Action from Youth Championship Football match in Borivali on Saturday. |
Vasai Virar UFA delivered a commanding performance, defeating CFCI Avengers 3-1 in the Youth Championship football match in Borivali on Saturday. Controlling 59% possession, Vasai Virar UFA capitalised on their dominance, registering four shots, all on target, compared to CFCI’s two shots on target. Vasai Virar UFA’s efficiency extended to set-pieces, making the most of their two corners, while CFCI managed just one. The decisive victory highlighted Vasai Virar UFA’s attacking precision and solid game control.
In another match, UFA showcased their dominance in a thrilling 4-2 win over Shrima FC. Controlling 58% possession, UFA made the most of their opportunities, with all four of their shots on target finding the net. Shrima FC put up a spirited fight with three shots on target, but it wasn’t enough to overturn UFA’s attacking edge.
Shrima FC had more corners (4), but UFA’s clinical finishing secured a well-deserved victory in this engaging encounter.
Dhruv Kashyap |
LB Shastri CC thrash Royal CA
LB Shastri Cricket Club clinched a dominant victory over Royal CA in the Haryana Titans Championship in Delhi NCR on Saturday. Royal CA was bundled out for just 92 runs in 7.4 overs, thanks to a sensational bowling spell by Dhruv Kashyap, who claimed four wickets for 15 runs in his four overs. He was well-supported by S. Thakur, who took three wickets for 11 runs in three overs.
Chasing a modest target, LB Shastri CC cruised to 94/1 in just 17 overs, powered by a blistering 50 off 28 balls by N. Patel, which included seven fours and three sixes, and an explosive 30 off 16 balls by M. Manthan.
Gyanti CA secured an impressive five-wicket victory over Atomica Sports in a thrilling match. Atomica Sports posted 118/8 in 13.1 overs, but GCA chased down the target with five wickets in hand. Ankit Bist delivered a stellar all-round performance, scoring 33 runs off 17 balls. He also shone with the ball, taking two wickets in four overs while conceding only 23 runs. A. Ahaan supported with a brilliant bowling spell, claiming three wickets for 23 runs in 4 overs.
In the chase, T. Tanmay contributed 30 runs off 17 balls with five fours and a six, while A. Arnav’s explosive 28 runs off just eight balls, sealed the victory for Gyanti CA.
Ankit Bist |
Nashik Shahar outplay Beed
Nashik Shahar showcased their dominance with a 46-29 victory over Beed in the women’s category of the 72nd Senior Men’s and Women’s State Selection Championship Kabaddi Tournament 2024-25 in Thane on Saturday. Pune City outplayed Sindhudurg with a convincing 34-17
win. Sangli proved their strength by defeating Dhule 43-27, and Thane Gramin delivered a commanding performance, securing a 55-26 triumph against Nanded.
The men’s matches witnessed intense battles, with Dhule overpowering Beed 49-9 and Kolhapur showcasing their supremacy with a 45-14 win over Dharashiv. Ratnagiri edged past Parbhani 33-26, while Ratnagiri and Kolhapur played out a thrilling 27-27 tie. Nashik Shahar emerged victorious in a nail-biting 35-33 encounter against Parbhani, and Palghar displayed sheer dominance by defeating Beed 28-4.
