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Lawyer Challengers Crowned Advocates Cricket League 2025–26 Champions

Tanisha Cardozo

Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral Sports Desk

Lawyer Challengers produced a commanding all-round performance to defeat Legal Titans by 45 runs and clinch the Advocates Cricket League (ACL) 2025–26 title in the grand final played at the GCA Academy Ground, Porvorim, on Saturday.

After winning the toss, Lawyer Challengers elected to bat first and posted an imposing total of 184 for 4 in their allotted 20 overs. The innings began on a shaky note as Dattaprasad Shirodkar and Rushab Sawaikar were dismissed early, leaving the team at 32 for 2. However, Swapnil Kambli and skipper Achit Shigwan steadied the innings with a crucial partnership to rebuild momentum.

Captain Achit Shigwan then led from the front, playing an aggressive yet composed knock. He reached his half-century in just 27 balls, smashing seven boundaries and two sixes. Vrusaj Talaulikar provided excellent support, and the duo added a vital 49-run stand that set the foundation for a formidable total. Talaulikar remained unbeaten on 53 off 34 balls, while Shailesh Redkar chipped in with a quick 27 not out to push the score beyond 180.

In response, Legal Titans faced early setbacks as Parag Veluskar and Iftikhar Agha struck in quick succession to remove the openers. Captain Pravin Gawas and Kyle Ticlo attempted a recovery with a brisk partnership, but once Ticlo was dismissed, the Titans lost momentum and wickets fell at regular intervals. The innings eventually folded for 139 in 19.1 overs, sealing a convincing victory for Lawyer Challengers.

The prize distribution ceremony was graced by High Court Judge Justice Ashwin Damodar Bhobe as the chief guest, along with District Judge Irshad Agha and senior advocates. Justice Bhobe praised the organisers for conducting a successful and well-contested tournament, highlighting the sporting spirit displayed throughout the season.

Tournament organiser Advocate Iftikhar Agha said the seventh edition of the ACL T-20 once again reflected the growing enthusiasm for cricket among the legal fraternity. Six teams participated in the tournament, which commenced on December 21, 2025, making the season competitive and memorable.

With standout performances throughout the tournament, Lawyer Challengers deservedly lifted the trophy, marking a fitting conclusion to another successful edition of the Advocates Cricket League.

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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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Risers Win Opener; 18 Juners Seal Second Straight Victory in Advocates Cricket League

Tanisha Cardozo

Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral Sports Desk

Risers and 18 Juners emerged victorious in their respective encounters of the Advocates Cricket League (ACL) 2025–26, played at the Chicalim ground in Vasco on Monday. While it marked the opening match of the season for Risers, 18 Juners continued their impressive form by registering their second consecutive win.

In the first match of the day, Risers defeated Legal Titans by five wickets. Batting first, Legal Titans posted 124 for the loss of five wickets in their allotted 20 overs, with Satyam Ghogale top-scoring with 42 and Prasad Vaigankar remaining unbeaten on 31. For Risers, Abhishek Davaskar was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 2 for 17.

Chasing a modest target, Risers reached 125 for five in 17.1 overs. Opener Kalpesh Kamat led the charge with a fluent 42 off 30 balls, striking six boundaries and a six, while Anoop Kudtarkar added a valuable 36. Abhinav Marathe remained unbeaten on 23 to see his team home comfortably.

The second match of the day produced a thrilling contest as 18 Juners edged past Lawyer Challengers in the final over. Batting first, Lawyer Challengers put up a competitive 165 for seven in 20 overs, with Vrusaj Talaulikar scoring 44 and Achit Shigwan contributing 33. Krishnakant Hegde Desai and Rohan Shirodkar claimed two wickets each for 18 Juners.

In reply, 18 Juners chased down the target in dramatic fashion, reaching 168 for five in 19.5 overs. Opener Nikhil Ganpule anchored the innings with a composed 53 off 48 balls, while Pradosh Dangui remained unbeaten on 35 and Sachin Sardessai chipped in with 30. The victory sealed 18 Juners’ second straight win of the tournament, keeping them firmly in contention early in the season.