Clare CC 2nd XI Edge Limerick CC 2nd XI in Thrilling MCU Junior Cup Encounter
Competition: MCU Junior Cup (Week 10)
Date: 20 June 2026
Venue: Adare Manor, Limerick
Result: Clare CC 2nd XI won by 1 wicket
In a closely contested Week 10 fixture of the Munster Cricket Union (MCU) Junior Cup, Clare CC 2nd XI secured a narrow one-wicket victory over Limerick CC 2nd XI at Adare Manor.
First Innings: Limerick CC 2nd XI Set 170 Target
After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Limerick CC 2nd XI posted a total of 169 for 8 from their allotted 45 overs. The innings got off to a slow start with the early loss of opener Yash Srivastava (1) to Z Udin. However, a disciplined second-wicket partnership of 50 runs between Nishant Kumar (42 off 65 balls) and Bharat Dahima (15 off 59 balls) steadied the innings.
Following a brief rain delay in the 23rd over, Ayan Ullah anchored the remainder of the innings. Ullah top-scored for Limerick with a well-compiled 58 from 78 deliveries, including three boundaries. He found able support in Dharmesh Patel (19), putting together a quick-fire 50-run stand for the fifth wicket. Late wickets restricted Limerick’s push in the final powerplay, finishing on 169.
For Clare, Hrushikesh Pardeshi was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 2 for 31 from his 9 overs, while Z Udin claimed 2 for 34. Gurpreet Singh kept things tight, conceding just 25 runs from his 9 overs.
Second Innings: Clare CC 2nd XI Chase it Down in Final Overs
Chasing 170, Clare CC 2nd XI endured a difficult start, losing openers Faizan Hakim (2) and S Taj (6) early to leave them at 12 for 2. Wicketkeeper-batsman M Sidiqi led the counter-attack, striking a brisk 43 off 37 balls, including six boundaries and a six, before falling to Dharmesh Patel.
A Udin played a patient, stabilizing role, scoring 23 from 72 balls to keep Clare in the hunt. Useful contributions from Raj More (16), S Pannerselvam (13), and Z Udin (12) took Clare closer to the target. However, accurate bowling from Limerick kept the game in the balance. Syed Asif Hussain (2/24) and Dharmesh Patel (2/21) took key wickets, while Abdul Baqi Khan bowled a highly economical spell of 1 for 22 off 9 overs.
Limerick’s defense was significantly hampered by discipline, conceding a high number of extras, including 37 wides and 5 no-balls.
When S Pannerselvam was dismissed in the 41st over, Clare were left reeling at 164 for 9, still requiring 6 runs with only one wicket remaining. The final pair of Mushtaq Safi (1*) and captain Gurpreet Singh (2*) held their nerve to guide Clare across the line in the 43rd over, sealing a dramatic one-wicket win.
Hero of the Match
Ayan Ullah (Limerick CC 2nd XI)
Despite being on the losing side, Ayan Ullah delivered the standout individual performance of the match. He top-scored across both teams with a resilient 58 to form the backbone of Limerick’s innings, and later returned with the ball to deliver a crucial breakthrough by dismissing Z Udin during the tense closing stages of the chase.
United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI Secure Dominant 222-Run Victory Over Waterford Vikings
Competition: MCU Junior Cup (Week 10)
Date: 20 June 2026
Venue: Lisronagh Castle Grounds, Clonmel
Result: United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI won by 222 runs
An imposing batting performance followed by a clinical bowling display saw United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI defeat Waterford Vikings 1st XI by 222 runs in their Week 10 MCU One Day 45-over fixture at the Lisronagh Castle Grounds.
First Innings: Clonmel Post Formidable Total
Choosing to bat first after winning the toss, United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI accumulated a substantial total of 277 for 7 from their 45 overs. Opener Muhammad Arbaz Amjad Kushar laid a solid foundation for the hosts, striking 81 runs off 80 deliveries, an innings that included seven boundaries and four sixes. He initiated proceedings with a 70-run opening stand alongside captain Sharan Narke (12).
