In a weekend where no fewer than 5 matches were lost to heavy rain, we still had some great games!
MCU U15 Superleague — Week 5 Match Report
Limerick CC U15 XI vs Cork Harlequins CC U15 XI Date: 16 May 2026
Venue: Farmers Cross, Cork
Result: Limerick CC U15 XI won by 189 runs
Match Summary
In Week 5 of the Munster Cricket Union (MCU) U15 Superleague, Limerick CC U15 XI secured a decisive 189-run victory over Cork Harlequins CC U15 XI at Farmers Cross. After winning the toss, Cork Harlequins elected to bowl first. Limerick posted a commanding total of 286/9 in their 40 overs, driven by a near-century from opener Abubakar Azizuallah. In response, Cork Harlequins were bowled out for 97 runs in 22 overs, despite a half-century from captain H Ahsan.
First Innings: Limerick CC U15 XI Batting
Limerick recovered from an early setback when Behroz Athar Khan (1) and Riyan Shah (1) fell cheaply, leaving the score at 29/2 in the sixth over. Openers Abubakar Azizuallah anchoring the innings with a patient 98 off 80 balls, which included 11 boundaries.
Useful partnerships were formed throughout the innings. Yousaf Ramay contributed 24 off 22 balls before falling to AP Augustine. Middle-order contributions from Muhammad Ibrahim (21), captain Ghufran Chaudhry (27), and an unbeaten 27 from Arham Ullah helped propel the score forward. Limerick concluded their 40 overs at 286/9.
For Cork Harlequins, A Gumber was the most successful bowler, taking 3/63 in his 8 overs. Seàn De Jager delivered a late spell to claim 2/20 from 2 overs, while Ammar Maqbool (1/37), AP Augustine (1/43), Olan Grimbeek De Jager (1/30), and H Ahsan (1/20) took one wicket each.
Second Innings: Cork Harlequins CC U15 XI Batting
Chasing a target of 287, Cork Harlequins struggled to build partnerships against a disciplined Limerick bowling attack. AZ Shah was dismissed without scoring in the second over by Ghufran Chaudhry. A Verma made a brief contribution of 13 runs before also falling to Ghufran Chaudhry.
Captain and wicketkeeper H Ahsan provided the primary resistance for the Harlequins, scoring a resilient 53 off 60 balls, featuring 7 boundaries, before being caught by Arnav Ravishankar off the bowling of Behroz Athar Khan. Following H Ahsan’s departure at 87/8, the remaining tail-end wickets fell quickly, with the innings concluding at 97 all out in the 22nd over.
The Limerick bowling unit performed effectively. Ghufran Chaudhry led the attack with figures of 3/4 from his 3 overs, including one maiden. Robert McCutcheon also delivered a strong performance, taking 2/10 in 3 overs. Single wickets were claimed by Arnav Ravishankar (1/16), Yousaf Ramay (1/19), Behroz Athar Khan (1/8), Muhammad khan Azizuallah (1/2), and Muhammad Ibrahim, who bowled a maiden over to finish with 1/0.
Hero of the Match
Abubakar Azizuallah (Limerick CC U15 XI) Abubakar Azizuallah is named the hero of the match for his foundational innings of 98 runs opening the batting. His knock stabilized the innings after early wickets fell and set up the platform for Limerick’s winning total.
MCU One Day 40 Overs — Week 5 Match Report
Limerick Blasters CC 3rd XI vs United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI Date: 16 May 2026
Venue: Lisronagh Castle Grounds, Clonmel, Tipperary
Result: United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI won by 6 wickets
Match Summary
In Week 5 of the MCU One Day 40-Overs competition, United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI registered a comfortable six-wicket victory over Limerick Blasters CC 3rd XI at the Lisronagh Castle Grounds. After winning the toss and opting to bat, the Limerick Blasters were bowled out for 145 runs in 33.3 overs. United Cricket Clonmel chased down the target in 30.5 overs, losing four wickets in the process, backed by a disciplined all-round team performance.
