Cork Harlequins CC U17 XI 206/6 (20 overs)
Cork County CC U17 XI B 136/4 (20 overs)
Result: Cork Harlequins CC U17 XI won by 70 runs
Cork Harlequins CC U17 XI produced a decisive batting performance at Farmers Cross, Cork on 14 August 2026 to set up a 70-run win over Cork County CC U17 XI B in the MCU U17 T20 Superleague. After winning the toss and choosing to bat, Harlequins posted 206 for 6, and then restricted County to 136 for 4 in reply.
Harlequins innings — 206/6 (20 overs)
Harlequins lost Hashim Ahsan for 0 in the opening over, but the innings was transformed by a dominant second-wicket partnership between Seneth Sumanasinghe and Namish Kumar. Sumanasinghe made 38 from 25 balls and provided early momentum, while Namish Kumar anchored and then accelerated through the middle and late overs, compiling 111 from 69 deliveries with 15 fours. The pair added 140 for the second wicket, placing County under sustained scoreboard pressure.
After Sumanasinghe fell at 12.2 overs with the score on 140, Harlequins maintained control of the innings. Archis Yewale made 7 and Aidan Brokenshire 1, while Aryan Zuhair Shah contributed 10 before being dismissed late. O Flynn (3 not out) and Aarush Verma (0 not out) completed the innings as Harlequins finished strongly at 206.
For County, Johncil Dsouza was the most effective bowler, taking 3 wickets and helping limit further damage after the main partnership. C Aherne, Ruairi Newton and JN Young took one wicket each, but Harlequins’ scoring rate during the second-wicket stand ultimately defined the innings.
County chase — 136/4 (20 overs)
County’s reply was competitive in phases but did not develop quickly enough to threaten the target. Early wickets left them 23 for 2, with C Aherne (13) and Nathan Malik (6) both dismissed inside the first five overs. Abeer Muhammad provided the clearest scoring intent with 27 from 25 balls, but he was bowled by Seneth Sumanasinghe at 11.4 overs, halting a potential rebuilding phase.
From there, Ahmar Ahsan carried the innings through to the close, finishing 37 not out from 48 balls, while Johncil Dsouza added a useful 14 not out at the end. James Venter contributed 14 before being stumped off Aarush Verma. County finished on 136 for 4, with Harlequins having done enough to control the chase through key wickets and a manageable run rate.
Harlequins’ bowling contributions were shared: A Gumber took 1 for 17, Ammar Maqbool claimed the first wicket, Seneth Sumanasinghe removed Abeer Muhammad, and Aarush Verma added the stumping dismissal of James Venter.
Match assessment
The match was decided by Harlequins’ batting depth and, in particular, the scale and tempo of the second-wicket partnership. County’s chase contained steady contributions, led by Ahmar Ahsan, but early wickets and the dismissal of Abeer Muhammad meant the required rate continued to climb. Harlequins’ ability to post 200-plus and then take wickets at key points ensured a clear 70-run victory.
Hero of the match: Namish Kumar
Namish Kumar’s 111 was the defining performance of the game, anchoring Harlequins’ innings and setting the platform for a total that proved out of reach for Cork County U17 XI B.
Nenagh CC 1st XI 123 all out (29.2 overs)
Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI 127/2 (23.5 overs)
Result: Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI won by 8 wickets
Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI recorded an eight-wicket win over Nenagh CC 1st XI at Farmers Cross, Cork on 15 August 2026 in the MCU Division 1 (45 overs) competition. After winning the toss and choosing to bowl, Harlequins dismissed Nenagh for 123 inside 30 overs and then completed the chase with a controlled batting performance.
Nenagh innings — 123 all out (29.2 overs)
Nenagh’s innings was held back by early wickets and a steady loss of momentum through the middle overs. Captain Vimal John Mathai was trapped lbw by Jayanth Komala early, and Cinulal Varickatharappel fell to the same bowler as Harlequins reduced Nenagh to 22 for 2. Tony Kurian provided the main resistance with 28 from 42 balls, striking five boundaries, but support was limited as further wickets fell at regular intervals.
Nenagh briefly consolidated through the middle phase with Naveen George contributing 14, but Harlequins’ bowlers continued to find dismissals and prevent partnerships. The lower order added some late runs through Bevin Saiju (7) and Rajkumar Nagulsamy (19), but Nenagh were bowled out for 123 in 29.2 overs.
