Onkar Jadhav and Parag Khanapurkar Shine as Bombay Gymkhana Triumphs in the Police Invitation Shield Tournament

In a high-octane clash during the Police Invitation Shield Cricket Tournament 2024-25, Bombay Gymkhana secured a remarkable victory over Police Gymkhana, thanks to stellar performances by Onkar Jadhav and Parag Khanapurkar.

Onkar Jadhav’s Batting Brilliance
Opening the innings, Onkar Jadhav delivered a masterclass in batting, scoring a dazzling 131 runs off 124 balls. His innings, adorned with 13 fours and 4 sixes, set the tone for Bombay Gymkhana’s commanding total of 380 runs. Jadhav’s ability to dominate bowlers while maintaining composure showcased his exceptional form and timing.

Parag Khanapurkar‘s All-Round Heroics
Captain Parag Khanapurkar played a crucial supporting role with the bat, contributing a quick-fire 54 runs off 51 balls, including 9 boundaries and a six. However, his brilliance was not limited to batting; Khanapurkar was instrumental with the ball as well, taking 3 key wickets in 16 overs, ensuring his team maintained control over the game.

Match Highlights

Bombay Gymkhana’s Bowling Attack:
While Khanapurkar led from the front, Vijay Gohil was the standout bowler, picking up 4 wickets in 20 overs to dismantle the Police Gymkhana batting lineup.

Aaryaraj Nikam’s Resilience:
Police Gymkhana’s chase was spearheaded by Aaryaraj Nikam, who scored a determined 101 runs off 129 balls, including 14 fours. Despite his efforts, the team was bowled out for 333 runs, falling 47 runs short.

This thrilling encounter highlighted the leadership and versatility of Parag Khanapurkar and the dominance ofOnkar Jadhav whose contributions steered Bombay Gymkhana to a well-deserved win.

The Police Invitation Shield Tournament 2024-25 continues to deliver gripping cricketing moments, with more action-packed matches ahead.