First Innings: Limerick Blasters CC 3rd XI Batting
The Limerick Blasters experienced a steady fall of wickets from the outset, losing opener Melvin Mathew (2) and Arunraj Thalappilly (14) during the initial powerplay to leave the score at 27/2. Prestige Jaison top-scored for the visitors with a 26-ball 24, including three boundaries and a six, before being clean-bowled by Kapil Jawandha.
Alan M alexander attempted to anchor the middle order, enduring 58 deliveries for his 9 runs, but wickets continued to tumble around him. Contributions from Ajay Abraham Rajan (11), captain BD Philip (12), and Vivek (14) briefly kept the scoreboard moving. However, a significant collapse saw the Blasters slip from 131/6 to 131/9 within a single over. The innings finally closed at 145 all out, heavily aided by 39 extras, which included 31 wides.
For Clonmel, Babar Ali produced the standout bowling performance, dismantling the lower-middle order to finish with figures of 4/24 from 7.3 overs, including two maidens. Henry Michael provided excellent support with an economical spell of 2/10 off 4 overs, while Sharan Narke claimed 2/32. Ahmad Qamar (1/17) and Kapil Jawandha (1/31) took one wicket apiece.
Second Innings: United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI Batting
Chasing a modest target of 146, United Cricket Clonmel established a steady platform. Opener Muhammad Arbaz Amjad Kushar made a brisk 17 off 16 balls before being caught off Ajeesh Kakkattusseril Prabhakaran. Captain Sharan Narke (19) and Linto Jose Parokaran (19) both made useful contributions before being trapped leg-before-wicket by Vivek (listed as Kochumadom in the dismissal record) and Ajith A respectively.
At 70/3, Ahmad Qamar and Babar Ali combined for a crucial fourth-wicket partnership, adding 54 runs to take the hosts within sight of victory. Babar Ali scored 30 runs off 42 balls before being dismissed by Alan M Alexander. Ahmad Qamar remained unbeaten on 22 from 55 balls alongside Henry Michael (2*) to guide Clonmel across the finish line at 146/4 in the 31st over. Discipline was an issue for the Blasters’ bowling attack, which conceded 37 extras, including 34 wides.
Among the Limerick Blasters bowlers, Ajith A was the most economical, taking 1/21 in his 6 overs. Ajeesh Kakkattusseril Prabhakaran (1/28), Alan M Alexander (1/10), and Vivek (1/18) were the other wicket-takers.
Hero of the Match
Babar Ali (United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI) Babar Ali earned the hero of the match honors for his decisive all-round contribution. His spell of 4/24 effectively halted the Limerick Blasters’ progress in the first innings, and he followed it up by scoring a crucial 30 runs in the chase to secure victory for Clonmel.
MCU Division 1 — Week 5 Match Report
Limerick Blasters CC 1st XI vs Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI Date: 16 May 2026
Venue: Croker’s Oval, Ballyneety
Result: Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI won by 5 wickets
Match Summary
In Week 5 of the MCU Division 1 45-over competition, Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI secured a five-wicket victory over Limerick Blasters CC 1st XI at Croker’s Oval. After winning the toss and electing to bat first, the Limerick Blasters posted a total of 184 all out in 43.3 overs, anchored by a disciplined knock from opener George Raju. In reply, Cork Harlequins overcame a middle-order collapse, recovering from 64/5 to reach the target in 39 overs, courtesy of an unbeaten century partnership between Vikranth Masina and Umer Khan.
First Innings: Limerick Blasters CC 1st XI Batting
The Limerick Blasters opening pair added 25 runs before Anunath Gopinathan Valsala (20) was clean-bowled by Seneth Sumanasinghe. Fellow opener George Raju anchored the innings, top-scoring with a resilient 45 off 95 balls. However, the top and middle order found it difficult to establish lasting partnerships, as Rahul Poulose (9), captain Thomas Raju (1), and Abin Mathew (2) fell in relatively quick succession, leaving the Blasters at 64/4.
