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Dempo Challengers Register Emphatic 87-Run Victory in GSB Unity Cup 3.0

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes || Team Allycaral 

Dempo Challengers delivered a dominant all-round performance to defeat Shamrao Tridents by 87 runs in the GSB Unity Cup 3.0 tournament organised by the Goa GSB Sports & Charitable Trust. The floodlit match was played at the MCC Ground in Margao on Thursday.


Invited to bat first, Dempo Challengers piled up an imposing 216 for 4 in their allotted 20 overs.

Half-Centuries Lay the Foundation
Tunish Sawkar (53) and Samar Dubhashi (55) were the architects of the big total, stitching together a crucial 118-run partnership for the third wicket. Tunish struck 2 boundaries and 3 sixes, while Samar’s fluent knock included 5 fours and a six.

Skipper Aditya Angle provided the late fireworks with a blistering unbeaten 39 off just 15 deliveries, smashing 4 fours and 2 sixes. Sumiran Amonkar chipped in with 23 runs. For Shamrao Tridents, Siddhant Kunde was the most successful bowler, claiming 2 wickets for 28 runs.

Chasing a daunting target of 217, Shamrao Tridents began strongly. Deval Karmali (24 off 13 balls) and Abhijit Bhandare (51 off 21 balls, 5 fours, 4 sixes) added 72 runs in just 5.3 overs for the opening wicket, raising hopes of a competitive chase.

However, skipper Aditya Angle turned the game around by clean bowling Karmali, triggering a dramatic collapse. The Tridents’ innings unravelled rapidly as they were bowled out for 129 in 16.5 overs.

Angle led from the front with the ball, finishing with impressive figures of 4 for 19. Raghuvir Gharse claimed 2 for 18, while Samar Dubhashi produced a remarkable spell of 2 for 2.

Aditya Angle was named the Desserts N More Player of the Match, while Samar Dubhashi received the Kamat Realty Hero of the Match award. The honours were presented by Dr. Sunil Kakodkar and Kapil Borkar.

Dempo Challengers – 216/4 in 20 overs
(Samar Dubhashi 55, Tunish Sawkar 53, Aditya Angle 39*, Sumiran Amonkar 23, Extras 34; Siddhant Kunde 2/28)

Shamrao Tridents – 129 all out in 16.5 overs
(Abhijit Bhandare 51, Deval Karmali 24, Rakesh Mallya 12, Extras 17; Aditya Angle 4/19, Samar Dubhashi 2/2, Raghuvir Gharse 2/18)

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RC Goa, Dempo Challengers Register Convincing Wins in PGML 5.0

Tanisha Cardozo

RC Goa and Dempo Challengers registered comfortable victories in their respective matches in the ongoing PGML 5.0 cricket tournament organised by Panjim Gymkhana at the Campal ground in Panaji.

In the first match of the day, Desserts N More Avengers, after being invited to bat, were bowled out for 108 runs in 19.5 overs. Vikas Shetty anchored the innings with a well-made 50 off 36 balls, striking two fours and three sixes, while Muktiar Kadri added 24 runs. However, the rest of the batting line-up struggled to build partnerships. Aryan Mashelkar led the bowling attack for RC Goa with an impressive spell of 3 for 16, well supported by Rajshekhar Harikant, Ramnath Gaonkar and others.

In reply, RC Goa chased down the target in just 11.3 overs despite losing five wickets. Aryan Mashelkar capped off an excellent all-round performance by scoring 31 runs off 25 balls. Captain Rajshekhar Harikant contributed 23 runs, while Ramnath Gaonkar added 19 to steady the innings. Aryan Mashelkar was adjudged Player of the Match for his impactful contributions with both bat and ball.

In the second encounter, Sun Estate Warriors batted first and were all out for 125 runs in 18.1 overs. Abhijit Bhandare played a blistering knock of 51 off just 20 balls, smashing seven fours and three sixes, while Dhilan Shah supported with 28 runs. For Dempo Challengers, Aditya Angle and Prashant Pangam picked up two wickets each to restrict the opposition.