Harlequins’ bowling effort was shared and effective. Sagar led the way with 3 wickets, including the key dismissal of Sreenivas Pockathara Maniappan for 0. Jayanth Komala and Magesh Kumar both took two wickets, while Kieran O’Reilly returned an economical spell with two wickets and only seven runs conceded from 4.2 overs. Vikranth Masina added a wicket as Harlequins maintained consistent pressure through the innings.
Key Harlequins bowling figures:
- Sagar 5–0–28–3
- Kieran O’Reilly 4.2–2–7–2
- Jayanth Komala 5–1–15–2
- Magesh Kumar 5–0–20–2
Cork Harlequins chase — 127/2 (23.5 overs)
In reply, Harlequins batted with composure and kept the chase straightforward. Sachin Yewale top-scored with 47, setting the tempo and ensuring the required rate remained manageable. Faizan Gul supported with 24 before being bowled by Vimal John Mathai, and Ted Williamson guided the innings to completion with 35 not out. Kieran O’Reilly remained 4 not out at the end as Harlequins reached the target in 23.5 overs for the loss of two wickets.
For Nenagh, Bevin Saiju and Vimal John Mathai were the wicket-takers, but Harlequins’ top order avoided extended pressure and managed the chase efficiently.
Match assessment
The match was shaped by Harlequins’ ability to take early wickets and maintain control through the middle overs, preventing Nenagh from establishing any substantial partnerships. With a modest target, Harlequins’ chase was built around a steady contribution from Sachin Yewale and a composed finish from Ted Williamson, sealing the result with plenty of time remaining in the 45-over format.
Hero of the match: Kieran O’Reilly
Kieran O’Reilly delivered the most influential performance, combining an outstanding spell of 4.2–2–7–2 to help dismiss Nenagh for 123, and then contributing to the chase by finishing 4 not out as Harlequins secured an eight-wicket win.
Midleton CC 2nd XI 238/6 (45 overs)
Limerick CC 2nd XI 143 all out (36.5 overs)
Result: Midleton CC 2nd XI won by 95 runs
Midleton CC 2nd XI delivered a comprehensive performance at Townparks, Midleton on 15 August 2026, combining a structured batting innings with a disciplined bowling effort to secure a 95-run victory over Limerick CC 2nd XI. Having won the toss, Midleton chose to bat and built a competitive total before dismissing Limerick with more than eight overs remaining.
Midleton innings — 238/6 (45 overs)
Midleton were tested early, losing two wickets inside the powerplay, but the innings was stabilised and then shaped by a substantial knock from Zuhair Shah. Opening the batting, Shah compiled 81 from 101 balls, striking 11 fours, and provided the central platform around which Midleton constructed their total. He rebuilt after the early losses and then added momentum through the middle overs as Midleton moved into a strong position by the time he was dismissed at 158/5 in the 35th over.
Midleton’s late-innings lift came through Fayyaz Khan, who finished 54 not out from 39 balls, with seven fours and two sixes, accelerating effectively in the final ten overs. Balaji Suresh contributed 17 and Faraz ur rehman Sharif added 16, ensuring Midleton had support around the main innings and a strong finish to reach 238.
For Limerick, Waqas Mehmood returned 2/33 and Sarfraz Ramay took 2/32, keeping the run rate in check for spells, while Ayan Ullah removed an early wicket and Bharat Dahima claimed one later breakthrough.
Key Midleton batting contributions:
- Zuhair Shah 81 (101)
- Fayyaz Khan 54* (39)
- Balaji Suresh 17 (26)
- Faraz ur rehman Sharif 16 (27*
Limerick chase — 143 all out (36.5 overs)
Chasing 239, Limerick’s innings was anchored by Bharat Dahima, who scored 62 from 90 balls with seven boundaries and carried the chase through the middle overs. However, wickets fell steadily at the other end, and Limerick were unable to build the partnerships required to keep pace with the target.
Midleton’s bowlers shared the wickets and maintained control through the innings. Faraz ur rehman Sharif was the leading wicket-taker with 3/34, removing key middle-order batters including Abubakar Aziz Ullah and Sarfraz Ramay as Limerick attempted to rebuild. Fayyaz Khan returned an economical spell and took 2/21, including the wickets of Ayan Ullah and Sumukh Venkatesh in the same over to reduce Limerick to 63/5. Atif Jameel, Christian Laubscher, Naveen Kumar Siddotam, and MUHAMMAD ALI each took one wicket, keeping Limerick under pressure across all phases. The pivotal moment came when Dahima was run out for 62 at 129/7, leaving Limerick with too much to do late in the chase.
