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Baale Tigers, Sherwin Shaw Falcons Register Convincing Wins in PGML 5.0

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Written by Alisha Fernandes || Allycaral

Panaji: Baale Tigers and Sherwin Shaw Falcons continued their strong run in the ongoing PGML 5.0 tournament with impressive victories in their respective league encounters at the Panjim Gymkhana ground.

In the morning match, Priority Titans won the toss and opted to bat first but were restricted to 138 for 8 in their 20 overs by a disciplined Baale Tigers bowling unit. Atharva Kumar fought hard with a well-made 53, supported by Yeshwant Barde’s 24. However, the Titans struggled to build momentum as Harshal Shah and Prasad Patil wreaked havoc, claiming three wickets each to keep the scoring in check.

In reply, Baale Tigers displayed calm and confidence during the chase. Openers Sandip Dahad (49) and Dishan Pujari (34) laid a solid foundation. The innings was then expertly steered home by Prasad Patil (21 not out) and Rajaram Kundaikar (28 not out), as Baale Tigers reached the target in 19.2 overs to seal a comfortable six-wicket victory.

The afternoon fixture saw Sun Estate Warriors post a competitive 155 for 8 after electing to bat first. Harsh Jethaji top-scored with 32, while Rohit Rane added 31. Sherwin Shaw Falcons’ bowlers kept the pressure on throughout, with Tunish Sawkar claiming three wickets and Iftikhar Agha picking up two crucial scalps.

Chasing the target, Sherwin Shaw Falcons came out with intent. Prajyot Rivonker anchored the innings with a solid 41, while Gourav Desai chipped in with a brisk 34. The turning point came in the form of Tunish Sawkar’s explosive cameo of 40 off just 16 balls, which powered the Falcons to 156 for 5 in just 16.4 overs. His all-round brilliance earned him the Player of the Match award as Sherwin Shaw Falcons cruised to a five-wicket win.

With these victories, both Baale Tigers and Sherwin Shaw Falcons strengthened their positions on the PGML 5.0 points table, setting up an exciting phase ahead in the tournament.

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Todu and Paranjpe March into Men’s Doubles Quarterfinals at Gadre Gaspar Dias Open 2026

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes || Team Allycaral 

Panaji, January 2026 – Sonu Todu and Atharv Paranjpe advanced to the quarterfinals of the men’s doubles event at the Gadre Gaspar Dias Open 2026 with a dominant 6–1 victory over Nishad Shevde and Siddarth Nunes in the Round-of-16. The match was played at the courts of Clube Tennis de Gaspar Dias, one of the two main venues hosting the tournament alongside Panjim Gymkhana.

The men’s singles category witnessed several closely contested encounters. Ashwin Narsinghani edged past Vishwambhar 6–4, while Parth Deorukhakar registered a convincing 6–1 win over Sreyas Prasad. Nishad Shevde defeated Arnav Harishankar 6–4. At the Gymkhana courts, Praneeth V blanked Subhash Nayar 6–0, and Ryan Sodhi overcame Kshitij Gupta 6–3.

Doubles action across various rounds saw Maaz Khan and Arnav Bansode beat Raviteja Damera and Ashwath Tiwari 6–2. Ashwin Narsinghani paired with Prathmesh Patil to defeat Dhruv Rao and Subham 6–3. Parth Deorukhakar and Arnav Bansode continued their strong run, registering wins over Rehaan Diaz/Prajat Halankara (6–2) and Eshaan Khadeer/Adam Basha (6–4). Other notable results included victories by Avish Verma/Joshua Cardozo, Dhruv Rao/Subham, Maaz Khan/Arnav Harishankar, and Raviteja Damera/Ashwath Tiwari.

In additional men’s singles matches, Parth Deorukhakar defeated Avish Verma 6–2, while Paul Singh secured a 6–0 win over Ashwath D.

The women’s singles draw also saw intense competition, with Nidhi, Tomoyo Fujita, Janavi, Riya, Trisha, Unnathi, Atika and Renee registering wins in their respective matches.

Jointly organised by Clube Tennis de Gaspar Dias and the Gadre Group in association with the Goa State Tennis Association (GSTA), the Gadre Gaspar Dias Open 2026 has attracted a record 555 entries across the Masters and Open categories, making it one of the largest tennis tournaments held in the state.

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Thrilling Start to PGML Season 5 as Auction Sparks Intense Bidding Battles

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The much-anticipated player auction for the Panjim Gymkhana Members League (PGML) Season 5 concluded on Sunday at the Panjim Gymkhana’s Raythata Hall, Campal, setting the stage for another thrilling edition of Goa’s most popular members’ cricket league. The event drew enthusiastic participation from all franchise owners, with bidding battles that reflected both strategic acumen and fierce passion for the sport.

