Barnes claimed a dominant 3-0 victory over Hyderabad in the U-13 category of Bhaichung Bhutia Champions Cup that started in Nashik on Thursday and will conclude on Sunday. The match saw Barnes maintain 69% possession, constantly dictating the tempo of the game and keeping Hyderabad on the back foot. Hyderabad struggled to create meaningful chances, managing no shots on target, while Barnes capitalised with three shots on target, converting all of them into goals. Barnes also had a slight edge in set-pieces, earning two corners to Hyderabad’s one.
The tournament is managed by Bhaichung Bhutia Football School and streamed live on SportVot in association with FPJ.
In another thrilling U-13 match, Noida narrowly defeated Delhi 1-0. Noida controlled the majority of the game, holding 55% possession and creating several opportunities, including 1 shot on target. Delhi, despite having 45% of the possession, struggled to break down Noida's defense, failing to register any shots on target.
Meanwhile in an exciting U-15 football match, Delhi triumphed 2-1 over Barnes (NSK) in a tightly contested encounter. Despite Barnes having 30% possession, Delhi dominated the game with 70% of the ball, controlling much of the play. Both teams had an equal number of shots on target, with Delhi converting two of theirs into goals, while Barnes could only manage one.
Results
U-13
Hyderabad 0 lost to Barnes 3
Noida 1 Delhi 0
Barnes (NSK) 0 drew with Bangalore 0
Noida 4 beat Hyderabad 0
Bangalore 1 drew with Delhi 1
U-15
Barnes (NSK) 1 lost to Delhi -2
Bangalore 3 beat Hyderabad - 0
Delhi 1 lost to Noida 2
Bangalore 2 beat Barnes 1
Noida 3 beat Hyderabad 0
SM18 start Winter Challenger Cup with win
SM18 Cricket Academy clinched a 17-run victory over Cricket Mantras in a high-scoring thriller of the Winter Challenger Cup that started on Thursday and will go on till January 3, 2025 in Lucknow. Batting first, SM18 posted an impressive 210/4, powered by S. Naik’s explosive 46 off 18 balls, featuring four fours and four sixes. He was ably supported by D. Manve, who anchored the innings with a composed 66 off 42 balls, and B. Kulal, who contributed a steady 46 off 45 balls. In response, Cricket Mantras leaned heavily on R. Patil, who single-handedly kept them in the hunt with a magnificent 118 off 67 balls, smashing 17 fours and four sixes. However, the lack of support from his teammates proved costly as Cricket Mantras could only muster 193/5, falling short despite Patil’s valiant effort.
Swapnil Naik starred for SM18 CA |
Brief Scores:
SM18 Cricket Academy - 210/4 in 20 overs (Swapnil Naik 46) beat Cricket Mantras - 193/5 in 20 overs
Sagar Auti Cricket Academy - 117/4 in 10.4 overs beat PPCA Mangalvedha 116/10 in 17.2 overs (Yash Khirdaat 4/19)
