Victory Cricket Club’s Mahek Pokar smashed the first century of the fifth edition of Late Arjun Madhvi Women’s Trophy as she plundered 112 runs off 101 balls against Sports Field Cricket Club on Friday in Thane to help her team register a humongous win of 202 runs.
Pokar’s power-packed innings that was laced with 20 fours steered Victory Cricket Club to a formidable score of 293/4 in 40 overs. Alongside this right-handed opening batter, her partner, Alina Mulla (61) stitched 184-run partnership to set the tone of the match. While the opening pair of Victory Cricket Club went hammer and tongs, the bowlers of Sports Field Cricket Club had no answers to stop the run flow. The only silver lining in the dark bowling cloud of Sports Field Cricket Club was Aakruti Bhoir, who, albeit bleeding 59 runs in her eight over spell, scalped two wickets.
Chasing a mammoth 294 for a win, Sports Field Cricket Club’s batting collapsed like a pack of cards. They were bowled out for a paltry 91 in 30.1 overs. Apart from Priyanka Rathod (31) and Palak Dharamshi (29) none of the batters looked in shape. For Victory Cricket Club, Aleena Khan stood out with the ball as she snapped three wickets conceding just 27 runs in her eight overs, including one maiden.
Having suffered a crushing defeat, Sports Field Cricket Club have made their way out of the tournament. Victory Cricket Club, on the other hand, have advanced to the next stage.
Brief Scores: Victory Cricket Club 293/4 in 40 overs (M Pokar 112; A Bhoir 2/59) beat Sports Field Cricket Club 91 all out in 30.1 overs (P Rathod 31; A Khan 3/27) by 202 runs
This Article is written by Juili Balal
Regal Cricket Club defeated Sporting Union Club by six wickets on Tuesday in the second match of the fifth edition of the Late Arjun Madhvi Women’s Trophy.
Chasing a modest total of 154 for a win, Regal Cricket Club overhauled the target in just 26.4 overs at the loss of four wickets. Chetana Bisht (36) led the run chase from the front and found able allies in Jetsun Chi (35 not out), Akanksha Mishra (32) Harshal Jadhav (27). While Manasi Chavan (2/30) stood out with the ball for her team picking up two wickets, that wasn’t enough to stop the free-flowing batters of Regal Cricket Club.
Early in the day, winning the toss and electing to bat first, Sporting Union Club scored 153/9 in 39 overs. Chavan top scored with 24. Deepali Shelar (14 not out) was only the other major contributor with the bat. Sporting Union Club found it difficult to score against the bowlers of Regal Cricket Club as they bowled probing lines and lengths to pick wickets at regular intervals. Bisht, Vaishnavi Iyengar, Komal Jadhav, Gauri Kadam, and Priyadarshani Singh scalped one wicket apiece.
With this loss, it is curtains for Sporting Union Club in this tournament. On the other hand, Regal Cricket Club have qualified for the next level.
Brief Scores: Sporting Union Club 153/9 in 39 overs (M Chavan 24; C Bisht 1/9) lost to Regal Cricket Club 154/4 in 26.4 overs (C Bisht 36; M Chavan 2/30) by 6 wickets
This article is written by Juili Ballal.
Cricketgraph’s interview with “Mr.Fitness” aka Amogh Pandit was quite informative.
Amogh is hailed as one of the top Strength & Conditioning Coaches in India. He is serving as Strength and Conditioning Coach with Mumbai Ranji Team for the last 17 years.
Amogh has also served as Strength and conditioning coach for Rajasthan Royals (Indian premier league). He has also been a conditioning specialist with India A team. Amogh is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist with top level certifications like CSCS the NSCA, USA.
When you talk about cricket in Mumbai, there are two types of batsman. The first breed is the group of current senior players of Mumbai who have growned up watching as well as playing Red Ball Cricket. The ones who are known for their traditional cricketing shots, classy batting and old school technique. The 2nd breed is thriving of energetic youngsters who will soon be the future of Mumbai as well as Indian Cricket.
The 2nd breed of youngsters are completely different personalities with them putting more emphasis on white ball cricket and its not their fault either as T20’s are played more than Tests and ODI’s in today’s era. They prefer to play faster, they have the whackiest of shots and for them playing fast is not just a necessity but it’s their natural game.