This season will see eight franchises compete for glory, including six returning teams—Baale Tigers, Manas Mavericks, Dempo Challengers, RC Goa, Priority Titans, and DNM Avengers—joined by two debutants, Sherwin Shaw Falcons and Sun Estate Warriors. The excitement peaked when Harshad Gadekar became the most expensive player in PGML history, going to Sun Estate Warriors for a record 85 lakh points. Close on his heels, speedster Lakshay Garg was snapped up by Baale Tigers for 82 lakh points. All-rounders Mukhtar Kadri and Robin D’Souza also commanded strong interest, each fetching 79 lakh points for DNM Avengers and Priority Titans respectively, while Avishkar Mone joined Manas Mavericks for 67 lakh points to further bolster their squad.

The event also featured the grand unveiling of team jerseys, adding to the electric atmosphere as players and owners celebrated the beginning of what promises to be a fiercely competitive and entertaining season. Addressing the gathering, Mr. Manoj Caculo, President of Panjim Gymkhana, commended the growing stature of the league. He praised the vision of league chairman Suresh Mahadevan and the commitment of all teams in building a strong cricketing community. “It is a matter of great pride to stand before you as we enter the fifth season of PGML. Under the leadership of Suresh Mahadevan, the league has seen four successful editions, and this fifth promises to be a true carnival of cricket,” he said.

The champions of PGML Season 5 will receive a cash prize of ₹3 lakh, while the runners-up will take home ₹2 lakh. Individual awards worth ₹15,000 each will be presented for Best Player, Best Batsman, Best Bowler, and Best Fielder. Every match will feature a ₹5,000 Man of the Match award, with bowlers earning an additional ₹10,000 bonus for taking four or more wickets in an innings.

Panjim Gymkhana Secretary Mr. Rajesh Khaunte expressed gratitude to the teams and the community for their unwavering enthusiasm, emphasizing that PGML represents more than competition—it embodies camaraderie, sportsmanship, and the joy of cricket.

Adding a proud chapter to this season’s narrative, eight promising cricketers from the Panjim Gymkhana Cricket Academy, coached by Sandeep Siganapurkar, were drafted across teams—offering them invaluable exposure to competitive cricket. Among them, 15-year-old Arya Amitkumar Dublay created history by becoming the only female cricketer in PGML 5.0 after being picked by RC Goa. Her inclusion marks a significant milestone, celebrating inclusivity and inspiring young athletes across Goa.

With over 140 registered players and growing fan engagement, PGML Season 5 continues to strengthen its reputation as a premier sporting event on Goa’s calendar, blending passion, professionalism, and the timeless love of the game.

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Alcon GSB Unity Cup 3.0 Auction Set for October 4 at Taj Vivanta, Panaji

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The Alcon GSB Unity Cup 3.0 is gearing up for its most anticipated event — the Grand Auction — to be held on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 4:00 PM at Taj Vivanta, Panaji. Organised by the Goa GSB Sports & Charitable Trust and powered by Alcon Anil Counto Enterprises, the auction will finalize team compositions for the third edition of the prestigious GSB Unity Cup, a grassroots-level cricket tournament bringing together talent, passion, and community engagement.

This year, a total of 187 players registered for the tournament, out of which 180 will go under the hammer. The auction sets the stage for intense action and strategic bidding as 10 teams compete for top cricketing talent. The auction will be followed by an official inaugural ceremony between 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM, which will include the Trophy and Jersey unveiling along with the felicitation of team owners.

The chief guest for the evening will be Mr. Shrinivas Dempo, a well-respected name in Goan sports and business circles. Mr. Yogiraj Kamat will attend as the Guest of Honour, with Mr. Aakash Khaunte as Special Invitee. The event promises to be a perfect blend of sportsmanship, strategy, and celebration.

The 10 teams competing this year and their respective owners are: CD Fountainhead (Chirag Datta Naik and Gaurav Borkar), Sinq Rangers (Sahil Adwalpalkar and Sanket Singbal), Madgaon Royals Cricket Club (Ashish Dukle and Adv Sahish Mahambrey), Desserts n More Avengers (Dr. Sagar Salgaocar), Priority Titans (Parind Nachinolkar & Swapneel Nachinolkar), KK Strikers (Kewal Kane and Amit Kamat), Shamrao Tridents (Prathamesh Sukhtankar), Dempo Challengers (Shrinivas Dempo), Vimson Panjim Powerplay (Harshvardhan Bhatkuly and Siddhant Amonkar), and Rising Stars of Ponda (Dr. Ketan Bhatikar).

This year’s tournament will be played across MCC in Margao and Panjim Gymkhana in January–February 2026. Venkat Biche is serving as the Chief Coordinator for the tournament and has been instrumental in shaping its structure and execution. The auction evening will also feature the presentation of mementoes to dignitaries, inspiring speeches, and a showcase of players and teams to watch out for in this highly anticipated edition of the Unity Cup.