Following Kushar’s dismissal to F Francis in the 22nd over, Subeesh Velappan anchored the second half of the innings. Velappan remained unbeaten on 66 from 70 balls, reaching his half-century in 61 deliveries. He anchored several key partnerships, including a rapid 50-run 7th-wicket stand with Babar Ali (21). Ahmad Qamar also chipped in with a brisk 24. Clonmel’s total was further bolstered by 46 extras, which included a 12-run penalty awarded in the 44th over due to a slow over-rate by the visitors.
The wickets were distributed among the Waterford bowling attack, with F Francis returning the best figures of 2 for 39 from his 5 overs. B Joseph, A Joseph, and Arun Kumar claimed one wicket apiece.
Second Innings: Wickets Tumble Early in Vikings Chase
The Waterford Vikings 1st XI run chase met immediate resistance, collapsing to 3 wickets for just 3 runs within the opening over. Ahmad Qamar struck three times in his opening spell, removing Shernove Mathew (0), F Francis (0), and Mathew Varughese (0) in quick succession. Shoaib Khan maintained the pressure from the other end, clean-bowling A Joseph (3) and dismissing D Davis (2) to leave the Vikings reeling at 9 for 5 by the end of the 6th over.
K Omanakuttan offered the only sustained resistance for the visitors, scoring a resilient 31 off 41 balls, including two boundaries and two sixes. However, he received minimal support as wickets continued to fall at regular intervals. Dipu Mathai (1) fell leg-before to Sharan Narke, while Anoop A (1) was trapped lbw by Babar Ali.
The lower order was swiftly wrapped up by Adhvaith Sarath Divakaran, who mirrored Qamar’s return by taking 3 for 19 in 3.1 overs, including the wickets of Omanakuttan, J Baby (0), and Arun Kumar (5). The Vikings were bowled out for 55 runs in 16.1 overs.
Hero of the Match
Ahmad Qamar (United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI)
While both Muhammad Arbaz Amjad Kushar and Subeesh Velappan delivered excellent half-centuries, Ahmad Qamar earns the Hero of the Match distinction for breaking the game wide open at the very start of the second innings. His opening over yielded three wickets while conceding zero runs, effectively dismantling the Waterford top order immediately and defining the trajectory of the defense. He finished with figures of 3 for 10 from 4 overs, alongside a useful 24 runs with the bat.
Nenagh CC 1st XI Secure Comfortable Seven-Wicket Victory Over County Kerry CC 2nd XI
Competition: MCU Junior Cup (Week 10)
Date: 20 June 2026
Venue: Oyster Oval, Tralee
Result: Nenagh CC 1st XI won by 7 wickets
Nenagh CC 1st XI delivered a comprehensive performance to defeat County Kerry CC 2nd XI by seven wickets in their Week 10 MCU One Day 45-over fixture at the Oyster Oval. A five-wicket haul from Rajkumar Nagulsamy coupled with a disciplined half-century from Sreehari Vinobaji ensured a comfortable chase for the visitors.
First Innings: Kerry Restricted Despite Middle-Order Recovery
After winning the toss and electing to bat first, County Kerry CC 2nd XI ran into early trouble, collapsing to 53 for 5 by the 18th over. Nenagh’s bowling attack, led by Sreenivas Pockathara Maniappan (2/21) and Rajkumar Nagulsamy, caused regular breakthroughs, dismissing top-order batsmen Kamran Muhammad (4), Usman Butt (13), and Sohaib Asghar Chohan (11) cheaply.
Kerry’s innings was rescued by a resilient sixth-wicket partnership between wicketkeeper-batsman Qassim Mohammed and Bilal Ahmed. The duo put together a crucial 104-run stand to revive the host side. Mohammed top-scored with a patient 62 off 82 balls, including one boundary and five sixes, while Ahmed contributed a valuable 38 off 67 deliveries.
Once Cinulal Varickatharappel (2/20) broke the partnership by bowling Ahmed in the 41st over, Nagulsamy swept through the lower order. Kerry lost their final five wickets for just 20 runs, bowled out for 177 in 43.4 overs. Nagulsamy finished with standout figures of 5 for 32 from 7.4 overs.
