MARGAO
The Crickokers 50 Plus Cricket Bash, hosted by Crickokers Hospitality Goa, witnessed thrilling action across various grounds in Goa on Saturday. Teams from across the country competed in morning and afternoon sessions, delivering impressive performances in this veteran cricket tournament.
At the Chicalim Ground, Western United edged past Rising Stars Veterans New Delhi by 5 wickets. Chasing a target of 152, Western United reached 153/5 in 18.5 overs, powered by a solid 50 from Rakesh Bedse and a composed 33 by Manoj Oza. Earlier, Rising Stars had posted 151/7 with Vishwajeet Nayak scoring a gritty 51.
Meanwhile, at the Arlem Ground, Omtex Western Lions Mumbai emerged victorious against Spring Falcons Rest of India by 6 wickets. Spring Falcons posted 156/9, with Rajesh Gill anchoring the innings with 51 runs. In response, Makarand Kulkarni (49) and Sarang Degwekar (not out 44) ensured a comfortable chase for the Mumbai side.
Over at MCC Ground, Margao, Central Strikers Indore dominated Dharwad Cricket Academy, sealing a massive 158-run win. Central Strikers piled on a challenging 218/6, thanks to half-centuries from Sandeep Mehrotra and Manoj Kandhari. In reply, Dharwad was bundled out for 60, with Mehrotra also shining with the ball, picking up 2 wickets for just 7 runs.
In the afternoon session at the same venue, hosts Crickokers Hospitality Goa secured a convincing 6-wicket win over Palakkad Veterans Kerala. Palakkad put up 134/8, with Siddu Pujari scoring a valiant 51. The Goa side chased it down in 17.2 overs, led by Vinay Sambari (45) and Anup Kudchadkar (37), with Mahesh Kudchadkar staying unbeaten on 21.
