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CD Margao Mega Strikers Storm into Finals, Priority Titans Face Madgaon Royals in Eliminator 2


Margao: The Alcon GSB Unity Cup T20 Cricket Tournament, organized by Goa GSB Sports & Charitable Trust in association with Goa Saraswat Samaj, saw high-intensity clashes over the weekend at MCC Ground, Margao.

CD Margao Mega Strikers booked their spot in the grand finale after a dramatic Super Over victory against Priority Titans in Qualifier 1 on Saturday. Meanwhile, Madgaon Royals secured a dominant 8-wicket win over Canacona Mathagram United in the Eliminator, keeping their title hopes alive.

With this result, Madgaon Royals will now face Priority Titans in Eliminator 2 on March 2. The winner of this crucial clash will battle CD Margao Mega Strikers under floodlights in the grand finale on March 8.

Qualifier 1: Super Over Thriller

Batting first, CD Margao Mega Strikers posted 129 all out in 19.5 overs, with Aditya Prabhugaonkar (32)* and Animesh Prabhugaonkar (23) making key contributions. Priority Titans matched the total, scoring 129/9 in 20 overs, leading to a Super Over to decide the winner.

In the Super Over, Priority Titans managed 9/1, but CD Margao Mega Strikers chased the target in just 4 balls, scoring 11/1, sealing their place in the final.

Eliminator: Madgaon Royals Cruise to Victory

Batting first, Canacona Mathagram United struggled, managing 135/9 in 20 overs. In response, Madgaon Royals comfortably chased down the target in just 13.5 overs, scoring 137/2, thanks to stellar performances by Sanat Prabhudesai (38), Damodar Pai Patnekar (37), and Aditya Dalal (30).*

Brief Scorecard:

Qualifier 1

CD Margao Mega Strikers โ€“ 129 all out in 19.5 overs (Aditya Prabhugaonkar 32, Animesh Prabhugaonkar 23, Sandeep Dalal 19; Siddharth Ghanekar 2/14, Smitesh Divekar 2/27)
Tied with
Priority Titans โ€“ 129/9 in 20 overs (Kapil Sinai Borker 39, Pranav Biche 22; Animesh Prabhugaonkar 3/14, Anish Prabhudesai 3/19)

Super Over:
Priority Titans: 9/1 (Pranav Biche 1, Samar Dubhashi 8)
Lost to
CD Margao Mega Strikers: 11/1 in 4 balls (Yash Prabhugaonkar 6, Siddesh Prabhu Alvencar 4)

Eliminator

Canacona Mathagram United โ€“ 135/9 in 20 overs (Viraj Puranik 32, Sumiran Amonkar 29; Aditya Dalal 3/19, Kaushal Hattangadi 2/15)
Lost to
Madgaon Royals โ€“ 137/2 in 13.5 overs (Sanat Prabhudesai 38, Damodar Pai Patnekar 37, Aditya Dalal 30, Sahish Mahambrey 26; Krishnakant Hegde Desai 1/21)

Upcoming Fixture:

Eliminator 2: Priority Titans vs. Madgaon Royals โ€“ March 2, MCC Ground, Margao

The tournament is reaching its climax, and the battle for the Alcon GSB Unity Cup T20 title is heating up!

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Canacona Mathagram United, Madgaon Royals Dominate Alcon GSB Unity Cup T20


MARGAO: The Alcon GSB Unity Cup T20 cricket tournament, organized by Goa GSB Sports and Charitable Trust in association with Goa Saraswat Samaj, witnessed thrilling encounters on Saturday at the MCC Ground, Margao. Canacona Mathagram United and Madgaon Royals registered emphatic wins to strengthen their positions in the tournament.

In the opening match, Canacona Mathagram United outclassed Laziz CQS by six wickets. Laziz CQS posted 114 runs in 18 overs, with Sarvesh Prabhugaonkar (40) leading the batting effort. However, Unitedโ€™s bowling attack, spearheaded by Man of the Match Vrushab Kuncolienkar (3/16), restricted them effectively. In response, United chased down the target in just 13.5 overs, scoring 118/4, courtesy of crucial knocks from Sahil Mandrekar (36), Sumiran Amonkar (31), and Sukrut Pai (22).