And when we talk about Jay Bista, he is the fortunate hybrid Cricketer with the best of both the worlds. Born on 23rd December 1995 , at the age of 23, Jay is right there at the middle of two generations where he gets to see two different worlds of cricket. With experienced team mates like Suryakumar Yadav, Siddhesh Lad, Aditya Tare, Shreyas Iyer & Dhawal Kulkarni, Jay gets to witness proper classical red ball cricket whenever he gets a chance to represent the Mumbai team in the longer format of the game. Jay gets to see the sanctity of test cricket, the nitty-gritties of patience, solid technique, classical shots from the 1st breed of his senior mates while he has his own game of wizardy with the bat & athletic fielding abilities making him a perfect recipe for a modern day t20 player.
With the advent of T20 Cricket rising, new shots being innovated every day and playing fast & furious being the latest trend, Jay is well versed with that world of cricket too with aggressive brand of batting being his natural game.
In a candid interview with Cricketgraph, we throwed upon a lot of questions at him which he gracefully answered:
When we asked him how it all started, Jay said “From the age of 2, i was in to this game as my mom had told me from that age itself I was crazy for the game. I started practicing from the age of 8 but when I was 12, that’s when I started thinking about it professionally”
Born & brought up in Mumbai, the 23yr old studied at Bhadra New High School and later went to the famed Shardashram Vidyamandir School which has given Mumbai some of the finest first class & national level cricketers. Jay finished his further studies from Ramniranjan Jhunjhunwala College while he is getting trained under coaching of Vinod Raghavan Sir.
Jay has represented Mumbai team at U14, U16, U19, U23 as well as the senior team while he plays club cricket representing Victory CC in Mumbai. When we asked him to share some of his most memorable performances, Jay shared with us- “Getting 136 something last year in my comeback game against Saurashtra, a double hundred in the finals of U23 One Day Tournament, a 4th innings ton of 126 runs while chasing vs Baroda and my recent hundred in T20 mumbai (where he scored 110 off mere 60 balls for Sobo Supersonics) are some of my memorable performances so far.
Known for his eccentric and innovative shots including his famous version of “Bista Scoop”, Jay feels thankful to his parents and Coach Vinod Raghavan Sir for whatever he has achieved so far. When we asked him his long term goals, Jay smartly answered” –“I believe in living in the present, I don’t have a long term plan, I just want to win games for whichever teams I play for and keep performing consistently”
Team Cricketgraph wishes him all the luck for a great career ahead as he keeps entertaining one and all with his risqué shots and stylish batting.
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.
Knockout cricket brought a shift in intensity as the Thane Premier League 2026 moved into its quarter-final stage on May 5 at Dadoji Kondadev Stadium. With a place in the semi-finals on the line, both matches delivered high-quality performances and moments that defined the pressure of knockout cricket.
Eknath Shinde CC I storm into semis with dominant chase
The first quarter-final saw Eknath Shinde Cricket Club I take on Thane Warriors Cricket Academy in what began as a competitive contest but quickly turned into a one-sided chase.
Batting first, Thane Warriors Cricket Academy posted a solid 170/6. The innings was built around two key contributions Rudra Dhanday’s 72 off 39 balls and Ayush Budana’s 64 off 41 balls, giving their side a fighting total. With the ball, Shashikant Kadam (3 wickets) and Vivek Shelar (2 wickets) kept things under control for Eknath Shinde CC I.
But the chase completely changed the narrative
Eknath Shinde CC I came out with intent and never looked under pressure. Hardik Tamore produced a sensational unbeaten 100 off just 45 balls, while Akhil Herwadkar supported brilliantly with 66 off 38 balls. The duo ensured the target was chased down inside just 14 overs, sealing a massive 9-wicket win and underlining their dominance.
Hardik Tamore’s match-winning century earned him the Man of the Match award.
Boys CC edge thriller to knock out Eknath Shinde CC II
The second quarter-final had a completely different story tight, tense, and decided by the finest of margins.
Batting first, Boys Cricket Club put up an imposing 236/6. The innings was powered by Anish Chaudhary’s explosive 97 off 40 balls and Srujan Athawale’s well-constructed 82 off 52 balls, setting up a challenging total. For Eknath Shinde CC II, Amit Pandey stood out with an impressive 4-wicket haul.
In reply, Eknath Shinde CC II fought till the very end. Dhrumil Matkar (65 off 38) and Suved Parkar (55 off 28) kept the chase alive and brought the game deep into the final stages.
However, Boys Cricket Club held their nerve under pressure. Yash Singh picked up 3 crucial wickets, while Saurabh Singh added 2, helping restrict the opposition just short of the target. In the end, Boys Cricket Club secured a thrilling 4-run victory to book their place in the semi-finals.
For his impactful knock at the top, Anish Chaudhary was named Man of the Match.
