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Priority Titans, Sherwin Shaw Falcons Register Convincing Wins in PGML 5.0

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes || Team Allycaral 

The PGML 5.0 League matches played at the Panjim Gymkhana ground on Saturday delivered a mix of closely contested and one-sided encounters, keeping cricket fans engaged throughout the day.


In the morning fixture, Priority Titans edged past Manas Mavericks by three wickets in a thrilling contest. Opting to bat first, Manas Mavericks put up a competitive total of 154 for six in their 20 overs. Avishkar Mone led the charge with an aggressive 44, supported by Vijay Nagarajan’s 34 and an unbeaten 19 from Pranav Biche. For the Titans, Kiran Shirwaikar spearheaded the bowling attack with two wickets, applying pressure through disciplined spells.

In reply, Priority Titans recovered from an early wobble through a composed innings from Heramb Shankar Parab, who top-scored with a match-winning 54. Valuable contributions from Kiran Shirwaikar (23), Atharva (22) and Akshay Badami (21) ensured the chase stayed on track. The Titans reached the target in 18.4 overs, finishing at 155 for seven. Despite a standout bowling effort from Om Fadte, who claimed four wickets for 28 runs, Parab was named Player of the Match for his decisive knock.

The afternoon match saw Sherwin Shaw Falcons produce a dominant all-round performance against RC Goa. Batting first, RC Goa struggled to build momentum and were restricted to 125 for nine in their 20 overs. Aryan Mashelkar (38) and Paras Naik (34) offered some resistance, but consistent strikes from the Falcons’ bowlers kept the scoring in check. Sazu Naik led the attack with three wickets, while Tunish Sawkar and Naresh Parsekar chipped in with two wickets each.

Chasing a modest target, Sherwin Shaw Falcons made light work of the task. Prajyot Rivonker scored a fluent 40, Gourav Desai added 37, and Tunish Sawkar remained unbeaten on 31 as the Falcons completed the chase in just 11.1 overs. Sawkar’s all-round contribution earned him the Player of the Match award.

The results further intensified competition in the PGML 5.0 League, with teams showcasing both resilience and dominance as the tournament progresses.

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Sheldon Jackson Guides Delhi Warriors to Unbeaten Run with Four-Wicket Win Over Gurugram Thunders

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes || Team Allycaral 

A composed half-century from Sheldon Jackson helped table-toppers Delhi Warriors successfully chase 173 against Gurugram Thunders at the 1919 Sportz Stadium in Verna, extending their unbeaten run and ending Gurugram’s semi-final hopes.


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Goa, 1 February 2026: A packed Sunday evening at the 1919 Sportz Stadium in Verna saw Gurugram Thunders take on table-toppers Delhi Warriors in a must-win encounter for their tournament survival. Despite a competitive total and a disciplined bowling effort, Gurugram fell short as Delhi Warriors completed a four-wicket win to continue their unbeaten run and maintain their position at the top of the points table.

Batting first, Gurugram Thunders posted 172 for 6, anchored by a solid opening partnership between Jermaine Blackwood and Cheteshwar Pujara. The pair added 82 runs for the first wicket, with Blackwood scoring 51 off 30 balls and Pujara contributing a steady 58 from 43 deliveries. After the dismissal of both openers, wickets fell at regular intervals, slowing the scoring rate. However, Gurugram managed to recover in the latter stages to post a competitive total.

Delhi Warriors’ chase got off to a cautious start as Gurugram’s bowlers kept things tight. Stuart Broad set the tone during the powerplay, claiming two wickets in his three overs as Delhi were restricted to just 33 runs in the first six overs. The pressure told as wickets continued to fall, leaving Delhi in a tricky position midway through the innings.

Sheldon Jackson then stepped up with a calm and controlled knock, anchoring the chase under pressure. Jackson scored an unbeaten 59 off 38 balls, finding support from Pawan Negi earlier and Seekkuge Prasanna towards the end. Prasanna’s quick 36 off 14 balls ensured Delhi Warriors crossed the line in 18.5 overs with four wickets in hand.

The defeat marked Gurugram Thunders’ fourth loss in five matches, officially ending their chances of qualifying for the semi-finals.

Earlier in the day, Pune Panthers secured a narrow 12-run victory over Maharashtra Tycoons in a closely contested Maharashtra derby. The win lifted Pune Panthers to six points, confirming their place in the semi-finals.

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Martin Guptill’s century powers Pune Panthers to massive 130-run win over Dubai Royals

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes || Team Allycaral 

Goa, 31 January 2026: A commanding century from Martin Guptill, backed by a disciplined all-round bowling effort, propelled Pune Panthers to a comprehensive 130-run victory over Dubai Royals in the 11th match of the World Legends Pro T20 League at the 1919 Sportz Stadium in Verna.


Batting first, Pune Panthers made an aggressive start as the openers raced to 54 runs within the first four overs. Upul Tharanga departed early for 14, but Guptill continued to dominate alongside captain Shane Watson. Carrying forward his fine form from the previous match, the New Zealand batter registered the fastest half-century of the tournament, reaching the milestone in just 20 balls.

Guptill maintained a relentless scoring pace throughout the innings, combining clean timing with powerful strokes to find the boundary regularly. He brought up his century in 44 balls before being dismissed by Piyush Chawla. Watson kept the momentum going with a brisk 27-ball half-century, while useful contributions down the order helped Pune Panthers post the highest total of the tournament, finishing on 219 for 9.

In reply, Dubai Royals’ chase faltered early as opener Kirk Edwards was dismissed in the first over, followed quickly by Amit Verma and captain Shikhar Dhawan, leaving the side struggling at 8 for 3 inside two overs. Despite brief attempts to rebuild, wickets continued to fall at regular intervals.