Jeffin Mathew contributed 8 runs before falling leg-before-wicket, but a middle-order recovery came via Regis Rex, who struck 30 off 43 deliveries. Dileep Raveendran Nair added a quick 18 off 15 balls, while minor late-order runs from Tenson Dsilva (8) and Arun Kumar Harikumar (4*) pushed the final total to 184. The innings was aided by 39 extras, including 21 wides.
For the Harlequins, Seneth Sumanasinghe led the bowling display with figures of 4/30 from his 8.3 overs. J Kalathera bowled economically to claim 2/25 from 8 overs, while Umer Khan took 2/21 in his 9-over spell. Michael Higgins (1/52) and Haris Patrick Raj Henry (1/20) claimed one wicket each.
Second Innings: Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI Batting
Chasing 185 for victory, Cork Harlequins encountered heavy resistance early in their reply. Opening bowler Rahul Poulose took three early wickets, dismissing P Searra (5), Jatin Jaitley (6), and Seneth Sumanasinghe (3). Following a run-out of Zeeshan Ullah (20) by George Raju and the dismissal of Faizan Gul (13) by Dileep Raveendran Nair, Cork Harlequins found themselves in a precarious position at 64/5 in the 20th over.
From that point, captain Vikranth Masina and Umer Khan combined to steady the innings. The duo put together an unbroken sixth-wicket partnership of 122 runs. Vikranth Masina finished on 48* off 80 balls, while Umer Khan accelerated the scoring with an unbeaten 49 off 49 balls, hitting five boundaries and a six. The visitors crossed the target line in the 39th over, with 42 extras (including 30 wides) helping them along to 186/5.
Rahul Poulose was the pick of the Blasters’ bowlers, returning impressive figures of 3/27 from his 9 overs, which included 3 maidens. Dileep Raveendran Nair was similarly economical, taking 1/29 from 7 overs with 3 maidens.
Hero of the Match
Umer Khan (Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI) Umer Khan is named the hero of the match for his vital all-round performance. In the first innings, his disciplined bowling shift yielded figures of 2/21 from 9 overs. He then arrived at the crease with his side under pressure at 64/5 and turned the match with an unbeaten, counter-attacking 49 runs to ensure victory.
MCU Division 3 — Week 5 Match Report
Lismore CC 1st XI vs Waterford & District CC 1st XI Date: 16 May 2026
Venue: Carriganore CG, Waterford
Result: Lismore CC 1st XI won by 91 runs
Match Summary
In Week 5 of the MCU Division 3 40-over competition, Lismore CC 1st XI secured a comfortable 91-run victory over Waterford & District CC 1st XI at Carriganore. Following an uncontested toss, Lismore batted first and overcame early top-order setbacks to compile a competitive total of 227/9. Waterford & District’s run chase stalled against a disciplined, multi-pronged Lismore bowling attack, concluding with the hosts bowled out for 136 in the 28th over.
First Innings: Lismore CC 1st XI Batting
Lismore’s innings began under pressure as Syed Shakib Shaharia struck early, removing Jomy Kuriachan (8) and Jamsheed Mohammed (0) in successive deliveries to leave the score at 27/2. Michael Talbot contributed 19 runs before becoming Syed Shakib Shaharia’s third victim, and when Sarath Jose (13) fell shortly after a brief rain delay, Lismore was struggling at 49/4.
The middle order initiated a recovery. Wicketkeeper Vivek Thomas scored 33 off 45 balls, anchoring a 52-run partnership with Milind Yadav (19). Following their dismissals, Aadhvin Veera provided the defining performance of the innings, striking a quick-fire 59 off 52 balls, including five boundaries and two sixes. He found an able partner in captain G Nair, who contributed 25 runs. A late cameo from S KS, who blasted an unbeaten 21 off just 9 deliveries, ensured Lismore finished their 40 overs on 227/9.
