The Garfield Sports Club Clinches a Thrilling 6-Run Victory in Dr. H.D. Kanga Knockout Tournament 2024

In a thrilling encounter at the Matunga Gymkhana ground, The Garfield Sports Club emerged victorious by a narrow margin of six runs against a determined Star Cricket Club in the first round of the Dr. H.D. Kanga Knockout cricket tournament 2024.

The match was a high-scoring affair, with The Garfield SC posting a formidable total of 312 runs for the loss of six wickets in their allotted 45 overs. Opening batters Aman Vishwakarma and Vedant Yadav set the tone for their team with a brilliant 197-run partnership for the first wicket. Vishwakarma’s explosive knock of 147 runs off 107 balls, supported by Yadav’s 69 runs, laid a solid foundation for their team’s innings. Star CC’s bowlers struggled to contain the onslaught, with Siddharth Shah and Shantanu Wagde picking up crucial wickets.

In response, Star Cricket Club fought valiantly but fell short of the target, finishing with 306 runs for the loss of nine wickets. Abhinav Wagde’s century and Rudra Lad’s aggressive knock kept their team in the hunt, but The Garfield SC’s bowlers held their nerve in the crucial moments. Pratik Pandey and Nihal Gupta starred with the ball, picking up crucial wickets to secure a hard-fought victory for their team.

The Garfield SC’s six-run win was a testament to their resilience and composure under pressure, while Star CC’s spirited performance showcased their fighting spirit. The tournament promises more exciting matches ahead, with teams vying for supremacy in the prestigious competition.