Key Midleton bowling figures:
- Faraz ur rehman Sharif 5–0–34–3
- Fayyaz Khan 8–0–21–2
- MUHAMMAD ALI 7.5–0–23–1
- Atif Jameel 5–0–23–1
- Christian Laubscher 5–0–18–1
- Naveen Kumar Siddotam 6–0–22–*
Match assessment
Midleton’s win was built on two decisive phases: Zuhair Shah’s long innings that set the platform for a competitive total, and a sustained bowling performance that prevented Limerick from establishing partnerships around Bharat Dahima. The late acceleration from Fayyaz Khan ensured Midleton’s total had additional weight, and the bowling unit then defended it with consistent wicket-taking and control.
Hero of the match: Zuhair Shah
Zuhair Shah was the key contributor, with his 81 providing the foundation for Midleton’s 238/6 and setting the match up for the bowlers to defend successfully.
Clare CC 4th XI 104 all out (25 overs)
County Kerry CC 3rd XI 105/4 (15.2 overs)
Result: County Kerry CC 3rd XI won by 6 wickets
County Kerry CC 3rd XI completed a comfortable chase at Ballycasey Clare Oval, Shannon on 15 August 2026, securing a six-wicket win after dismissing Clare CC 4th XI for 104. Clare won the toss and chose to bat, but Kerry’s bowlers established early control and the chase was finished inside 16 overs despite a brief middle-overs wobble.
Clare innings — 104 all out (25 overs)
Clare’s innings was shaped by a strong contribution from Tamhasip Khan, who top-scored with 39 from 32 balls, striking nine fours and providing the only sustained momentum with the bat. Clare, however, lost wickets regularly around him, including early dismissals for Tejas Dagha (0) and Rafiqul Alam (9), and then a period where the scoring rate slowed as Kerry’s bowlers tightened their lines.
Kerry’s attack was led by Sonu Sabu, who returned an economical 7–2–11–3 and set the tone with early breakthroughs. Kiran Josey took 3 wickets to remove key lower-order players, while Jithu Jayaprakash added 2 and helped prevent a recovery after the fall of Tamhasip Khan at 88/6. Clare were dismissed for 104 in the 25th over, leaving them needing early wickets to apply pressure in the second innings.
Key Kerry bowling figures:
- Sonu Sabu 7–2–11–3
- Kiran Josey 6–0–30–3
- Jithu Jayaprakash 6–1–29–2
County Kerry chase — 105/4 (15.2 overs)
Kerry’s reply began at pace, with Shreyas Padmanabha Sharma Beedubail scoring 23 from 21 balls to provide early impetus. Clare responded with a productive spell from Rana Azher Ali, who took 3 wickets including Devon Janjetich (0), Shreyas Padmanabha Sharma Beedubail (23), and Stephen Jonnalagadda (8), briefly reducing Kerry to 52/3 and giving Clare an opening.
That resistance was ultimately contained by Sonu Sabu, who followed his strong bowling performance with an unbeaten 39 from 31 balls, striking eight fours and controlling the chase through the middle overs. Adi contributed 12 before being dismissed, and Noor Shah finished unbeaten on 6 as Kerry reached the target with more than 24 overs unused.
Key Clare bowling figures:
- Rana Azher Ali 7–0–40–3
- Hammad Ali 4–0–32–1
Match assessment
The match was set up by Kerry’s bowling discipline in the first innings, led by Sonu Sabu and supported by Kiran Josey, which limited Clare to 104. Clare’s best opportunity came through Rana Azher Ali’s three-wicket spell that briefly checked the chase, but Kerry’s response, anchored by Sonu Sabu, ensured the target was reached with limited risk.
Hero of the match: Sonu Sabu
Sonu Sabu was the decisive performer, taking 3/11 to shape the first innings and then top-scoring in the chase with 39 (31)* to guide County Kerry to a six-wicket win.
Cork Harlequins CC 4th XI 199/7 (40 overs)
Waterford & District CC 1st XI 203/6 (23.5 overs)
Result: Waterford & District CC 1st XI won by 4 wickets
Waterford & District CC 1st XI completed a successful chase at Carriganore CG, Waterford on 15 August 2026, defeating Cork Harlequins CC 4th XI by four wickets in a 40-over Division 3 fixture. Harlequins, after choosing to bat, posted 199 for 7, but Waterford’s top order and middle-order scoring ensured the target was reached inside 24 overs despite losing six wickets.