For Waterford & District, Syed Shakib Shaharia led the bowling attack with figures of 3/39 from his 8 overs. Muhammad Hussain picked up late wickets to finish with 2/24 from 2 overs, while R Khalily (1/29), Benjamin Martin (1/18), Mohd Siblee Islam (1/40), and Farooq khan Naseri (1/32) took one wicket each.
Second Innings: Waterford & District CC 1st XI Batting
Chasing a target of 228, Waterford & District’s reply struggled for momentum. Opener R Khalily (4) was bowled early by S KS. Mohd Siblee Islam managed 12 runs before being trapped leg-before by Jayamohan Kuruvilla. Sourav Ganguly top-scored for the hosts with a steady 38 off 47 balls, but his departure at 79/5 left the side facing a steep climb.
Middle-order batsman Sami Noor provided lone resistance to finish unbeaten on 26 off 36 balls. However, he lacked sustained support from the lower order. Regular breakthroughs by the Lismore bowlers dismantled the tail quickly, with Farooq khan Naseri (8), Syed Shakib Shaharia (6), Taimoor Zaheer (0), Muhammad Hussain (3), and Balaraja Jayaramaiah (0) failing to forge significant partnerships. The innings folded for 136 inside 28 overs.
The Lismore bowling unit shared the workload efficiently. S KS (2/45), Jayamohan Kuruvilla (2/23), and Aadhvin Veera (2/16) picked up two wickets apiece. Defending support came from Niju Joseph (1/29), Milind Yadav (1/2), and Sarath Jose (1/7).
Hero of the Match
Aadhvin Veera (Lismore CC 1st XI) is named the hero of the match for his highly impactful all-round contribution. His aggressive half-century (59 runs) elevated Lismore to a defensible total from a difficult position, and he followed up his batting performance by taking 2/16 during Waterford’s innings to stifle any hopes of a successful chase.
MCU Division 1 — Week 5 Match Report
County Kerry CC 2nd XI vs Clare CC 2nd XI Date: 16 May 2026
Venue: Ballycasey Clare Oval, Shannon
Result: Clare CC 2nd XI won by 9 wickets
Match Summary
In Week 5 of the MCU Division 1 45-over league, Clare CC 2nd XI registered a commanding nine-wicket victory over County Kerry CC 2nd XI at Ballycasey Clare Oval. After winning the toss and electing to bat first, County Kerry were bowled out for 208 runs in 44.3 overs, anchored primarily by a half-century from Shani Alam. Clare made short work of the run chase, reaching 211/1 in just 25.2 overs on the back of an unbeaten century from M Sidiqui and a fluent half-century from Faizan Hakim.
First Innings: County Kerry CC 2nd XI Batting
County Kerry’s top order had several batsmen make starts but struggled to build substantial partnerships. Bilal Ahmed (7) fell early to K Javed, followed by Kamran Muhammad (25) and Zeeshan Arif (21), who were dismissed by Ziauddin Khan and Z Udin respectively. When Qassim Mohammed (12) and Numan Ahmad (0) fell in short succession, Kerry found themselves in difficulty.
Luqman kabir contributed 13 runs, but the main resistance came from Shani Alam, who batted resolutely down the order to finish unbeaten on 58. He received late-order support from captain Majid Yousaf (13) and Ananya Mishra (25), which pushed the visitors past the 200-run mark. The innings concluded at 208 all out, aided by 32 extras.
For Clare, K Javed led the bowling figures with 3/37 from his 8.3 overs, while Z Udin proved equally effective, claiming 3/47 in his 6 overs. Mushtaq Safi picked up 2/33 from 7 overs, with Ziauddin Khan (1/17) and Faizan Hakim (1/12) taking one wicket apiece to keep the pressure on the batting side.
Second Innings: Clare CC 2nd XI Batting
Chasing a target of 209, Clare’s reply was dominant from the outset. Opening batsman S Taj was dismissed early for 6, caught by Bilal Ahmed off the bowling of Ananya Mishra. However, this proved to be the only breakthrough for the Kerry bowling attack.
