08-06-2024
The Liga BGA Division II matches on June 8, 2024, provided a day of exciting cricket with closely fought contests and impressive individual performances. The three matches at the Santarém Cricket Ground in Santarém highlighted the competitive spirit and talent of the teams. Here is a detailed summary of the day's action.
Match 1: Spartans Sporting Club vs. WereWolves Cricket Club
The day began with Spartans Sporting Club taking on WereWolves Cricket Club. WereWolves Cricket Club won the toss and opted to field. Spartans Sporting Club struggled with the bat, managing to score 114 for 9 in their 20 overs. Ankit Singh was the top scorer with 31 off 31 balls, supported by Riasat Azam Sourov's 19 off 16 balls. WereWolves’ bowlers were led by Riasat Azam Sourov, who took 4 wickets for 14 runs, and Gurwinder Dhillon, who claimed 3 wickets for 18 runs.
In response, WereWolves Cricket Club chased down the target in 16.2 overs, scoring 117 for 7. Gurpreet Singh played a crucial innings, scoring 36 off 19 balls, and Rajbir Singh contributed 14 off 19 balls. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, WereWolves managed to secure a 3-wicket victory. Riasat Azam Sourov's all-round performance earned him the Man of the Match award, highlighting his significant contribution to the team's success.
Match 2: Team Tigers Portugal vs. Rangers Cricket Club
The second match featured Team Tigers Portugal against Rangers Cricket Club. Team Tigers Portugal won the toss and chose to bat, posting a total of 173 all out in 19 overs. Foyez Uddin Ahmed was the standout performer with a blazing 71 off 49 balls, including 8 fours and 3 sixes. Shuvo Biswas also contributed 29 off 28 balls. For Rangers Cricket Club, Mirza Noman Ahmed took 3 wickets for 35 runs, and Avijit Kumer Ghosh also claimed 3 wickets for 42 runs.
In their chase, Rangers Cricket Club struggled to build partnerships and ended up scoring 133 for 9 in their 20 overs, falling short by 40 runs. Mirza Noman Ahmed top-scored with 39 off 36 balls. Tushar Shah was the pick of the bowlers for Team Tigers Portugal, taking 5 wickets for just 13 runs, ensuring a comprehensive victory for his team.
Match 3: Gamblers SC-B vs. BR0THERR 11
The final match of the day saw Gamblers SC-B face BR0THERR 11. Gamblers SC-B won the toss and opted to bat, setting a total of 135 for 9 in their 20 overs. Vinod Panpor played a vital innings, scoring 38 off 29 balls, while Janak added 37 off 36 balls. Onkar Singh and Rinku Cri Maini New were the standout bowlers for BR0THERR 11, taking 2 and 3 wickets respectively.
In reply, BR0THERR 11 fell short, being bowled out for 124 in 19.4 overs. Satnam Singh top-scored with 23 off 20 balls, and Davinder Singh made a quickfire 19 off 7 balls towards the end. Hashim Muhammad was the hero with the ball for Gamblers SC-B, taking 3 wickets for 11 runs, supported by Rinku Cri Maini New's 3 for 18. This disciplined bowling performance ensured an 11-run victory for Gamblers SC-B.
Conclusion
The matches on June 8, 2024, in the Liga BGA Division II highlighted the competitive nature and skill of the participating teams. WereWolves Cricket Club's victory over Spartans Sporting Club showcased their all-round capabilities. Team Tigers Portugal's win against Rangers Cricket Club emphasized their batting strength and effective bowling. Gamblers SC-B's narrow victory over BR0THERR 11 demonstrated their resilience and ability to perform under pressure. These matches provided thrilling entertainment and set the stage for an exciting continuation of the league.