Brief Scores
Quarter Final 1:
Thane Warriors Cricket Academy – 170/6 (20 overs)
Eknath Shinde Cricket Club I – 171/1 (14 overs)
Eknath Shinde CC I won by 9 wickets
Man of the Match: Hardik Tamore (100 off 45)
Quarter Final 2:
Boys Cricket Club – 236/6 (20 overs)
Eknath Shinde Cricket Club II – 232/??
Boys Cricket Club won by 4 runs
Man of the Match: Anish Chaudhary (97 off 40)
With two contrasting games one dominated by a fearless chase and the other decided in the final moments the quarter-finals have set up the Thane Premier League 2026 for an exciting run into the semi-finals.
The Thane Premier League 2026 continued to build momentum with two contrasting contests on Day 4 at Dadoji Kondadev Stadium one a one-sided chase, the other a hard-fought battle decided by a strong bowling effort.
Saludar HC cruise with dominant chase
In Match 7, Saludar H.C. faced KRP XI and delivered one of the most commanding performances of the tournament so far.
After opting to field, Saludar H.C. kept things tight and restricted KRP XI to 142/9 in 20 overs. The bowlers shared the responsibility well, ensuring KRP never got the momentum needed for a bigger total, with Royston Dias and Harikesh Yadav taking 3 wickets each, while Pragnesh Kanpillewar chipped in with 2 wickets.
Chasing 143, Saludar H.C. made it look effortless. The highlight of the innings was Atharva Kale, who played a blistering knock of 80 runs off just 30 balls, completely taking the game away from the opposition. He was well supported by Harsh Mogaveera, who remained unbeaten on 49, as the team chased down the target comfortably.
Saludar H.C. sealed the win by 9 wickets, with Atharva Kale rightfully earning the Man of the Match award for his match-winning innings.
A.T. Sports hold nerve in competitive clash
Match 8 saw A.T. Sports take on NBEE Sports Club in a game that had a very different feel competitive, tight, and decided by key moments.
Batting first, A.T. Sports posted a fighting total of 197 in 20 overs. The innings was built on useful contributions across the lineup, Gautam Kale’s 58 standing out as the backbone of the total. Aditya Rane of AT sports took 5 wickets in 4 overs and Prathamesh Mahale took 2 wickets.
In reply, NBEE Sports Club started steadily but couldn’t maintain the pace required. Despite some resistance in the middle order, they were restricted to 157/9 in 20 overs.
The turning point came with the ball, where Satyam Choudhary produced a match-winning spell, picking up 5 wickets and breaking the backbone of the chase. His performance ensured A.T. Sports stayed ahead throughout the second innings.
A.T. Sports secured a solid 20-run victory, with Satyam Choudhary being named Man of the Match for his exceptional bowling effort.
Brief Scores
Match 7:
KRP XI – 142/9 (20 overs)
Saludar H.C. – 143/1
Saludar H.C. won by 9 wickets.
Man of the Match: Atharva Kale (80 off 30)
Match 8:
A.T. Sports – 197 (20 overs)
NBEE Sports Club – 157/9 (20 overs)
A.T. Sports won by 20 runs
Man of the Match: Satyam Choudhary (5 wickets)
As the tournament progresses, the pattern keeps shifting some matches dominated by batters, others decided by bowlers stepping up at the right time. That unpredictability is exactly what’s making the Thane Premier League 2026 so engaging.
At Parsee Gymkhana in Azad Maidan, the President Cup for Kanga Knockout teams delivered a strong statement from Canara Vijay Cricket Club, driven by one name that kept coming up again and again Siddhesh Jadhav.
In their first clash against Young Social Cricket Club, the opposition posted 123/8 in 20 overs after being put in to bat. Mann Bhanushali stood out with the ball, picking up 3 wickets in his 3 overs to keep things tight.
But the chase quickly turned into a one-sided affair.
Siddhesh Jadhav took control of the innings with a fluent 51 off just 30 balls, laced with 8 boundaries and a six. He set the tone early, making sure there was no pressure on the batting unit. Alongside him, Rajkumar Pal anchored the innings with a composed 50 off 39 balls. The duo ensured Canara Vijay Cricket Club, cruised to victory in just 14 overs, sealing the match by 8 wickets.
If that performance set the tone, the next match confirmed it wasn’t a one-off.
Facing Sporting Union Club, Canara Vijay Cricket Club once again delivered with the bat, posting a commanding 180/6. And once again, Siddhesh Jadhav led from the front, scoring a solid 55 off 41 balls. He was well supported by Shivam Varma, who added a brisk 57 off 37 balls, building a total that always looked out of reach.
The bowlers then took over.