Faizan Hakim joined wicketkeeper M Sidiqui at the crease, and the pair systematically dismantled the opposition bowling unit with an unbroken 195-run partnership. Faizan Hakim scored a composed 81* from 12 boundaries and a six, while M Sidiqui spearheaded the chase, racing to an unbeaten 101, which included 14 boundaries and 3 sixes. Clare comfortably achieved the winning total, finishing on 211/1 in 25.2 overs.
The County Kerry bowlers found it difficult to contain the scoring rates. Ananya Mishra finished with the only wicket, returning figures of 1/40 from 6 overs, while Luqman kabir (0/48), Majid Yousaf (0/29), Adil Rahil (0/22), Shani Alam (0/24), and Zeeshan Arif (0/25) remained wicketless.
Hero of the Match
M Sidiqui (Clare CC 2nd XI) M Sidiqui is named the hero of the match for his match-winning, unbeaten century (101*). Arriving at the crease early in the innings, his aggressive strokeplay ensured Clare chased down the 209-run target rapidly and with minimal complication.
MCU Division 5 — Week 5 Match Report
Cork County CC 4th XI vs Waterford Vikings 2nd XI Date: 16 May 2026
Venue: Gracedieu West, Co. Waterford
Result: Waterford Vikings 2nd XI won by 4 wickets
Match Summary
In Week 5 of the MCU Division 5 40-over competition, Waterford Vikings 2nd XI secured a four-wicket victory over Cork County CC 4th XI at Gracedieu West. After winning the toss and electing to bowl first, the Vikings limited Cork County to 135/9 in their allotted 40 overs, despite a patient defensive effort from Ahmar Ahsan. In response, the Vikings overcame an initial double-wicket setback and a mid-innings collapse to reach 137/6 in 28.4 overs, guided home by an unbeaten seventh-wicket partnership.
First Innings: Cork County CC 4th XI Batting
Cork County faced early pressure during the initial powerplay, slipping to 26/3 inside six overs. K Gude (11) and Muhammad Zaid Akram (7) both fell to Dipu Mathai, while AA Muhammad was dismissed for a duck. Wicketkeeper-batsman Ahmar Ahsan anchored the remainder of the innings, remaining unbeaten on 32 runs after facing 101 deliveries.
Partnerships were sparse as the Vikings’ bowlers maintained discipline. Mohammad Abas Faizi contributed 16 runs before falling to Shaiju Dharmaraj, and William Quinn chipped in with 9 off 27 balls. Late-order runs from Senan O’Connell (16) and captain Mohammed Huzaif Hussain Siddiqui (8) helped lift the visitor’s score, while 31 extras further aided the total. Cork County concluded their 40 overs at 135/9.
For the Waterford Vikings, Dipu Mathai led the attack with figures of 3/32 from his 8 overs. Varun Zachariah was highly economical, returning 2/15 from 6 overs, while Shaiju Dharmaraj took 2/18 from 6 overs. K Omanakuttan (1/19) and Shernove Mathew (1/20) claimed one wicket each.
Second Innings: Waterford Vikings 2nd XI Batting
The Vikings’ run chase began precariously as opening bowler Senan O’Connell claimed two wickets in the first two balls of the innings, dismissing A Padayattil (0) and Varun Zachariah (0) to leave the hosts at 0/2. Shernove Mathew and A Joseph rebuilt the innings with a 56-run third-wicket partnership. A Joseph scored 24 runs off 33 balls before falling to Steve Ross, which triggered a middle-order collapse.
Steve Ross struck in quick succession to remove K Omanakuttan (0) and Arun Kumar (0). When Senan O’Connell returned to dismiss top-scorer Shernove Mathew for a 42-ball 42, the Vikings were reduced to 86/6.