In the second encounter, Madgaon Royals crushed SinQ Rangers by a massive 103-run margin. Royals set an imposing target of 201/9 in 20 overs, powered by aggressive innings from Kaushal Hattangadi (40 off 19 balls) and Granthik Buyao (39 off 14 balls). Despite Sanat Mhapneโ€™s effort with the ball (2/37), SinQ Rangers crumbled under pressure, managing only 98/9 in 11 overs. Vardhan Prabhu Misquin (36 off 16 balls) was the lone warrior for Rangers, while Granthik Buyao was named Man of the Match for his all-round performance.

Tournament Standings:
Priority Titans and CD Margao Mega Strikers currently hold the top two spots, with their clash on Sunday, February 23, set to decide the table leader. Madgaon Royals have secured third place, while Canacona Mathagram United remains in contention for the fourth slot.

Brief Scores:

Laziz CQS: 114 all out in 18 overs (Sarvesh Prabhugaonkar 40, Deval Karmali 30, Nikhil Virginkar 21; Vrushab Kuncolienkar 3/16, Kaushik Pai Fondekar 1/9)
Canacona Mathagram United: 118/4 in 13.5 overs (Sahil Mandrekar 36, Sumiran Amonkar 31, Sukrut Pai 22; Balkrishna Hodarkar 1/27)

Madgaon Royals: 201/9 in 20 overs (Kaushal Hattangadi 40, Granthik Buyao 39, Sanat Prabhudesai 28; Sanat Mhapne 2/37)
SinQ Rangers: 98/9 in 11 overs (Vardhan Prabhu Misquin 36, Sachin Kenkre 27; Shaunit Sawardekar 2/2, Mahendra Audi 2/8)

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Canacona Mathagram United and Priority Titans Dominate in Alcon GSB Unity Cup T-20


Margao: The Alcon GSB Unity Cup T-20 Tournament, organized by Goa GSB Sports & Charitable Trust in association with the Goa Saraswat Samaj, witnessed commanding victories by Canacona Mathagram United and Priority Titans on Saturday at the MCC Ground, Margao.

In a one-sided contest, Canacona Mathagram United secured a dominant 8-wicket victory over Rising Stars of Antruz. After restricting Rising Stars to 115 all out in 19.4 overs, United chased down the target in just 10.5 overs, finishing at 119/2. Viraj Puranik, who scored 40 runs and picked up 3 wickets for 17 runs, was named Man of the Match. This win marked Unitedโ€™s third victory in four matches.

In another thrilling clash, Priority Titans posted a mammoth 223/6 in 20 overs before bowling out Laziz CQS for 123 in 17.3 overs, sealing a comprehensive 100-run win. Leg-spinner Manish Kakode was the standout performer, claiming 5 wickets for 25 runs, earning him the Man of the Match title. With four wins in five matches, the Titans further strengthened their net run rate in the tournament.

Brief Scores:

Rising Stars of Antruz: 115 all out in 19.4 overs (Saeesh Prabhu Desai 29, Ashwin Kunkolienkar 18, Prasheel Kamat 14; Viraj Puranik 3/17, Sumiran Amonkar 2/19, Vrushab Kunkolienkar 1/19, Kauntey Shenvi 1/15)
Canacona Mathagram United: 119/2 in 10.5 overs (Viraj Puranik 40, Sukrut Pai 34, Sumiran Amonkar 32 not out, Vishlesh Shenvi 1/23)*

Priority Titans: 223/6 in 20 overs (Siddesh Amonkar 39, Ved Mahambre 36, Venkat Biche 27, Pranav Biche 27 not out, Deep Bhende 1/28, Ishan Hodarkar 1/30, Laxmikant Kurade 1/28)*
Laziz CQS: 123 all out in 17.3 overs (Deval Karmali 26, Rauji Kakodkar 22, Sarvesh Prabhugaonkar 19; Manish Kakode 5/25, Kapil Sinai Borker 3/17, Vikrant Prabhu 1/25, Ved Mahambre 1/9)

The tournament continues to deliver exciting cricket, with teams battling for supremacy in the Alcon GSB Unity Cup.