Second Innings: Vinobaji and Kurian Guide Nenagh to Victory
Chasing 178, Nenagh CC 1st XI structured their reply efficiently. Openers Vimal John Mathai (19) and Sreehari Vinobaji negotiated the initial powerplay safely, putting on 46 runs before Mathai was trapped lbw by Shani Alam in the 12th over.
Tony Kurian joined Vinobaji at the crease, and the pair effectively took the game away from Kerry with a 79-run second-wicket partnership. Kurian made a fluent 40 off 52 balls before falling to Kamran Muhammad. Vinobaji anchored the chase securely, making 58 off 96 balls with five boundaries, before being clean-bowled by Kerry captain Majid Yousaf with the score at 156.
Cinulal Varickatharappel (21*) and Naveen George (14*) ensured there were no further complications, seeing Nenagh across the line in the 38th over. Kerry’s bowlers struggled with discipline, conceding 28 extras—all through wides—which assisted the visitors in reaching their target with 45 balls to spare.
Hero of the Match
Rajkumar Nagulsamy (Nenagh CC 1st XI)
While Sreehari Vinobaji played a vital anchoring role in the second innings with his half-century, Rajkumar Nagulsamy is named the Hero of the Match for his decisive spell with the ball. His return of 5 for 32 dismantled Kerry’s top order initially and later halted their late-innings momentum, ensuring the target remained well within his side’s comfort zone.
Cork Harlequins 2nd XI Secure Six-Wicket Win Over Limerick Blasters
Competition: MCU Division 1 (Week 10)
Date: 20 June 2026
Venue: Farmers Cross, Cork
Result: Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI won by 6 wickets
A dominant bowling display from Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI set up a comfortable six-wicket victory over Limerick Blasters CC 1st XI in their Week 10 MCU Division 1 One Day 45-over encounter at Farmers Cross.
First Innings: Limerick Blasters Restricted to Sub-100 Total
Winning the toss and choosing to bat, Limerick Blasters CC 1st XI struggled to establish partnerships against a disciplined Harlequins bowling attack, eventually being bowled out for 81 in 29.5 overs. Opening batsman George Raju (12) and captain Thomas Raju (17) made brief contributions, but regular breakthroughs prevented any mid-innings recovery.
The Blasters’ middle order suffered a significant collapse, sliding from 36 for 1 to 49 for 6. Magesh Kumar dismantled the upper-middle order, returning highly economical figures of 3 for 20 from his 7 overs, including the wickets of George Raju, Rahul Poulose (5), and Ajith A (0). Mustak Mardan maintained the pressure from the other end, running through the middle order to claim 3 for 35 from 9 overs. Late resistance from Arun Kumar Harikumar (11 off 43 balls) pushed the score past 80 before Umer Khan (2/8) and Manvinder Singh (1/4) closed out the innings. Extras top-scored for the Blasters with 24.
Second Innings: Harlequins Complete Swift Chase
Chasing a modest target of 82, Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI completed the task in 15.4 overs, finishing on 83 for 4. Opening batsman Umer Khan gave the chase early momentum, scoring 19 off 27 deliveries with three boundaries, before falling to Thomas Raju.
Wicketkeeper-batsman Dineth Sumanasinghe top-scored for the hosts, striking a brisk 25 off 20 balls—including three boundaries and a six—to keep Harlequins well ahead of the required run rate. Dileep Raveendran Nair provided brief resistance for the visitors, taking 2 for 28 in his 3 overs by removing both Sumanasinghe and captain Vikranth Masina (8). Rahul Poulose also picked up 1 for 11. However, the target proved too small to defend, and Daniel Filmer (9*) alongside Manvinder Singh (2*) safely guided the Harlequins home.
Hero of the Match
Magesh Kumar (Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI)
While several Harlequins bowlers delivered exceptional figures, Magesh Kumar is selected as the Hero of the Match. His opening spell of 3 for 20 from 7 overs effectively broke the backbone of the Limerick Blasters’ batting lineup, claiming three critical top-order wickets and ensuring the visitors could never mount a substantial total.