However, wicketkeeper Mathew Varughese (15* off 47 balls) and Dipu Mathai (18* off 44 balls) combined for an unbroken 51-run partnership for the seventh wicket. Benefiting from 38 extras—including 35 wides—the duo successfully navigated the target, closing out the match at 137/6 in the 29th over.
The Cork County bowling attack was spearheaded by Steve Ross, who took 3/12 in 6 overs, including two maidens. Senan O’Connell also bowled effectively, finishing with figures of 3/30 from 6 overs with two maidens.
Hero of the Match
Dipu Mathai (Waterford Vikings 2nd XI) Dipu Mathai is named the hero of the match for his vital all-round contributions. He put in a strong bowling performance in the first innings, taking 3/32 to disrupt Cork County’s top order. He then returned under pressure with the bat, scoring an unbeaten 18 runs to anchor the decisive seventh-wicket partnership that secured the victory.
MCU Premier — Week 5 Match Report
Cork Harlequins CC 1st XI vs Cork County CC 1st XI Date: 17 May 2026
Venue: Farmers Cross, Cork
Result: Cork County CC 1st XI won by 3 wickets (Target revised to 140 off 40 overs)
Match Summary
In Week 5 of the MCU Premier league, Cork County CC 1st XI secured a tight three-wicket victory over local rivals Cork Harlequins CC 1st XI at Farmers Cross. After winning the toss and electing to bowl, Cork County bowled out the Harlequins for 155, headlined by a five-wicket haul from Z Khan. Due to an interruption or technical adjustment noted in the scorecard, Cork County’s target was officially revised to 140 runs from 40 overs. Despite a strong bowling performance from the Harlequins’ J Kalathera, an unbeaten half-century from Z Khan guided Cork County over the finish line in the 38th over.
First Innings: Cork Harlequins CC 1st XI Batting
Cork Harlequins’ innings relied heavily on opening wicketkeeper-batsman Callum Stevenson, who anchored the top order with a patient 46 off 68 balls, hitting four boundaries. His opening partner Shivam Kislay (4) and number three Sidharth Pushp (4) fell early to Samuel Jacob Fenn and D Shetty, respectively.
Middle-order contributions from Matthew Brewster (15), captain Kieran O’Reilly (15), and Mustak Mardan (21) provided brief stability, but the Harlequins collapsed once Z Khan entered the primary bowling phase. Umer Khan scored a quick 23 off 15 balls, including a boundary and two sixes, but received little support as Zeeshan Ullah (0), P Searra (1), and J Kalathera (4) fell rapidly. The Harlequins were bowled out for 155.
Z Khan was the standout performer for Cork County, taking 5/27 in his 8 overs. Samuel Jacob Fenn also delivered an excellent spell, registering figures of 3/17 from 7 overs with two maidens. Siddharth Joshi bowled a highly economical 10-over spell to finish with 0/20, while D Shetty picked up 1/33.
Second Innings: Cork County CC 1st XI Batting
Chasing a revised target of 140 runs from 40 overs, Cork County’s top order experienced immediate difficulties against a disciplined Harlequins bowling attack. Ritesh Sah was trapped leg-before by Matthew Brewster for 6. While Donald Marakassery made a start with 25 runs, J Kalathera ripped through the upper-middle order, dismissing Niall Donnelly (5), Brian Upman (0), and later Prashant Singh (0) to reduce Cork County to a precarious position.
Following the dismissal of C Aherne (1) by Sidharth Pushp and Siddharth Joshi (9) by Kieran O’Reilly, the responsibility fell entirely on Z Khan. Coming in lower down the order, Z Khan struck an unbeaten 64 off just 41 balls, including four boundaries and four sixes, to completely shift the momentum. Alongside D Shetty (11*), he navigated the remaining runs to reach 141/7 in 37.3 overs, sealing a three-wicket victory.
