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MCC Knights Register Thumping Win Over MCC Warriors


Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral Sports Desk

MCC Knights produced a dominant all-round performance to register a convincing victory over MCC Warriors in the ongoing MCL 11 T20 tournament match played at the MCC Ground, Margao. Batting first, MCC Warriors were restricted to 125 for 8 in their allotted 20 overs. Anoop Borkar top-scored with 36 runs, while Vasudev Kundaiker contributed 35. Sudip Faldesai remained unbeaten on 19. The MCC Knights bowling attack was impressive, with Vipul Kalekar picking up 2 for 28, Vinay Sambari returning figures of 2 for 19, and Shaunit Sawardekar claiming 2 for 14.

In reply, MCC Knights chased down the target in emphatic fashion, scoring 126 for 4 in just 9.4 overs. Ameet Kakode played a brisk knock of 37, Kapil D.S. Borker hammered 38, and Sairaj Dhond added 23. Pranav Biche remained not out on 23 to guide the team home comfortably. For MCC Warriors, Rajesh Kavlekar took 1 for 12, while Govind Lotlikar picked up 1 for 41.

Shaunit Sawardekar was adjudged Man of the Match for his impactful bowling performance and was presented the award by Nitish Naik. With this massive victory, MCC Knights strengthened their net run rate and moved to third place on the points table with eight points, underlining their strong form in the tournament.

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MCL 11 T-20: MCC Royals and MCC Knights Clinch Impressive Wins in Margao


Written by Tanisha Cardozo || Team Allycaral Sports Desk

The MCL 11 T-20 cricket tournament unfolded an exciting day of competitive action at the MCC Ground in Margao, where two contrasting yet equally engaging matches entertained local cricket fans. In the first clash, MCC Royals showcased a commanding performance by posting an impressive total of 178 for 7 in their 20 overs. Key contributions came from Samrudh Bharne with 33, Vijay with 31, Raghuvir Gharse adding a rapid 38, and Venkat Biche chipping in with 27. The Warriorsโ€™ bowling effort was led by Kapil Angle, who picked up 3 for 24, supported by Raghuvir Kuncolienkar and Vasudev Kundaiker with a wicket each.

Chasing the target, MCC Warriors struggled to build partnerships and were eventually bowled out for 132 in 19.5 overs. Vikas Shetty top scored with 24, while Vasudev Kundaiker managed 14. The Royalsโ€™ bowling attack proved too strong, with Chirag Naik stealing the spotlight through a match-winning spell of 3 for 22, earning him the Man of the Match award.

The second match of the day turned into an enthralling contest as MCC Masters posted a competitive total of 180 for 7. Dr. Sunny Kamat led the scoring with a solid 40, followed by 29 from Sudhir Kenkre and an unbeaten 30 from Angad Painginkar. The Knightsโ€™ bowlers kept things in check with Siddharth Ghanekar taking 2 for 24 and Shaunit Sawardekar claiming 2 for 21.

MCC Knights responded with determination during the chase, reaching the target with just two wickets and three balls to spare, closing at 184 for 8 in 19.3 overs. Their innings was anchored by crucial knocks from Ameet Kakode with 29, Siddharth Ghanekar contributing 37, and an excellent unbeaten 38 from Suraj Hirani, whose composed performance under pressure earned him the Man of the Match honour. The thrilling finish ensured the Knights walked away with a memorable victory in a match that kept spectators on edge till the very end.