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

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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 – 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 – 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 – 135/9 in 20 overs (Viraj Puranik 32, Sumiran Amonkar 29; Aditya Dalal 3/19, Kaushal Hattangadi 2/15)
Lost to
Madgaon Royals – 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 – 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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Priority Titans Storm into Top 4 with Fifth Victory in Alcon GSB Unity Cup

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MARGAO: Priority Titans continued their dominant run in the Alcon GSB Unity Cup T20 Cricket Tournament, organized by Goa GSB Sports & Charitable Trust in collaboration with Goa Saraswat Samaj, securing their fifth victory by defeating Madgaon Royals by four wickets under the lights on Thursday.

Winning the toss, Priority Titans opted to bowl first. Despite resistance from Damodar Pai Patnekar (36) and Kartik Hattangadi (32 off 17 balls), Madgaon Royals struggled to build momentum and were bowled out for 132 runs in 19.5 overs. Titans’ bowlers Smitesh Divekar (2/7), Manish Kakode (2/12), and Vikrant Prabhu (2/22) ensured a disciplined attack.

In response, Priority Titans chased down the target in 19.1 overs, with Samar Dubhashi (36), Sachin Sardesai (26), Anish Mahambre (22), and Siddharth Ghanekar (unbeaten 20) guiding the team home. Manish Kakode, for his stellar bowling performance, was named Man of the Match.

With this win, Priority Titans have secured a spot in the Top 4 with 10 points, strengthening their bid for the knockout stage. Meanwhile, despite the loss, Madgaon Royals remain in contention for the tournament.

Brief Scorecard:

Madgaon Royals – 132 all out in 19.5 overs (Damodar Pai Patnekar 36, Kartik Hattangadi 32, Arsh Sardesai 21; Smitesh Divekar 2/7, Manish Kakode 2/12, Vikrant Prabhu 2/22, Pranav Biche 1/19, Sridhar Keni 1/21, Siddharth Ghanekar 1/23)

Priority Titans – 133/6 in 19.1 overs (Samar Dubhashi 36, Sachin Sardesai 26, Anish Mahambre 22, Siddharth Ghanekar not out 20; Samprabh Phaldesai 1/22, Kartik Hattangadi 1/11, Aditya Dalal 1/18, Granthik Buyao 1/29)

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Madgaon Royals Triumph in Alcon GSB Unity Cup T20

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Margao: Madgaon Royals registered a comprehensive 59-run victory over Canacona Mathagram United in the Alcon GSB Unity Cup T20 Cricket Tournament, organized by the Goa GSB Sports & Charitable Trust in collaboration with the Goa Saraswat Samaj at the MCC ground in Margao.

Batting first after losing the toss, Madgaon Royals posted a strong total of 179/7 in 20 overs. Arsh Sardesai (40 off 23 balls), Sanat Prabhudesai (38 off 24), and Aditya Dalal (35 off 21) powered their innings with crucial contributions. Pranav Kamat (2/10) and Vrushab Kuncolienkar (2/32) were the pick of the bowlers for Canacona Mathagram United.

In response, Canacona Mathagram United fell short, getting bowled out for 120 in 15.1 overs. Their top scorers were Amey Rajadhyax (30 off 26), Viraj Puranik (24 off 12), and Sumiran Amonkar (19 off 11). However, the Madgaon Royals’ bowling attack, led by captain Vikram Gaitonde (3/22) and Aditya Dalal (2/23), ensured a comfortable win for their side.

For his stellar all-round performance, Aditya Dalal was adjudged Man of the Match.

Brief Scorecard:

Madgaon Royals: 179/7 in 20 overs
(Arsh Sardesai 40, Sanat Prabhudesai 38, Aditya Dalal 35, Granthik Buyao 22, Samprabh Phaldesai 19; Pranav Kamat 2/10, Vrushab Kuncolienkar 2/32, Ramnath Prabhu Bam 1/36)

Canacona Mathagram United: 120 all out in 15.1 overs
(Amey Rajadhyax 30, Viraj Puranik 24, Sumiran Amonkar 19, Vrushab Kuncolienkar 19; Vikram Gaitonde 3/22, Aditya Dalal 2/23, Kaushal Hattangadi 1/26, Granthik Buyao 1/36, Samprabh Phaldesai 1/0)