Majhi Mumbai defeats Falcon Risers Hyderabad thanks to the leadership of Abhishek Dalhor!
In their third game at the Dadoji Kondadev Stadium in Thane, Majhi Mumbai, the team co-owned by the renowned actor Amitabh Bachchan and Neeti Agrawal, Director PATH Ltd., overpowered the Falcon Risers Hyderabad, earning another victory in the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) T10. The team proved their superior cricketing abilities and cohesiveness once more, winning handily and reaffirming their position as one of the top teams in the ISPL T10 league.
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Abhishek Dalhor (Karan Ambala), the marquee player who commanded the highest bid at the auction, played a pivotal role in steering Majhi Mumbai to success. Abhishek’s strategic finesse and all-round brilliance translated into a magnificent delivery of seven sixes, a testament to his cricketing acumen on the field. Truly a memorable birthday celebration for him.
The match witnessed memorable moments, with fielding brilliance adding to Majhi Mumbai’s formidable reputation. Contributions from top-order batsmen like Ajaz Qureshi, propelled the team to a commendable total of 128 runs, showcasing the depth of their batting prowess.
In the bowling department, Basharat Hussain Wani continued his impressive form, claiming crucial wickets and creating challenges for Falcon Risers Hyderabad. Young sensation Ravi Gupta, an under-19 player, etched his name in the league’s history by delivering the first maiden over of the league. Devid Gogi also picked up 2 wickets, adding to the pressure on Falcon Risers Hyderabad. Abhishek Dalhor’s powerful shot also marked the league’s first 9-run boundary. Dalhor, making his mark both with the bat and ball, deservedly earned the title of Man of the Match by taking a key wicket.
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Neeti Agrawal, Co-owner of Majhi Mumbai, expressed her enthusiasm with the team’s performance, stating, “The energy and passion displayed by Majhi Mumbai in every match are truly remarkable. We are proud of our team and their commitment to excellence. This victory adds another chapter to our journey in the ISPL.”
Dharmesh Doshi, Assistant Coach of Majhi Mumbai, said, “The team has shown discipline and determination. We aim to continue working on our game and make steady progress in ISPL.”
Majhi Mumbai’s performance in today’s match showcases their dedication on maintaining their momentum in the upcoming matches. The team’s second win solidifies their position as a formidable force in the league. They are now set to face Chennai Singhams in their upcoming match, promising cricket enthusiasts another thrilling encounter filled with excitement and skilful gameplay.
Majhi Mumbai triumphs over Srinagar Ke Veer in opening match
The inaugural edition of the six team Indian Street Premier League (ISPL) – India’s pioneering Tennis Ball T10 Cricket tournament being played inside a stadium for the first time, kicked off with a star-studded opening ceremony that witnessed a live musical performance and a scintillating drone show at the Dadoji Kondadev Stadium here in Thane early this week.
In the first match of the tournament, Majhi Mumbai registered a convincing 37-runs win over Srinagar Ke Veers after setting a target of 141. Batting first after losing Tip Top, the local favourite ridinging on their skipper Yogesh Penkar’s brilliant half-century scored 140 runs at the loss of 7 wickets in 10 overs. Penkar in his 26 balls 61 runs knock slammed five sixes. In response to the stiff target Srinagar Ke Veer were restricted by the managed to score only 103 runs at the loss of 7 wickets in the stipulated 10 overs.
Earlier the 10 day tourney got underway to an electrifying opening ceremony in the presence of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan, actors Akshay Kumar, Saif and Kareena Kapoor-Khan, Suriya Sivalkumar and Ram Charan, who are also team owners, only added to the glamour of the league.
A special ‘Exhibition Match’ between Tendulkar-led Masters XI and Akshay Kumar-led Khiladi XI too was held before the start of the competition with the former emerging victorious. The match was followed by a live performance from ‘Gully Boy’ Siddhanth Chaturvedi X Dharavi Rockers Band and a drone show by Karishma Kotak.
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