Cork Harlequins innings — 199/7 (40 overs)
Harlequins were slowed early by the loss of Saravanan Kannan for 1, and then Archis Yewale made 24 before falling at 39/2. From there the innings was built around a long third-wicket stand between D Divakaran and Md Adnan Bin Aziz. Divakaran top-scored with 62 from 88 balls, striking ten fours, while Md Adnan Bin Aziz added 57 from 66, providing the key stability through the middle overs and taking Harlequins beyond 150.
Late scoring came through Venkatesh Kumar, who contributed 33 from 33, before Waterford’s bowlers struck in quick succession to remove him and pick up late wickets. Waterford’s best spell came from Zubair Shahid, who took 4 wickets for 26 runs in 7 overs, including the dismissals of Md Adnan Bin Aziz, Venkatesh Kumar, Paul Bridgeman, and Jon Russell. Syed Shakib Shaharia and Mohd Siblee Islam also took wickets to keep Harlequins in check.
Key Harlequins batting contributions:
- D Divakaran 62 (88)
- Md Adnan Bin Aziz 57 (66)
- Venkatesh Kumar 33 (33)
- Archis Yewale 24 (25)
Key Waterford bowling figures:
- Zubair Shahid 7–0–26–4
- Syed Shakib Shaharia 7–0–30–1
- Mohd Siblee Islam 8–1–31–1
- SK Jayaram 8–0–36–1
Waterford & District chase — 203/6 (23.5 overs)
Waterford’s reply was driven by strong scoring from the top and middle order. After early wickets for Mohd Siblee Islam (1) and Aaron Pinto (0), Sourav Ganguly played the key innings at the top, scoring 53 from 38 balls with ten boundaries. That provided early momentum and set up the chase for the middle order.
PS Francis then led the main scoring phase with 59 from 56 balls, striking eleven fours and keeping the chase on track through the middle overs. After wickets for Sami Noor and Satish Muddar, Zubair Shahid ensured there was no late complication, finishing 43 not out from 26 balls, including four fours and three sixes, to close out the match. Barathi Krishnan Jayakrishnan Prema remained unbeaten on 4 as Waterford reached the target with 16.1 overs remaining.
For Harlequins, Md Adnan Bin Aziz took 2/24 and Ammar Maqbool returned 2/5 in a short spell, while Jon Russell and Samuel Matthias each took a wicket. However, Waterford’s key partnerships and scoring rate meant the result was decided well before the closing overs.
Key Waterford batting contributions:
- PS Francis 59 (56)
- Sourav Ganguly 53 (38)
- Zubair Shahid 43* (26)
Match assessment
The match turned on two factors: Waterford’s ability to limit Harlequins to 199 through Zubair Shahid’s four-wicket spell, and Waterford’s effective top-order scoring led by Sourav Ganguly and PS Francis. Harlequins’ best passage came through the extended partnership between D Divakaran and Md Adnan Bin Aziz, but Waterford responded with a decisive chase and finished the game comfortably.
Hero of the match: Zubair Shahid
Zubair Shahid was the standout performer, taking 4/26 to shape Harlequins’ innings and then contributing an unbeaten 43 to help complete the chase.
Cork County CC 4th XI 171 all out (36.4 overs)
Waterford Vikings 2nd XI 175/6 (31.5 overs)
Result: Waterford Vikings 2nd XI won by 4 wickets
Waterford Vikings 2nd XI completed a four-wicket win over Cork County CC 4th XI at The Mardyke, Cork on 15 August 2026 in the MCU Division 5 (40 overs) competition. After choosing to field, the Vikings dismissed County for 171 and then chased the target in 31.5 overs, recovering from early wickets to finish with four wickets in hand.
Cork County innings — 171 all out (36.4 overs)
County’s total was built around a patient innings from Anubhav G, who top-scored with 46 from 73 balls, providing stability through the middle overs. William Quinn added 26 and helped lift the score in the latter half of the innings, while Nathan Malik (17) and Sagar Parmar (11) contributed at the top. County, however, lost wickets at intervals and were unable to establish a major partnership that carried deep into the innings, being bowled out in the 37th over.
The Vikings’ bowlers shared the key breakthroughs. Captain B Joseph led effectively with 3 wickets for 17 runs from 6.4 overs, while K Omanakuttan also took 3 and controlled the middle phase. Sunil Manikkoth claimed 2 wickets and helped prevent County from accelerating, and A Joseph added a wicket as the Vikings maintained control across the innings.
