Written by Intern Rency Gomes || Team Allycaral
Margao: Sinq Rangers registered an emphatic 23-run victory over Desserts N More Avengers in the GSB Unity Cup 3.0 tournament organized by the Goa GSB Sports & Charitable Trust. The match, played under lights at the MCC Ground in Margao on Thursday, witnessed a clinical performance from the Rangers in both departments.
Opting to bat first after winning the toss, Sinq Rangers posted a competitive 162 for 6 in their allotted 20 overs. The foundation was laid by a strong middle-order display, with Sairaj Dhond smashing a brisk 50 off just 25 balls, including four boundaries and three sixes. Mehank Dharwadkar added the finishing touches with an unbeaten 40 off 24 deliveries, striking one four and three sixes. Sudhir Kenkre (23) and Vismay Falgavkar (18) chipped in with useful contributions. For the Avengers, Siddhesh Prabhu Alvencar was the standout bowler with figures of 2/29.
Chasing 163 for victory, Desserts N More Avengers started cautiously but struggled to keep pace with the required run rate as wickets fell at regular intervals. Captain Kaushal Hattangadi led from the front with a fighting 46 off 28 balls, hitting three fours and two sixes. Smit Dalvi (24), Sachin Bhandare (15), and Bhushan Bambolkar (12) tried to steady the innings, but the mounting pressure proved too much. The Avengers eventually closed at 139 for 7 in their 20 overs.
The Rangers’ bowling attack was disciplined and effective, with Nikhil Virginkar, Krishnakant Hegde Desai, and Arin Angle claiming two wickets each. Tight bowling spells and sharp fielding ensured the target remained out of reach for the Avengers.
For his explosive half-century, Sairaj Dhond was named the Desserts N More Player of the Match, while Arin Angle received the Kamat Realty Hero of the Match award. The awards were presented by Anup Kudchadkar and Pranav Biche.
With this convincing win, Sinq Rangers strengthened their standing in the tournament and reaffirmed their credentials as strong contenders for the GSB Unity Cup 3.0 title