Chasing 126 for victory, Dempo Challengers reached the target in 16.5 overs, finishing at 126 for 3. Vedant Naik produced a match-winning innings of 52 off 28 balls, which included three fours and four sixes. Sameer Chodankar added a steady 28 runs to guide the chase. Vedant Naik was named Player of the Match for his decisive contribution.

With consistent performances and competitive fixtures, the PGML 5.0 tournament continues to deliver exciting cricket action at the Panaji Gymkhana ground.

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Dempo Challengers Defeat CD Fountainhead by Six Wickets: GSB Unity Cup 3.0

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes ||Team Allycaral 

Panaji: Dempo Challengers registered a commanding six-wicket win over CD Fountainhead in the GSB Unity Cup 3.0 cricket tournament organised by the Goa GSB Sports and Charitable Trust. The match was played under lights at the MCC ground in Margao on Wednesday.


After winning the toss, Dempo Challengers elected to bowl first. Skipper Aditya Angle led from the front with an impressive spell, claiming 4 wickets for 27 runs in his four overs. He was well supported by Shridhar Keni, who picked up 3 wickets for 25 runs, while Tunish Sawkar chipped in with one wicket.

For CD Fountainhead, captain Pranav Biche fought a lone battle, scoring a brisk 53 off 29 balls, including five boundaries and four sixes. Anish Prabhudesai added 20 runs, but the rest of the batting line-up failed to build partnerships as CD Fountainhead were bowled out for 136 in 19.3 overs.

Chasing 137, Dempo Challengers made light work of the target. Sumiran Amonkar and Tunish Sawkar struck impressive half-centuries and stitched together a crucial 78-run partnership for the second wicket. Amonkar smashed 51 off 30 balls with nine fours, while Sawkar scored 50 off 29 balls, hitting four boundaries and three sixes. Dempo reached 139 for 4 in just 13.5 overs to seal the win with 37 balls remaining.

For CD Fountainhead, Vikrant Prabhu and Niraj Wagle picked up a wicket each.

Aditya Angle was presented with the Desserts N More ‘Man of the Match’ award, while Tunish Sawkar received the Kamat Realty ‘Hero of the Match’ award from Amit Kamat and Vikram Gaitonde.

Brief Scores
CD Fountainhead 136 all out in 19.3 overs
(Pranav Biche 53, Anish Prabhudesai 20, Vikrant Prabhu 17, Extras 20; Aditya Angle 4/27, Shridhar Keni 3/25, Tunish Sawkar 1/40)

Lost to
Dempo Challengers 139/4 in 13.5 overs
(Sumiran Amonkar 51, Tunish Sawkar 50, Samar Dubhashi 12, Extras 9; Vikrant Prabhu 1/37, Niraj Wagle 1/10)

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Sherwin Shaw Falcons and Baale Tigers Claim Victories in PGML 5.0 at Panaji Gymkhana

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes || Team Allycaral 

Panaji, January 19, 2026: Sherwin Shaw Falcons and Baale Tigers recorded convincing wins in the Panaji Gymkhana-organised PGML 5.0 tournament on Sunday. Matches were held at the Panaji Gymkhana Ground, Campal.



In the morning fixture, Dempo Challengers posted 193 for 5 in 20 overs, powered by Vedant Naik’s explosive 43 off 16 balls, including six sixes, and Shailesh’s 38 off 20 balls. Sherwin Shaw Falcons chased down the total, finishing at 194 for 7 in 19.5 overs. Tunish Sawkar starred with 54 off 22 balls, while Sazu Naik (30) and skipper Iftikhar Agha (28*) played crucial cameos. For Dempo Challengers, Aditya Angle claimed a remarkable 5 wickets for 26 runs.

In the afternoon clash, Manas Mavericks were restricted to 138 all out in 19.3 overs, with Dishank Prabhu Misquin scoring 55 and Ajinkya Kudtarkar contributing 28. Baale Tigers chased the target comfortably, finishing at 139 for 4 in 18.3 overs. Sandeep Dahad led the innings with 55 off 45 balls, supported by Lakshay Garg (36) and the finishing pair Samar Dubhashi (13*) and Prasad Patil. Nilesh Bhonsle was the standout bowler for Baale Tigers with 3 wickets for 27 runs.