Pune’s bowlers maintained tight lines and sustained pressure, preventing Dubai Royals from forming any meaningful partnerships. Abhishek Sakhuja starred with the ball, returning figures of four wickets in his four overs, as Dubai Royals were bundled out for 89 in 13.5 overs.

The victory comes at a crucial stage for Pune Panthers, who had recorded only one win prior to the match. The result moves them to third place on the points table with four points, keeping them firmly in contention as the league stage progresses.

Earlier in the day, Rajasthan Lions sealed their place in the semi-finals with a 27-run win over Gurugram Thunders. A fluent 78 from Eoin Morgan laid the foundation for Rajasthan’s total of 208, supported by late contributions from Callum Ferguson, Suresh Raina and Angelo Perera. Sreesanth struck early with the ball, setting the tone for the defense. Despite resistance from Colin de Grandhomme and Ross Taylor, Gurugram Thunders were restricted to 181, confirming Rajasthan Lions’ semi-final qualification.

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Delhi Warriors Hold Nerve to Edge Maharashtra Tycoons in Low-Scoring Thriller

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes ||Team Allycaral 

Goa, January 30, 2026:
Match 8 of the World Legends Pro T20 League 2026 delivered a contest that rewarded patience and tactical awareness, as Delhi Warriors edged past Maharashtra Tycoons by three wickets in a tightly fought encounter.


Asked to bat first, Maharashtra Tycoons posted 161 for 5 on a surface that offered assistance to bowlers willing to maintain discipline. Openers Sir Alastair Cook and Chris Gayle began positively, with Cook striking early boundaries before falling for 10 off 11 balls.

Gayle then partnered Stuart Binny to steady the innings through the middle overs. While Gayle played a measured knock of 40 off 40 deliveries, Binny provided the impetus, scoring a fluent 63 off 31 balls to lift the Tycoons to a competitive total.

Defending 161, the Tycoons produced a probing bowling effort that placed Delhi under early pressure. Avaan Khan, Peter Siddle and Dale Steyn exploited the conditions effectively, with Steyn delivering an outstanding spell. The veteran pacer conceded just seven runs in his first three overs and claimed two wickets, leaving Delhi struggling at 41 for 3 at the end of the powerplay.

Delhi Warriors responded through a composed partnership between Sheldon Jackson and Irfan Pathan, who absorbed the pressure and rebuilt the innings. Sensing the shift in momentum, captain Carlos Brathwaite reintroduced Siddle, who struck immediately by clean-bowling Jackson, reducing Delhi to 107 for 5 in the 13th over. Brathwaite added another wicket soon after to keep the contest evenly poised.

With Pathan holding one end up and the required rate creeping higher, the Tycoons once again turned to Steyn for a breakthrough. Despite his continued economy, wickets proved hard to come by in the closing stages. Delhi kept their composure and crossed the line at 163 for 7 in 19.2 overs, sealing a narrow three-wicket victory and maintaining their unbeaten run in the tournament.

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Chirag Gandhi Stars as Gurugram Thunders Secure First Win in World Legends Pro T20 League 

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Written by Intern Rency Gomes | Team Allycaral 

Gurugram Thunders registered their first win of the World Legends Pro T20 League with a composed three-ball victory over Maharashtra Tycoons in the sixth match of the tournament, played in Goa on January 29.


Chasing a challenging target of 200, the Thunders were anchored by Chirag Gandhi, who produced a calm and decisive unbeaten knock of 74 off 43 deliveries. His innings ensured Gurugram stayed in control during the crucial middle and death overs, eventually sealing the chase at 200 for 5 in 19.3 overs.

Earlier, Maharashtra Tycoons had a shaky start after opting to bat first, losing early wickets in the powerplay. Sreesanth struck in his opening over by dismissing Alastair Cook, setting the tone for Gurugram’s early dominance. Despite regular setbacks, Shaun Marsh and Asghar Afghan steadied the innings with a rebuilding partnership, though Maharashtra slipped to 90 for 5.

The innings was revived by Sarul Kanwar, who played a commanding knock of 83 off just 36 balls. His aggressive strokeplay through the middle overs lifted Maharashtra to a competitive 199 for 7, giving their bowlers something to defend under lights.

In reply, Gurugram Thunders got off to a solid start with Cheteshwar Pujara and Jermaine Blackwood adding 53 runs for the opening wicket. As the required run rate climbed, Chirag Gandhi took charge, rotating the strike efficiently and finding boundaries when needed. He received timely support from Thisara Perera, and together they ensured Gurugram crossed the line with three balls to spare.

Speaking after the match, Mauvin Godinho, Minister for Industries, Transport and Panchayat, Government of Goa, highlighted the importance of cricket in uniting the country and praised the development of infrastructure like the 1919 ground, noting its potential to nurture future cricketing talent.

Earlier in the day, Rajasthan Lions defeated Dubai Royals by 16 runs in the other fixture. After recovering from early setbacks, Rajasthan posted 170 for 9, led by Naman Ojha’s fluent 66. Despite a hat-trick from Piyush Chawla, Rajasthan’s bowlers held firm, bowling Dubai Royals out for 154 in 19.1 overs.

Brief Scores:
Maharashtra Tycoons: 199/7 (20 overs)
Sarul Kanwar 83*, Shaun Marsh 52
Saurin Thakar 2/27, Rayad Emrit 2/44

Gurugram Thunders: 200/5 (19.3 overs)
Chirag Gandhi 74*, Jermaine Blackwood 43
Carlos Brathwaite 2/22, Peter Siddle 1/36