MARGAO
Gomanchal Warriors and Dessert n More Avengers will lock horns in the final of the Goa Veteran Cricket League at MCC Margao on March 16 from 9:30 am onwards.
In the first semifinal, Warriors edged out RMK's XI in a tight contest. RMK's XI won the toss and opted to field, a decision that initially seemed promising. Gomanchal Warriors were eventually bowled out for 137 in 19.4 overs, with Mukhtar Kadri's solid 51 leading the charge. Satyen Belekar (29), Krishna Volvoikar (21), and Ravi Shetye (19) provided valuable contributions. Rajendra Dabolkar (4/18) and Sidhesh Anvekar (2/8) were the pick of the RMK's XI bowlers.
In response, RMK's XI fell short, managing only 121/9 in their 20 overs. Pradeep Dabholkar (41) and Rajendra Dabolkar (18) offered resistance, but Lokesh Sharma (2/15) and Mukhtar Kadri (2/41) spearheaded the Warriors' bowling attack. Gomanchal Warriors clinched a 16-run victory, earning their place in the final. Mukhtar Kadri was awarded Man of the Match, receiving his prize from Mr. Prajesh Parab.
In the second semifinal, Divkar's heroics propelled Avengers to victory. Mangirish Veterans, after winning the toss and electing to bat, posted a total of 119/7 in their 20 overs. Mahesh Raikar (28) and Damodar Redkar (20) were the main contributors. Shishir Divkar (3/9) delivered a stellar bowling performance for Dessert n More Avengers.
Chasing 120 for victory, Dessert n More Avengers reached the target with two wickets to spare, finishing at 123/8 in 18.5 overs. Shishir Divkar's unbeaten 65 proved decisive, earning him the Man of the Match award, presented by Yogesh Naik. Balkrishna Hodarkar (3/18) posed a significant threat for Mangirish Veterans, but Divkar's resilience ensured victory for his team.
Gomanchal Warriors and Dessert n More Avengers will now face each other in the final, scheduled for tomorrow, the 16th, at MCC Margao, starting at 9:30 AM.