For the Harlequins, J Kalathera finished with notable figures of 4/24 from his 8 overs. Matthew Brewster was exceptionally tight, conceding just 16 runs in his 8 overs for one wicket, while Sidharth Pushp (1/18) and Kieran O’Reilly (1/21) were the other wicket-takers.
Hero of the Match
Z Khan (Cork County CC 1st XI) Z Khan delivered a decisive, match-winning all-round performance. In the first innings, his bowling spell tore through the opposition line-up to yield figures of 5/27. He then turned hero with the bat, arriving during a critical batting collapse to hit a counter-attacking, unbeaten 64* off 41 balls to ensure victory for his side.
MCU Division 2 — Week 5 Match Report
Nenagh CC 2nd XI vs Waterford Vikings 1st XI Date: 17 May 2026
Venue: Gracedieu West, Co. Waterford
Result: Waterford Vikings 1st XI won by 5 wickets
Match Summary
In Week 5 of the MCU Division 2 40-over league, Waterford Vikings 1st XI secured a five-wicket victory over Nenagh CC 2nd XI at Gracedieu West. After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Nenagh struggled to form partnerships through multiple weather delays and were bowled out for 118 runs in 32.4 overs. The Waterford Vikings successfully chased down the target in 18.3 overs, overcoming mid-innings structural damage primarily through a rapid half-century from Vishnu Suresh Syamala.
First Innings: Nenagh CC 2nd XI Batting
Nenagh’s opening pair established a 31-run stand before Sreehari Vinobaji (6) was bowled by Vishnu Suresh Syamala. Captain Jibin Scaria anchored the top order, lasting 60 balls for his 20 runs. However, progress was disrupted by both regular wickets and two separate rain delays at the 13th and 20th overs.
Raja Umer provided the main middle-order resistance with 17 runs off 34 balls, but his departure at 84/4 initiated a steady slide. SIBIN JACOB reached double figures with 10 runs, but the lower order collapsed against the Vikings’ variations. Piyush Thakre (6), Rajkumar Nagulsamy (3), BM Kuriakose (0), and nenagh Ahmed Sheheryar (0) fell in short succession as the visitors were dismissed for 118. The total was notably assisted by 44 extras, including 38 wides.
For the Vikings, Vishnu Suresh Syamala led the bowling charts with 3/29 from his 8 overs. J Kuriakose was highly economical, returning figures of 2/19 from 7 overs with two maidens, while L Joy finished the innings efficiently to claim 2/9. Jobin Baby (1/22), Vipin Abraham (1/11), and V Velusamy (1/16) picked up one wicket apiece.
Second Innings: Waterford Vikings 1st XI Batting
Chasing a target of 119, the Vikings’ top order faced a stern challenge from Jomy Joseph. Opening bowler Jomy Joseph dismissed V Velusamy (0), J Kuriakose (24), and R Ulahannan (0) early on, reducing the hosts to 36/3 after nine overs.
The momentum shifted dramatically during the fourth-wicket partnership between Shubham Salunke and Vishnu Suresh Syamala. Vishnu Suresh Syamala initiated a counter-attack, striking a 24-ball half-century. He eventually fell for 51 off 27 deliveries—hitting five boundaries and four sixes—caught by SIBIN JACOB off the bowling of Binu Joseph.
Binu Joseph followed up immediately by clean-bowling captain F Francis for a duck to leave the score at 98/5, but Shubham Salunke remained firm. Shubham Salunke finished unbeaten on 30 off 35 balls alongside Anil Davis (0*) to guide the Vikings home to 119/5 in the 19th over.
Jomy Joseph was the pick of the Nenagh bowlers, taking 3/36 from his 6 overs, while Binu Joseph achieved figures of 2/24 from 3.3 overs.
Hero of the Match
Vishnu Suresh Syamala (Waterford Vikings 1st XI) Vishnu Suresh Syamala is named the hero of the match for his decisive all-round performance. He set the tone in the first innings by returning leading figures of 3/29 with the ball. He then arrived at the crease with his team under pressure at 36/3 and struck a quick-fire 51 runs to decisively tip the momentum in favour of the Vikings.