Cork County CC 4th XI Edge Limerick CC 4th XI in Close Contest
Competition: MCU One Day 40 Overs (Week 10)
Date: 20 June 2026
Venue: The Mardyke, Cork
Result: Cork County CC 4th XI won by 3 wickets
In a competitive Week 10 encounter at The Mardyke, Cork County CC 4th XI secured a narrow three-wicket victory over Limerick CC 4th XI, overhauling the visitors’ total in the 28th over.
First Innings: Shinde Half-Century Anchors Limerick Innings
After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Limerick CC 4th XI suffered immediate setbacks, losing openers Chiranjeevi Basavaraj Totad (0) and captain Shravan Chandrashekharaiah (0) within the first three overs to leave the score at 4 for 2.
Chinmay Shinde rebuilt the innings from the number three position, scoring a resilient 51 runs off 76 deliveries. Shinde shared a crucial 57-run partnership for the third wicket with wicketkeeper Skandan Lakshmanan (14) to steady the visitor’s side. Following Lakshmanan’s dismissal, Limerick lost wickets at regular intervals, including Deepak Nagaraju (4), Yousaf Ramay (14), and Tom Vercoe (1). Sagar Parmar eventually dismissed Shinde in the 30th over. A substantial contribution of 47 extras helped push Limerick to a final total of 152 all out in 33.2 overs.
For Cork County, Kaustubh Gude was the most successful bowler, picking up 3 for 27 in his 5 overs. Sagar Parmar provided efficient support, taking 2 for 12 from his 3 overs, while Vinay Patil (1/11) and Mohammed Huzaif Hussain Siddiqui (1/22) claimed one wicket each.
Second Innings: Cork County Complete Three-Wicket Chase
Chasing a target of 153, Cork County CC 4th XI faced early pressure from the Limerick bowling attack, sliding to 31 for 3 inside eight overs. Arham Ullah struck early to dismiss Ahmar Ahsan (5) and Kaustubh Gude (0), while Yousaf Ramay accounted for Muhammad Zaid Akram (0).
Opening batsman Sagar Parmar helped lay a foundation with a brisk 24 off 32 balls, including two boundaries and a six, before being removed by Jack Vercoe. Adam Kamel then top-scored for the hosts with an aggressive 34 off 39 deliveries, striking five boundaries to bring Cork County within reach of the target. Following Kamel’s dismissal by Arnav Ravishankar, a patient 16 from Eddie Ross and an unbeaten 21* off 22 balls from William Quinn guided the home side closer.
Limerick’s bowling attack regularly picked up wickets—with Arham Ullah (2/23), Jack Vercoe (2/24), and Yousaf Ramay (2/31) taking two apiece—but was hampered by 48 wides. Despite losing Ross with just four runs required, Quinn and Anurag More (2*) safely completed the chase, reaching 153 for 7 in 27.2 overs.
Hero of the Match
Kaustubh Gude (Cork County CC 4th XI)
In a match characterized by shorter individual innings and a high volume of extras on both sides, Kaustubh Gude earns the Hero of the Match distinction. His bowling spell of 3 for 27 across 5 overs was instrumental in breaking Limerick’s middle order, shifting momentum to Cork County and ensuring the target remained under control.
United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI Advance to Final with Four-Wicket Victory
Competition: MCU Division 4 T20 Finals Day – Semi Final 1
Date: 21 June 2026
Venue: Lisronagh Castle Grounds, Clonmel
Result: United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI won by 4 wickets
United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI secured their place in the Division 4 T20 final by defeating Limerick Blasters CC 3rd XI by four wickets in a competitive first semi-final at the Lisronagh Castle Grounds.
First Innings: Blasters Bowled Out for 142
Winning the toss and electing to bat, Limerick Blasters CC 3rd XI posted a total of 142 before being bowled out on the final delivery of their 20 overs. The Blasters had a steady start but lost momentum as wickets fell at regular intervals. Vishnu Chirayil Babu made a useful contribution of 23 off 25 balls at the top of the order, while Vivek chipped in with 11.
