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Legal Titans Stay in Semifinal Race; United Brothers Extend Winning Streak in Advocates Cricket League

Tanisha Cardozo

Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral Sports Desk

Legal Titans and United Brothers produced impressive performances in Sunday’s Advocates Cricket League 2025–26 T20 matches at the Chicalim ground, Vasco, keeping fans engaged with competitive cricket. United Brothers continued their dominant run by registering their fourth consecutive victory, while Legal Titans stayed alive in the race for the semifinals with a convincing win.

In the opening encounter, Lotlikar Lions set a challenging total of 167 for 8 in their 20 overs. Venkatesh Rathod led the charge with a powerful 79 off 40 balls, striking seven fours and four sixes, while Prashant Borkar added a steady 45. Legal Titans responded strongly with the ball, as Satchit Mauskar delivered a standout spell to claim four wickets, well supported by Jeevan Divkar who picked up two.

Chasing the target, Legal Titans made light work of the chase, racing to 168 for 4 in just 15 overs. Pravin Gawas played a blistering knock of 68 from 37 balls, smashing six fours and five sixes, while Satyam Ghogale contributed a solid 37 to seal a morale-boosting victory and keep their semifinal hopes intact.

In the second match, United Brothers were bowled out for 134 in 17.3 overs, with Rahul Shet, Dattaraj Gawas and Dattaraj Parab providing key contributions. Risers’ bowlers Dattaraj Arondekar and Sandeep Naik picked up three wickets apiece to restrict the total.

However, Risers failed to capitalise on the modest target and were dismissed for 106 in 18.1 overs. Raghu Parab starred with the ball for United Brothers, claiming four wickets, while Dattaraj Parab added two more to complete a comfortable win.

With these results, United Brothers moved to the top of the table with eight points from four matches, pushing 18 Juners to second place. Legal Titans remain firmly in contention and are set to face the unbeaten United Brothers next, a clash that could prove decisive in shaping the semifinal line-up of the tournament.

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18 Juners and Risers Register Thrilling Wins in Advocates Cricket League

Tanisha Cardozo

Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral Sports Desk

Competitive cricket took centre stage at the Chicalim Ground, Vasco, as 18 Juners and Risers registered hard-fought victories in the Advocates Cricket League T20 tournament on Saturday. Impressive performances from Viraj Tar, Akash Kassar, and Kalpesh Kamat ensured both encounters remained closely contested, much to the delight of the spectators. With these results, 18 Juners joined United Brothers in the semifinals, while four teams continue to battle for the remaining two spots.

In the first match, Legal Titans set a challenging total of 161 for 7 in their 20 overs, with Sachin Ramnathkar and Satyam Ghogale contributing 38 runs each and Satchit Mauskar remaining unbeaten on 24. The bowling attack of 18 Juners kept things tight, with Kashinath Posnaik, Rohan Shirodkar, and Viraj Tar picking up two wickets apiece.

Chasing the target, 18 Juners were guided by a decisive innings from Viraj Tar, who struck a composed 62. Pradosh Dangui added valuable support with 27, and the team benefited from crucial extras to reach 162 for 7 in 19.5 overs, sealing victory with three balls to spare despite resistance from Legal Titans bowler Prasad Vaigankar.

In the second match of the day, Lawyer Challengers posted a competitive 179 for 6, built on solid contributions from Dattaprasad Shirodkar, Achit Shigwan, and Vrusaj Talaulikar. Risers responded with confidence as Akash Kassar and Kalpesh Kamat struck fine half-centuries to anchor the chase. Shubham Gadekar’s unbeaten 28, featuring three sixes, ensured Risers crossed the target at 182 for 5 in 19.1 overs to register a five-wicket win.

With the league stage nearing its conclusion, the Advocates Cricket League T20 continues to deliver exciting contests, setting the stage for an eagerly awaited semifinal round.