-ball 57 (3 fours, 4 sixes). Anish Choudhary continued his dream form with a valuable 38, anchoring the innings when needed most.

Despite the daunting target, Mafatlal SC found a savior in Dashrath Chavan, whose blistering unbeaten 103 off just 45 balls (9×4, 7×6) turned the tide. With wickets falling around him, Dashrath stood like a rock, steering his team home in dramatic fashion. He was aptly awarded Man of the Match and Best Fielder for his all-round brilliance. Saurabh Singh also contributed significantly with 38 runs and a tidy spell of 2/32.

DTDC’s bowlers — Saksham Parashar (2/33) and Pratik Mishra (2/42) — bowled with heart, making the chase a tough one till the final delivery. The contest went right down to the wire, but Mafatlal SC crossed the finish line with three wickets in hand.

Though the trophy slipped away this time, DTDC Sports Club remarkable consistency deserves rich applause. This was their third participation in the tournament — having reached the semi-final once, qualified for the finals twice, and even lifting the championship once. Their journey is a testament to their growing stature and reliability as a top cricketing outfit.

Anish Choudhary’s standout tournament performance earned him the Best Batsman award, while Mafatlal’s Kartik Mishra was declared the Best Bowler for his spell of 2/31 in the final.

Vedant Murkar of DTDC Sports Club was declared as the Man of the Series in DR. Babasaheb Ambedkar T20 cup 2025.

Brief Scores (Final):
DTDC Sports Club – 203/7 in 20 overs (Gautam Waghela 62, Omkar Ghule 57, Anish Choudhary 38; Kartik Mishra 2/31, Saurabh Singh 2/32)
Mafatlal SC – 204/7 in 20 overs (Dashrath Chavan 103* (45b), Saurabh Singh 38; Saksham Parashar 2/33, Pratik Mishra 2/42)
Result: Mafatlal SC won by 3 wickets

DTDC may have finished runners-up, but their legacy of consistent excellence in the tournament continues to grow stronger with each season.’