After three matches each, Manas Mavericks (NRR +2.370) lead the standings, followed by RC Goa (+1.983), Priority Titans (+0.063), Baale Tigers (-0.046), and Sherwin Shaw Falcons (-0.717), all on four points. Dempo Challengers and Sun Estate Warriors have two points each, while Desserts N More Avengers are yet to register a win.

Brief Scores:

Dempo Challengers 193/5 (20 overs)
Vedant Naik 43, Shailesh 38, Aditya Angle 35, Vishesh Behl 32; Tunish Sawkar 1/30, Iftikhar Agha 1/40, Sandesh Barekar 1/34
Lost to Sherwin Shaw Falcons 194/7 (19.5 overs)
Tunish Sawkar 54, Sazu Naik 30, Iftikhar Agha* 28, Gourav Desai 27; Aditya Angle 5/26, Sunny 1/28

Manas Mavericks 138 all out (19.3 overs)
Dishank Prabhu Misquin 55, Ajinkya Kudtarkar 28, Vijay Nagarajan 16; Nilesh Bhonsle 3/27, Lakshya Garg 1/14, Prasad Patil 1/22, Sandeep Dahad 1/26, Vinay Palekar 1/10
Lost to Baale Tigers 139/4 (18.3 overs)
Sandeep Dahad 55, Lakshay Garg 36, Samar Dubhashi* 13; Ajinkya Kudtarkar 1/21, Amey Dongrekar 1/18

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Manas Mavericks, Priority Titans Open PGML 5.0 With Emphatic Wins

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Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral Sports Desk

The fifth edition of the Panjim Gymkhana Members League (PGML 5.0) commenced on Saturday at the Panjim Gymkhana ground, Campal, Panaji, with Manas Mavericks and Priority Titans registering convincing victories in their opening matches. The much-anticipated T20 tournament began with great enthusiasm, drawing players, officials and cricket enthusiasts in large numbers.

Earlier in the day, PGML 5.0 was formally inaugurated at the venue. The ceremony began with the toss involving team captains, umpires and the match referee, followed by a formal gathering attended by the Panjim Gymkhana President, team owners, captains, Managing Committee and Governing Council members, along with the Chief Guest. Panjim Gymkhana President Manoj Caculo welcomed the gathering, after which the Chief Guest, Goa Cricket Association President Mahesh Dessai, officially declared the tournament open by releasing balloons along with the team owners. The ceremony also featured an address by the Chief Guest, presentation of a memento and the playing of the National Anthem. GCA Secretary Tulsidas Shetye was present as the Guest of Honour.

During the function, several dignitaries were felicitated for their contributions to the sport. Rajesh Khaunte presented a memento to Mahesh Dessai, Suresh Mahadevan felicitated Tulsidas Shetye, Sarfaraz Sheikh honoured Prasad Shirsat of Golden Goa, while Manish Karapurkar felicitated Amit and Mary from Majestic, the tournament sponsors. In his address, Mahesh Dessai expressed special appreciation for Anil Pai Angle and Sandeep Naik for their guidance and continued contribution to cricket.

The cricketing action began with the opening match between Manas Mavericks and Dempo Challengers. Manas Mavericks delivered a dominant performance, posting a massive 220 for 6 in their allotted 20 overs, powered by a half-century from Vijay Nagarajan and valuable contributions from Avishkar Mone, Om Phadte and Mihir Gawde. In reply, Dempo Challengers were restricted to 132 for 9, as the Manas Mavericks bowlers shared the wickets to secure an emphatic 88-run victory.

In the second match of the day, Priority Titans continued the trend of dominant performances, scoring 198 for 5 against Sun Estate Warriors. Adeep Prabhu Miskin top-scored with a well-crafted half-century, while Jaipal Mada and Heramb Shankar Parab added crucial runs. Sun Estate Warriors were bowled out for 134 in 16.4 overs, handing Priority Titans a convincing 64-run win.

With the successful start of PGML 5.0, cricket fans can look forward to several weeks of high-quality T20 action, competitive performances and growing excitement at the Panjim Gymkhana ground.