Sporting Union Club never found momentum in the chase and were bundled out for just 78. Rahul Singh and Ashwinee Gupta did the bulk of the damage with 3 wickets each, while Siddhesh Jadhav chipped in with a wicket to cap off an all-round performance.
Two matches. Two impactful innings.
A crucial wicket. Siddhesh Jadhav didn’t just perform he controlled games, dictated tempo, and ensured his team stayed ahead in every phase. Back-to-back performances like these don’t just win matches, they build campaigns.
The 34th LIC Kalpesh Koli Memorial Tournament witnessed a gripping contest between Kandivali Center and Borivali Center at the Hindu Sporting Club, delivering a game full of momentum shifts and standout individual performances.
After winning the toss, Kandivali Center opted to bat first, aiming to put up a strong total on the board. However, their innings was kept in check by a disciplined Borivali bowling attack. Kandivali Center were eventually bowled out for 226 in 60 overs. The standout performers with the ball were Abdulla Khatri and Kunal Sharma, who dismantled the batting lineup with precision, picking up 4 wickets each and ensuring Kandivali never fully settled.
In response, Borivali Center produced a commanding batting display that turned the game on its head. They posted a massive 413 runs in 79 overs, taking complete control of the match. At the heart of this dominant innings was Arham Jain, who delivered a remarkable knock under pressure.
Arham Jain’s 117 runs off 118 balls, decorated with 9 fours and 7 sixes, was a masterclass in patience, shot selection, and temperament. He anchored the innings brilliantly, building partnerships and ensuring Borivali capitalized on every opportunity to push the score forward. His innings stood out not just for the numbers, but for the control and maturity he displayed throughout.
Despite Borivali’s dominance, Kandivali Center found a ray of hope through Sanchit Gawade, who delivered an exceptional bowling spell. He picked up 6 wickets in 17 overs, fighting hard to keep his side in contention and showcasing his ability to break crucial partnerships.
Overall, the match belonged to Borivali Center, powered by a complete team performance and highlighted by Arham Jain’s outstanding century, which proved to be the defining moment of the game.
Day 3 of the Thane Premier League 2026 kept the momentum going with another pair of one-sided contests at Dadoji Kondadev Stadium, where teams batting first once again took control and didn’t let it slip.
Thane Warrior CA dominate with bat and ball
In the first match of the day, Thane Warrior Cricket Academy faced Benetton Club and made their intent clear right after winning the toss and choosing to bat.
They posted a commanding 224/4, built around a standout innings from Rudra Dhanday, who anchored and accelerated the innings brilliantly with 112 off 55 balls, including 14 fours and 5 sixes. It was the kind of knock that completely shifted the game in their favor.
Defending the total, Thane Warrior CA stayed in control throughout. Arpan Das led the bowling effort with an impressive 4-wicket spell, ensuring Benetton Club never got close to the target. They were eventually bowled out for 143, handing Thane Warrior CA a convincing 81-run victory.
With impact in both momentum and scoreboard pressure, Rudra Dhanday was named Man of the Match.
FT XI mirror the script with another commanding win
The second match followed a very similar pattern. SKCAS opted to field first after winning the toss, but FT XI made them rethink that decision quickly.
Batting first, FT XI put up a strong 228/5, with Anil Ronanki leading the charge through a powerful 85 off 45 balls, striking 7 fours and 6 sixes. His innings gave FT XI the edge early and allowed the rest of the lineup to build around it.
In response, SKCAS struggled to maintain the required rate and kept losing wickets at key moments. They finished on 163/9, well short of the target.
The bowling highlight came from Vinay Kumar, who picked up 4 wickets in his spell, breaking any chance of a comeback and keeping the pressure firmly on the opposition.
FT XI wrapped up the match with a 65-run win, with Anil Ronanki earning the Man of the Match award for his crucial innings.
Brief Scores
Match 5:
Thane Warrior Cricket Academy – 224/4 (20 overs)
Benetton Club – 143 all out
Thane Warrior Cricket Academy won by 81 runs
Man of the Match: Rudra Dhanday
Match 6:
FT XI – 228/5 (20 overs)
SKCAS – 163/9 (20 overs)
FT XI won by 65 runs
Man of the Match: Anil Ronanki
Three days in, a clear trend is emerging teams setting big totals are putting themselves in complete control. If chasing sides don’t find answers soon, this pattern might continue deeper into the tournament.
The Thane Premier League 2026 continued to deliver high-scoring drama and standout individual performances as Day 2 unfolded at Dadoji Kondadev Stadium.
Anish Chaudhary lights up the night with a stunning century
The third match of the tournament, played on May 2, saw a run-fest between Thane GST XI and Boys Cricket Club Dombivli.
