Shivaji Park Youngsters Solidify their position for A Division Promotion

Kunal Thorat has been instrumental in leading the Shivaji Park Youngsters toward a coveted promotion from the B Division to the A Division. In a crucial encounter against New Hindu Sports Club, Kunal’s exceptional bowling performance helped the Youngsters secure a vital first-innings lead, earning them three valuable points. Following this match, Shivaji Park Youngsters now have nine points from four matches, placing them second in the B Division league table.

During the match, New Hindu won the toss and elected to bat first. However, their innings quickly stumbled thanks to the early breakthroughs by Vasudev Gharat, who claimed two wickets. Kunal Thorat, along with Sanket Yashwante, unleashed a bowling display that kept New Hindu’s batsmen under relentless pressure, resulting in their collapse to just 104 runs. Kunal shone brightly with an impressive four wickets, while Sanket backed him up with three crucial scalps.

Batting second, it was imperative for the Youngsters to establish a first-innings lead to strengthen their promotion aspirations. The team rose to the occasion, with nearly every player contributing to their score of 106 for 5 in just 27 overs. After this solid performance, they declared, eager to bowl out New Hindu once more. Thanks to their commanding first-innings lead, the Youngsters secured three crucial points by the end of the match.

This season has been nothing short of memorable for the Shivaji Park Youngsters, as they find themselves just one match away from promotion to the A Division. This success is a direct result of the remarkable teamwork displayed by the entire squad. Yet, one player stands out above the rest: Kunal Thorat. As a left-arm spin bowler, Kunal has been a revelation for the Youngsters this season. He currently holds the title of the highest wicket-taker in the Kanga League for the 2024-25 season within the B Division, having claimed an astounding 20 wickets in just four matches.

Kunal’s performances have not only been consistent but truly remarkable, transforming the season into one worth remembering for the Youngsters. His ability to turn matches around with his bowling has made him the go-to bowler for the team. Each time he takes the field, he demonstrates an impressive mix of skill, strategy, and determination, always rising to the occasion whenever his captain calls upon him.

As they approach their final match, the expectations for Shivaji Park Youngsters are sky-high. With Kunal Thorat leading the charge, the team is poised to seize the opportunity and secure the promotion they so richly deserve. Kunal’s extraordinary contributions will be remembered as a pivotal part of this remarkable season, and all eyes are on the Youngsters as they aim for A Division glory.