The middle-order resistance was led by wicketkeeper Ajay Abraham Rajan, who scored a team-high 33 runs from 30 deliveries, and Pavi Sankar, who struck a quick 30 off 19 balls, including three sixes. However, Clonmel’s bowling attack regularly broke through the lower order. Kapil Jawandha led the bowling performance, returning highly effective figures of 3 for 20 from his 4 overs. He was well supported by Sharan Narke (2/38) and Henry Michael (2/20), ensuring the Blasters were dismissed just short of the 145-mark.
Second Innings: Clonmel Chase Target in Final Over
Chasing 143 for victory, United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI got off to a rapid start, reaching 51 runs within the 6-over powerplay, though they lost three early wickets in the process. Robin Raj provided initial momentum with a brisk 26 off just 10 balls, hitting three boundaries and two sixes, before falling to S Marasseril. Rohit Krishna removed Henry Michael (10), and Marasseril struck again to dismiss Ashan Wijesinghe (0), leaving the chase delicately poised at 47 for 3.
A stabilizing fourth-wicket partnership of 63 runs between Sharan Narke (27 off 34 balls) and Alfaran Bedadhaluri (31 off 37 balls) put Clonmel back in control of the chase. Although B Arakkudy Kuriakose managed to dismiss both set batsmen in quick succession to finish with figures of 2 for 17, captain Linto Jose Parokaran anchored the closing stages. Parokaran remained unbeaten on 21 off 15 balls, guiding his side to 145 for 6 to wrap up the victory with four wickets and four deliveries to spare.
Hero of the Match
Kapil Jawandha (United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI)
In a dynamic Twenty20 fixture, Kapil Jawandha delivered the definitive bowling performance of the match. His spell of 3 for 20 from 4 overs stopped the Limerick Blasters from capitalizing on their middle-order partnerships, picking up crucial wickets at an economical rate of 5.00 runs per over to keep the target within reachable limits for his side.
Cork County CC 1st XI With 89-Run Victory Over County Kerry CC 1st XI
Competition: MCU Premier (Week 10)
Date: 21 June 2026
Venue: Oyster Oval, Tralee
Result: Cork County CC 1st XI won by 89 runs
A comprehensive team performance with both bat and ball saw Cork County CC 1st XI secure an 89-run victory over County Kerry CC 1st XI in their Week 10 MCU Premier 50-over fixture at the Oyster Oval.
First Innings: Gautam Half-Century Sets Strong Platform
After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Cork County CC 1st XI posted a substantial total of 265 for 9 from their 50 overs. The team bounced back from early setbacks, which included losing opener Ishaan Singh Seehra (12) in the first over and Donald Marakassery (8) to a run-out, leaving the score at 39 for 2.
Niall Donnelly (24) and Sunil Gautam stabilized the innings before Donnelly fell to Khuram Iqbal. Gautam went on to anchor the majority of the innings, top-scoring for the visitors with a well-played 76 off 96 deliveries, an effort that featured three boundaries and three sixes. He found a reliable partner in Ayush Dubey, who contributed a brisk 35 off 41 balls, compiling a 59-run partnership for the fourth wicket. Down the order, Prashant Singh (23), Darshit Shetty (16*), and captain Samuel Jacob Fenn (16) provided useful runs. The total was also boosted by 34 extras, which included a 5-run penalty awarded after a ball struck a fielding side helmet.
For County Kerry, Awais Saghir was the pick of the bowlers, finishing with figures of 2 for 37 from 6 overs, while Braden Stuart Warnke, US Sherzad, Khuram Iqbal, Adil Rahil, and Majid Yousaf each claimed a single wicket.
Second Innings: Marasseril and Bowling Unit Halt Kerry Chase
The County Kerry CC 1st XI response suffered early damage as the top order was dismantled by Darshit Shetty and Samuel Jacob Fenn. Kerry quickly slumped to 12 for 3 inside five overs, with T Ahammed (1), Khuram Iqbal (5), and Awais Saghir (0) falling cheaply.
A resilient fourth-wicket partnership of 98 runs between Q Butt and Tyson Warnke briefly revived the home side’s prospects. Butt played an aggressive innings, striking 82 off 71 balls, including six boundaries and five sixes, to clear his half-century in 44 balls. Warnke played a supporting role, scoring 26 off 59 balls before being caught off CP Healy Browne.
