In a thrilling contest that ended in a dramatic Super Over, Dwarka CA edged past RV Sports Cricket Academy to claim victory in the Late Kishor Suryawanshi Trophy (LKS Trophy) in Nashik.
Both teams put up identical totals of 150 in their 20 overs, with Sumit Natwani leading Dwarka CA’s batting with a well-crafted 51 off 40 balls, supported by S. Mankar’s 21 off 17. On the bowling front, Natwani also starred, taking 3 wickets for 25 runs, while G. Renu, M. Wagh, and K. Mankar each
claimed two wickets to keep RV Sports in check. The match reached an electrifying finish as the Super Over saw RV Sports crumble for 0 runs in just 3 balls, losing both wickets instantly. Dwarka CA easily chased down the target in just one ball, scoring 4 runs without losing a wicket, sealing a sensational win in a high-pressure finish.
CBC CC secure commanding win
CBC Cricket Club secured a commanding 32-run victory over Gavali Bandhu Avengers, thanks to a power-packed performance by Sangram Shirole, who smashed 78 off just 34 balls, hitting five fours and seven sixes at a staggering strike rate of 229.
R. Ingle provided steady support with 37 off 41 balls, helping CBC post a strong total of 185/6 in 20 overs.
In response, Gavali Bandhu Avengers struggled to keep up with the required rate, finishing at 153/6. H. Khandre led the bowling attack with an impressive 3-wicket haul for just 19 runs in 3 overs, while H. Nikale’s economical spell of 2 wickets for 9 runs in 2 overs further dented the chase. R. Ingle also chipped in with a wicket as CBC Cricket Club wrapped up a convincing win.
Majestic Pro League
Royal Fox outclassed Phoenix Blazers with a commanding 66-run victory, putting up an impressive total of 193/7 in 20 overs in the Majestic Pro League. K Khan led the charge with a brilliant 62 off 37 balls, supported by R. Khan’s fiery 38 off 21.
A late cameo from Gufran Khan, who smashed 13 off just 6 balls with a strike rate of 216, further strengthened their innings. In response, Phoenix Blazers struggled to build momentum, managing only 127/9 in their 20 overs. Gufran Khan shone with the ball as well, taking 3 wickets for just 20 runs, while A. Singh Tiwari chipped in with 2 crucial wickets. Royal Fox’s all-round dominance sealed a comfortable win.
In another match, Spin Masters delivered a dominant performance against Titan Panthers, securing a massive 143-run victory. Batting first, Spin Masters posted an imposing total of 200/2 in 20 overs, powered by S. Verma’s explosive 108 off 67 balls, which included 15 fours and 2 sixes at a strike rate of 161. Supporting contributions came from V Dehriya (33 off 28) and D. Sharma (21 off 13), who also chipped in with a wicket.
Chasing a daunting target, Titan Panthers crumbled under pressure, managing only 57 runs in 9.2 overs, thanks to a sensational bowling spell from Gagan Songotiya, who claimed 7 wickets for just 18 runs in his 4-over spell with an economy of 4.50.
Songotiya also made an impact with the bat, scoring a quickfire 23 off 12 balls with a strike rate of 191. Spin Masters showcased complete dominance in both batting and bowling, sealing an emphatic win.
Delhi Premier League
In a dominant display of attacking prowess, Sudeva Delhi FC dismantled United Bharat FC with a resounding 6-0 victory. Controlling 55% possession, Sudeva Delhi FC outclassed their opponents with 11 shots, 8 of which were on target, while United Bharat FC managed 9 shots, with only 5 on target.
The game remained disciplined, with both teams conceding just 5 fouls each and no bookings or offsides recorded. Sudeva Delhi FC also won the battle in set-pieces, earning 5 corners compared to United Bharat FC’s 2.
The emphatic win highlights Sudeva Delhi FC’s attacking efficiency and defensive solidity as they completely dominated the game
In a closely contested match, Garhwal Heroes FC secured a hard-fought 2-1 win over Vatika FC, showcasing a balanced battle on the field. With 54% possession, Garhwal Heroes FC maintained a slight edge in control and attacking play, registering 10 shots, 6 of which were on target, compared to Vatika FC’s 9 shots and 5 on target. Both teams played aggressively, with Vatika FC committing 5 fouls, while Garhwal Heroes FC had 4, receiving the only yellow card of the match. The set-piece advantage also favored Garhwal Heroes, winning 4 corners against Vatika FC’s 2. Despite Vatika FC’s strong efforts, Garhwal Heroes FC held firm to claim a well-earned victory.
Sambhaji Chashak 2025
The Sambhaji Chashak 2025 organized by the Mumbai Upanagar Kabaddi Association, concluded with an electrifying final match on Day 4. In a dominant display of skill and strategy, Jolly Krida Mandal triumphed over Prashant with a commanding 55-25 victory, securing the championship title.
The tournament witnessed intense competition throughout, with top teams battling for supremacy. Jolly Krida Mandal’s exceptional performance in the final match solidified their reputation as a powerhouse in the kabaddi circuit.
35th Sub Junior State Championship Selection Trials
The 35th Sub Junior (Girls/Boys) State Championship Selection Trial Kabaddi Tournament 2024-25, organized by the Maharashtra State Kabaddi Association, commenced with thrilling matches on the first day.
The tournament, held from January 23rd to 27th in Nashik-Manmad, witnessed intense competition across four courts in the women’s category.
Day 1 Highlights
Court 1: Pune Gramin triumphed over Sangli (35-22) in the opening match, setting the tone for the day. Pune dominated Mumbai with a massive 54-18 victory, while Nashik overpowered Usmanabad 42-10. Ratnagiri secured a hard-fought 45-36 win against Thane, and Pune continued their winning streak, defeating Solapur 34-8.
Court 2: Thane Gramin showcased their strength with a 60-24 win over Beed, while Latur outplayed Solapur 53-25. Ahmednagar delivered a stunning performance, defeating Mumbai City Pachim 65-22. Thane secured a solid 34-15 victory against Hingoli, PCMC dominated Dhule with a 41-13 win, and Ahmednagar edged past Pune City 45-42 in a nail-biting contest.
Court 3: PCMC outclassed Kolhapur 46-35, while Nandurbar pulled off a 50-35 victory against Satara. Jalna emerged victorious against Sindhudurg with a 48-30 win, and Mumbai Upnagar showcased dominance against Jalgaon with a 47-34 scoreline.
Kolhapur defeated Palghar 50-31, while Raigad and Nandurbar ended their match in an exciting 37-37 draw.
Court 4: Palghar registered a strong 55-37 victory against Dhule, and Raigad edged past Nanded 47-40. Nashik showcased complete dominance with a 51-4 win against CH.
Sambhaji Nahar. Parbhani crushed Beed 63-14, while Sangli recorded a massive 50-1 victory over Latur. In a high-scoring thriller, Satara edged out Nanded 67-63 to conclude the day’s matches.