Key Vikings bowling figures:
- B Joseph 6.4–1–17–3
- K Omanakuttan 7–1–29–3
- Sunil Manikkoth 4–1–14–2
- A Joseph 3–0–15–1
Waterford Vikings chase — 175/6 (31.5 overs)
Waterford’s chase was anchored by a composed innings from B Joseph, who finished 45 not out from 80 balls and held the innings together as wickets fell around him. The early phase included the loss of both openers, with Vishnu PT and Sunil Manikkoth dismissed inside seven overs, but the chase accelerated through A Joseph, who made 31 from 27 balls and added a key stand with B Joseph to move the Vikings into a strong position.
The middle overs were shaped by Shernove Mathew, who scored 27 from 28 balls and kept the chase on track, before County struck back with wickets that ensured the game remained live into the final ten overs. County’s best bowling came from Vinay Patil, who took 3/46, while Sagar Parmar claimed 2/32 and INIYAN BALAKRISHNAN took a wicket. Despite those efforts, the Vikings’ lower order, supported by Tom Thomas (2 not out), completed the chase.
Key Vikings batting contributions:
- B Joseph 45* (80)
- A Joseph 31 (27)
- Shernove Mathew 27 (28)
Match assessment
The match turned on two strong all-round contributions from the Vikings. With the ball, the combined impact of B Joseph and K Omanakuttan prevented County from building sustained partnerships and ensured the target remained within reach. In the chase, B Joseph’s unbeaten 45 provided the necessary control, while A Joseph and Shernove Mathew supplied the scoring phases that allowed the Vikings to reach the target in 31.5 overs*
Hero of the match: B Joseph
B Joseph was the standout performer, taking 3/17 to lead the Vikings’ bowling effort and then anchoring the chase with 45 not out, combining influence in both innings to secure a four-wicket victory.
United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI 157 all out (36.5 overs)
Limerick Blasters CC 4th XI 108 all out (28.5 overs)
Result: United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI won by 49 runs
United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI secured a 49-run win over Limerick Blasters CC 4th XI at Lisronagh Castle Grounds, Clonmel on 16 August 2026 in the MCU Division 4 (40 overs) competition. After choosing to bat, Clonmel posted 157, and then produced a decisive bowling performance to dismiss the Blasters for 108 inside 29 overs.
United Cricket Clonmel innings — 157 all out (36.5 overs)
Clonmel’s innings featured a number of useful contributions at the top and through the middle order. Robin Raj provided an early platform with 34 from 32 balls, striking seven boundaries. B Alfaran added 32 from 49 deliveries and helped carry the innings through the middle overs. Sajan Mulaveliparambil contributed 21, and late runs from Kapil Jawandha (13) helped Clonmel push the total beyond 150.
The innings was strongly influenced by a standout spell from Aby chacko, who claimed 6/17 from 8 overs, removing key batters at regular intervals and preventing Clonmel from building a larger total. Jeevan George and Sreejith Raveendran added one wicket each, while Vishnu Pillai took two late wickets in a short spell.
Key Clonmel batting contributions:
- Robin Raj 34 (32)
- B Alfaran 32 (49)
- Sajan Mulaveliparambil 21 (30)
- Kapil Jawandha 13 (15)
Key Blasters bowling figure:
- Aby Chacko 8–2–17–6
Limerick Blasters chase — 108 all out (28.5 overs)
In reply, the Blasters were unable to establish a substantial partnership and lost wickets regularly throughout the chase. Sreejith Raveendran top-scored with 30 from 51 balls, and Vivek made 21, but the required rate and the consistent fall of wickets kept the chase behind the game.
Clonmel’s bowling was decisive, led by D Toms, who produced an exceptional spell of 6.5–3–3–5, taking five wickets while conceding just three runs. His early breakthroughs removed Aby Chacko and Sindo Puthur devassy, and he returned later to finish the innings. B Alfaran supported strongly with 3/13, removing key middle- and lower-order wickets, and Kapil Jawandha contributed with 1/8 from five overs to maintain control.
Key Clonmel bowling figures:
- D Toms 6.5–3–3–5
- B Alfaran 4–1–13–3
- Kapil Jawandha 5–2–8–1
- Anand Thekkumcheril Jacob 5–0–33–1
Match assessment
Although Clonmel were restricted to 157 despite several useful batting contributions, the total proved more than sufficient due to an outstanding bowling performance. The match turned decisively in the Blasters’ chase, where D Toms and B Alfaran combined to take eight wickets and prevent any sustained recovery. The Blasters’ best resistance came from Sreejith Raveendran and Vivek, but Clonmel’s bowling discipline ensured the chase ended well short.
Hero of the match: D Toms
D Toms was the defining performer with 5/3 from 6.5 overs, a match-winning spell that decided the chase and secured Clonmel’s 49-run victory.