After winning the toss, Boys Cricket Club made full use of the batting conditions and then some. They posted a massive 262/6 in 20 overs, driven by a breathtaking innings from Anish Chaudhary. His 103 off just 36 balls was pure dominance, packed with 4 fours and 12 sixes. At the other end, Srujan Athawale played the perfect supporting role, adding 61 off 34 balls with clean stroke play.
For Thane GST XI, Wasim Ashraf tried to pull things back with 3 wickets in 3 overs, while Yash Chavan chipped in with two.
Chasing a daunting target, Thane GST XI fought hard but couldn’t quite keep up with the required rate. They were eventually bowled out for 207. Sahil Phegade led the bowling effort with 3 wickets, while Shreyash Gurav and Yash Singh picked up two each to seal a 55-run win for Boys Cricket Club.
Anish Chaudhary explosive century made him the obvious choice for Man of the Match.
Atharva Ankolekar anchors Union CC to a composed chase
The second match of the day brought a different kind of contest more controlled, but equally competitive as Sportsman Cricket Club faced Union Cricket Club.
Sportsman CC, after opting to bat, struggled to build momentum and were bowled out for 147. The damage was done largely by Union CC’s disciplined bowling attack, with Atharva Ankolekar and Aryan Kadam taking 3 wickets each, while Divyansh Saxena added two to the tally.
In response, Union Cricket Club approached the chase with patience. Atharva Ankolekar stepped up once again, this time with the bat, scoring a steady 56* off 47 balls, including 4 fours and 2 sixes. His innings ensured there were no late hiccups as Union CC chased down the target comfortably, winning by 4 wickets.
For his all-round contribution, Atharva Ankolekar was named Man of the Match.
Brief Scores
Match 3:
Boys Cricket Club Dombivli – 262/6 (20 overs)
Thane GST XI – 207 all out
Boys Cricket Club Dombivli won by 55 runs
Man of the Match: Anish Chaudhary
Match 4:
Sportsman Cricket Club – 147 all out
Union Cricket Club – 148/6
Union Cricket Club won by 4 wickets
Man of the Match: Atharva Ankolekar
Two days in, and the Thane Premier League is already showing its range big centuries, disciplined bowling, and composed chases. If this rhythm continues, the tournament is only going to get more intense from here.
A tense, last-over finish lit up the USAC 2026 Development U11 A clash in New Jersey, where Knight Riders Hawks edged past Jersey Titans Knights in a nail-biter.
Batting first, Knight Riders Hawks put up 132/9 in their 25 overs. The innings was built around a standout performance from Yash Nahar, who played with confidence and control under pressure. His 72 off 61 balls wasn’t just the highest score of the match, it was the backbone of the innings. Mixing patience with aggression, he found the boundary regularly, striking 4 fours and 4 sixes, and kept the scoreboard moving when wickets fell around him.
In response, Jersey Titans Knights gave it everything. The chase stayed alive till the very end, with their batters keeping the required rate within reach. However, the Knight Riders Hawks bowlers held their nerve in the crucial moments, preventing the final push.
Jersey Titans Knights finished at 130/5 in their 25 overs, falling just 2 runs short in what turned out to be a gripping contest.
It was a game that had momentum swinging both ways, but in the end, Yash Nahar’s composed and match-defining knock proved to be the difference as Knight Riders Hawks secured a thrilling 2-run victory.
New Jersey: In a one-sided league clash of the USAC 2026 Development U15 tournament, Knight Riders Destroyers delivered a dominant all-round performance to defeat Jersey Titans Helios by 10 wickets in a 40-over encounter.
After being put into bat, Jersey Titans Helios struggled to find any rhythm against a disciplined bowling attack. They were eventually bowled out for just 88 runs in 29 overs. The Knight Riders bowlers kept things tight from the start, never allowing the batters to settle. Rishaan Bhandary led the charge with 3 wickets, while Thaman Dilip and Aryan Jain chipped in with 2 wickets each, ensuring constant pressure throughout the innings.
Chasing a modest target, Knight Riders Destroyers made their intent clear right away. The highlight of the match was Aarav Patel, who played with confidence and control, taking the attack to the opposition bowlers. He smashed 44 runs off just 28 balls, including 6 crisp boundaries and a six, making the chase look effortless.
The Destroyers wrapped up the game in just 8 overs without losing a single wicket, sealing a comprehensive victory.
Aarav Patel’s fluent knock stood out as the defining moment of the match, showcasing both composure and aggressive stroke play.
A complete performance from Knight Riders Destroyers, with both bat and ball firing in sync, while Aarav Patel emerged as the star who finished things in style.