PPCA Mangalvedha outplayed Success 11 to register a six-wicket win in the Future Stars Cricket Championship in Sangli on Wednesday. Mangalvedha chased down the target of 120 in just 14.1 overs, finishing at 125/4. The bowling unit laid the foundation with a stellar effort, led by Ganesh Gaikwad who claimed four wickets for 28 runs in his four-over spell. He was well supported by A. Shendge with three wickets for 26 runs and S. Deshmukh, who bowled a tight spell, picking up two wickets for just eight runs in three overs.
In the chase, P. Patil led from the front with a blistering 44 off 26 balls, while A. Shelke anchored the innings with 34 off 30 balls, sealing a dominant win for PPCA.
SM18 Cricket Academy chased down a target of 147 runs set by Sagar Auti Cricket Academy (146/5 in 20 overs) in just 15.2 overs, securing a convincing six-wicket victory. The chase was spearheaded by an explosive knock from Vivek Patil, who smashed 57 runs off 29 balls, including four boundaries and five sixes. He was well supported by V. Patil, who contributed a steady 28 off 24 balls with four boundaries.
On the bowling front, S. Bargaje made notable contributions, picking up two wickets in his four overs despite conceding 40 runs.
SM18’s aggressive approach and smart partnerships sealed the game well before the final over.
The league was livestreamed on SportVot in association with FPJ.
ICL Mumbai outclass Kalina Rangers-CFF
ICL Mumbai outclassed Kalina Rangers-CFF with a staggering 13-0 victory, asserting total control throughout the match of Mumbai Premier League at Nevile D’Souza Ground, Bandra on Wednesday. With 67% possession, ICL dictated the tempo, launching 19 shots, 15 of which were on target, while limiting Kalina Rangers to just nine shots and six on target. The match saw clinical finishing and relentless attacking from ICL, leaving no room for a comeback. Despite a high-tempo game, discipline was maintained on both sides, with no fouls or cards from ICL and only two fouls by Kalina Rangers.
ICL Mumbai delivered one of the most emphatic wins of the tournament.
