Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral Sports Desk
MCC Thunder were crowned champions of the MCL 11 T20 Cricket Tournament after registering a convincing 25-run victory over MCC Tigers in the final played at the MCC Ground, Margao. The final witnessed an entertaining contest as Thunder produced a dominant all-round performance to seal the title in style, with Sudesh Rane being adjudged Man of the Match for his decisive contribution with both bat and ball.
Batting first, MCC Thunder set the tone early and posted an imposing total of 189 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs. Their innings was marked by aggressive stroke play and excellent momentum throughout, with Om Fadte scoring a brisk 35 off 20 balls, Sudhir Shet contributing 35 off 24 deliveries, and Ved Mahambre smashing a rapid 36 off just 15 balls. Iftikhar Agha added late impetus with an unbeaten 30 off 16 balls, ensuring Thunder finished strongly. For MCC Tigers, the bowling effort was shared among Mrunmay Das, Pranav Dhuri, Viraj Tar and Balkrishna Hodarkar, who managed to pick up wickets at regular intervals.
In reply, MCC Tigers faced an uphill task chasing 190 and were bowled out for 164 in 20 overs. Viraj Tar played a spirited knock of 32 off 15 balls, while Chaitanya Kamat top-scored with 36. Contributions from Nikit Naik Dalal and Pranav Dhuri kept hopes alive briefly, but the required rate proved too demanding.
MCC Thunder’s bowlers held their composure under pressure, with Sudesh Rane delivering a match-winning spell of 4 for 23. He was well supported by Iftikhar Agha, who claimed two wickets, and Sudhir Shet, who chipped in with one. Their disciplined bowling ensured that Thunder maintained control throughout the chase and sealed a memorable championship victory.
The prize distribution ceremony was attended by PWD Minister Digambar Kamat as chief guest, along with MCC member Sagun Naik and Raghuvir Kunkolienkar, marking a fitting conclusion to an exciting edition of the MCL 11 T20 tournament.
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