Western Railway Clinch F-Division Title in MCA Corporate Trophy Final

Mumbai: The grand finale of the MCA Corporate Trophy (F-Division) at the iconic Wankhede Stadium saw Western Railway Traffic Sports Club crowned champions after a thrilling 10-run victory over Citi Bank. The match was marked by a sensational bowling performance from Rahul Thakur, who played a pivotal role in securing the title.

Citi Bank won the toss and chose to field first in the high-stakes final. Western Railway set a competitive total of 175/5, thanks to an outstanding knock of 84 runs by Karan, supported by Tushar’s steady contribution of 45 runs. The duo’s partnership provided the foundation for a strong target.

In the second innings, Citi Bank began their chase confidently but were soon undone by a stellar spell from Rahul Thakur. The right-arm bowler delivered a match-winning performance, taking 3 crucial wickets while conceding just 17 runs in his 4 overs. His precise line and variations left the opposition batsmen struggling. Akshay Girap added to the pressure with an equally impressive effort, claiming 3 wickets in his 3 overs.

Despite a fighting effort from Citi Bank’s batting lineup, they fell short of the target, handing Western Railway a well-deserved victory in the final.

 Rahul Thakur, who was undoubtedly the hero of the match, said, “Playing the final at Wankhede and contributing to the team’s success is a dream come true. The pitch had something for the bowlers, and I’m glad I could capitalize on it.”

This win capped off a remarkable campaign for Western Railway Traffic Sports Club, underlining their dominance and composure in the biggest match of the tournament.