PJ Hindu Gymkhana, batting first, amassed 292 runs in just 75 overs, against Victory Cricket Club on the first day of their three-day final of the 77th Police Invitation Shield Cricket final at the Police Gmykhana ground on Saturday.
Asked to bat first, P J Hindu's, Siddhant Adhatrao led the charge with a neat knock of 89 runs, exhibiting his class and composure at the crease.
Siddhesh Lad, a seasoned Mumbai campaigner, chipped in with an important 67 runs, stabilizing the innings in the middle overs. Ajit Yadav added a crucial 58 runs, providing much-needed impetus to the scoring rate.
Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, the team’s ability to post a challenging total was commendable. However, their innings folded after 75 overs, falling short of utilizing the full 90 overs.
Victory Cricket Club’s bowlers put in a collective effort to restrict the opposition. Royston Dias was economical, picking up two wickets for just 37 runs.
Parikshit Valasangkar (2/51) and Atharva Ankolekar (2/63) made crucial breakthroughs in the middle overs.
Chasing 292, Victory Cricket Club faced an uphill task but started cautiously in their 10-over stint before stumps. They managed to reach 47/1, showing signs of intent.
Divyansh Saxena anchored the innings with an unbeaten 37 runs, displaying a mix of aggression and patience. His performance will be key to the team’s pursuit on Day 2.
Brief Score: Hindu Gymkhana 292 all out in 75 overs ( Siddhant Adhatrao 89, Siddhesh Lad 67, Ajit Yadav 58) vs Victory cricket club 47/1 in 10 overs. (Divyansh Saxena 37 , Royston Dias 2/37, Parikshit Valasangkar 2/51, Atharva Ankolekar 2/63, Shashank Attarde 2/78).
