Written by Intern Swara Bodke || Team Allycaral
Margao: Priority Titans and CD Fountainhead recorded convincing victories in the league matches of the GSB Unity Cup 3.0 played at the MCC Ground in Margao on Saturday. The matches witnessed explosive batting displays complemented by disciplined bowling performances. The tournament is organised by Goa GSB Sports and Charitable Trust.
In the first match, Priority Titans defeated Panjim Powerplay by 45 runs. Batting first, Priority Titans posted a formidable 209/8 in 20 overs. Captain Yash Prabhugaonkar led from the front with a blistering 50 off just 19 balls, while Sahil Mandrekar contributed 48 off 27 balls. Anish Mahambre also played a crucial role with 31 runs, helping the team cross the 200-run mark.
In reply, Panjim Powerplay were bowled out for 164 in 16.3 overs. Captain Sidhit Raiturkar kept his side in the contest with a quickfire 51 off 16 balls, while Siddhant Amonkar added 30 runs. However, the target proved too steep as the Titans’ bowlers maintained control. Rajat Dalal was the pick of the bowlers with three wickets, while Yash Prabhugaonkar chipped in with two wickets to seal the victory.
In the second match, CD Fountainhead registered a comprehensive 100-run victory over Madgaon Royals CC. Batting first, CD Fountainhead piled up 215 all out in 19.2 overs. Atchut Naik Dalal smashed a rapid 51 off 19 balls, while captain Pranav Biche scored 50 off 29 balls to anchor the innings. Aditya Prabhugaonkar also made a useful contribution with 25 runs, ensuring a challenging total for the opposition.
Chasing a target of 216 runs, Madgaon Royals CC struggled to build partnerships and were eventually bowled out for 115 in 18.4 overs. Gaurish Prabhudesai top-scored with 34 runs, while Neelay Naik Dalal added 21 runs.
The Fountainhead bowlers shared the spoils, with Sankalp Bhat and Manish Kakode claiming two wickets each, while Vikrant Prabhu also picked up two wickets, guiding their team to a dominant victory.
In the first match, Yash Prabhugaonkar was adjudged the Desserts N More Player of the Match, while Sahil Mandrekar received the Kamat Realty Hero of the Match award. The awards were presented by Nilesh Prabhudesai and Gaurav Borkar.
In the second match, Pranav Biche was named the Desserts N More Player of the Match, while Atchut Naik Dalal was awarded the Kamat Realty Hero of the Match. The prizes were handed over by Naval Naik and Vikram Gaitonde.
Brief Scorecards
Priority Titans: 209/8 in 20 overs
(Yash Prabhugaonkar 50, Sahil Mandrekar 48, Anish Mahambre 31; Siddhant Amonkar 3/22)
beat Panjim Powerplay: 164 all out in 16.3 overs
(Sidhit Raiturkar 51, Siddhant Amonkar 30; Rajat Dalal 3/21, Yash Prabhugaonkar 2/37)
CD Fountainhead: 215 all out in 19.2 overs
(Atchut Naik Dalal 51, Pranav Biche 50, Aditya Prabhugaonkar 25; Gaurish Prabhudesai 2/38, Anant Prabhu Gaonkar 2/24)
beat Madgaon Royals CC: 115 all out in 18.4 overs
(Gaurish Prabhudesai 34, Neelay Naik Dalal 21; Sankalp Bhat 2/4, Manish Kakode 2/16, Vikrant Prabhu 2/28)
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