MCU Premier — Week 5 Match Report
Midleton CC 1st XI vs Limerick CC 1st XI Date: 17 May 2026
Venue: Townparks, Midleton
Result: Midleton CC 1st XI won by 11 runs
Match Summary
In a high-scoring Week 5 encounter of the MCU Premier league, Midleton CC 1st XI defeated Limerick CC 1st XI by 11 runs at Townparks. After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Midleton compiled a formidable total of 318/6 in their 50 overs, built upon a substantial opening partnership. Limerick mounted a persistent response in their chase, spearheaded by a century from captain Anvesh Bogavelly, but ultimately fell just short as they were bowled out for 307 in the final over of the match.
First Innings: Midleton CC 1st XI Batting
Midleton’s innings got off to a highly productive start as openers Awais Yasin ahmed and Murad Rasheed put together a 167-run partnership for the first wicket. Awais Yasin ahmed scored 79 off 91 balls, hitting nine boundaries and a six, before being dismissed by Anvesh Bogavelly. Murad Rasheed anchored the innings further, coming within four runs of a century before falling for 96 off 120 deliveries (8 fours, 4 sixes) to the bowling of Hari Narayanan (noted via the catch).
Following the dismissals of captain Majid Khan (30) and AS Wattoo (4), Muhammad Shabir provided significant late-innings acceleration. Muhammad Shabir blasted a 25-ball half-century, finishing with 56 runs off 28 balls, featuring six boundaries and three sixes. Supported by Adeel Rafi Ahmed (11*) and Zuhair Shah (11), Midleton concluded their allotted 50 overs at a commanding 318/6.
For Limerick, Anvesh Bogavelly was the most economical front-line bowler, taking 2/39 from his 10 overs. Ajay Hari claimed 2/74 from 9 overs, while Prasad Hegde (1/52) and Ramoji Alla (1/64) picked up a wicket each.
Second Innings: Limerick CC 1st XI Batting
Limerick’s pursuit of 319 runs suffered early complications, losing openers Bharat Dahima (2) and Nishant Kumar (18) to leave the score at 26/2. Karthik Maniaraas was later trapped lbw by Danish Iqbal for 13, bringing Anvesh Bogavelly to the crease to join Ayan Ullah. The pair added stability before Ayan Ullah was dismissed for 37 by Muhammad Shabir.
Anvesh Bogavelly played a captain’s innings, anchoring multiple partnerships while accelerating the scoring. He shared a 52-run stand with Prasad Hegde (35) and a rapid 50-run partnership with Sumukh Venkatesh (21), reaching his century off 82 balls. Anvesh Bogavelly was eventually dismissed for 119 off 93 deliveries, a knock that included 11 boundaries and 3 sixes, leaving the score at 278/7.
Limerick’s lower order continued to fight, assisted by 6 penalty runs awarded in the 49th over due to a slow over-rate by Midleton. Parth Borghare contributed 19 runs, pushing the score past 300. However, Javed Ahmed Azami and Robin Sebastian combined to claim the final wickets, bowling Limerick out for 307 with just one ball remaining in the match.
Javed Ahmed Azami led the Midleton bowling attack with figures of 3/58 from his 10 overs. Danish Iqbal took 2/47 from 8 overs, while Robin Sebastian delivered a crucial late spell to return 2/26 from 7.5 overs. Muhammad Shabir (1/40) and AS Wattoo (1/69) also contributed clear breakthroughs.
Hero of the Match
Muhammad Shabir (Midleton CC 1st XI) In a contest decided by fine margins, Muhammad Shabir earned the hero of the match distinction for providing the decisive late impetus. His rapid 56 off 28 balls pushed Midleton beyond the 300-run mark, which proved essential given Limerick’s strong chase. He further influenced the outcome by bowling a disciplined 10-over spell, taking 1/40 to help seal the narrow 11-run victory.