Once the partnership was broken, Donald Marakassery ran through the middle and lower order. Marasseril dismissed US Sherzad (6), the set Q Butt, and Adil Rahil (0) to finish with leading figures of 3 for 24 from 5 overs. Kerry’s remaining batting lineup collapsed from 110 for 3 to 176 all out in 38.3 overs. Niall Donnelly wrapped up the tail with 2 for 26, while Shetty concluded his economical opening spell with 2 for 26.
Hero of the Match
Sunil Gautam (Cork County CC 1st XI)
Sunil Gautam earns the distinction for his foundational role in setting up the victory. Entering the crease with the score under early pressure, his composed innings of 76 formed the backbone of Cork County’s total. His ability to absorb pressure and maintain partnerships ensured his side registered a target well beyond County Kerry’s reach.
Clare CC 3rd XI Secure 132-Run Victory Over Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI
Competition: MCU Division 2 (Week 10)
Date: 21 June 2026
Venue: Ballycasey Clare Oval, Shannon
Result: Clare CC 3rd XI won by 132 runs
A dominant batting performance anchored by an individual century guided Clare CC 3rd XI to a comprehensive 132-run victory over Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI in their MCU Division 2 encounter at Ballycasey Clare Oval.
First Innings: Shams’ 182 Powers Clare to Enormous Total
After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Clare CC 3rd XI compiled a total of 359 for 6 from their allotted 40 overs. The innings was defined by opener Daniyal Shams, who played a remarkable knock of 182 runs off 109 deliveries. His innings included 12 boundaries and 15 sixes, passing his half-century in 58 balls, his century in 86 balls, and his 150 in 100 balls.
Following the early dismissal of Chandrasekaran Palanisamy (8) to D Divakaran, Shams established key partnerships. He added 53 runs for the second wicket with Tejas Dagha (21) before putting together an expansive 180-run partnership for the third wicket with Raj More. More contributed a half-century, scoring 50 off 59 balls before falling to D Divakaran.
Late-innings acceleration came from Muhammad Zaryab Feroze, who struck a rapid 33 off 13 balls (including four sixes) in a quick 50-run fourth-wicket stand with Shams. A brief cameo from A Mukthar (23* off 8 balls) closed out the innings, aided by 39 extras from the bowling side.
For Cork Harlequins, D Divakaran was the most effective bowler with 2 for 56 from 7 overs. A Gumber (1/51), Haris Patrick Raj Henry (1/48), and Samuel Matthias (1/59) claimed one wicket apiece, while B Ahsan bowled an economical spell of 8 overs for 27 runs.
Second Innings: Bowling Unit Contains Harlequins Response
Chasing a demanding target of 360, Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI were restricted to 227 for 9 from 36 overs. The visitors faced early trouble, losing captain B Ahsan (3) to Muhammad Zaryab Feroze and Hashim Bilal Ahsan (12) to a run-out executed by Daniyal Shams, leaving them at 27 for 2.
Venkatesh Kumar (17) stabilized the innings slightly alongside Z Baramatiwala before Kumar was dismissed by A Mukthar. Baramatiwala then formed the backbone of the Harlequins’ resistance, scoring 68 off 70 balls. He partnered with Zeeshan Ullah, who struck a fast 65 off 43 balls, featuring six sixes. Together, the pair added 114 runs for the fourth wicket, bringing the score to 196.
However, the dismissal of Baramatiwala by R Shahid triggered a swift lower-order collapse, as the visitors lost 6 wickets for just 31 runs. Samuel Matthias (0) fell two balls later to Shahid, and Ullah was bowled by Mukthar shortly after. Lower-order batsman Johnson Navroop then cleared the tail, taking 3 wickets for 11 runs in his 3-over spell to seal the victory. A Mukthar finished with 2 for 33, and R Shahid took 2 for 48.
Hero of the Match
Daniyal Shams (Clare CC 3rd XI)
Daniyal Shams delivered an exceptional individual performance that effectively decided the match. His innings of 182 runs from 109 balls set an insurmountable target for the opposition. He followed his batting display by contributing in the field, executing the run-out that broke the opening partnership of Cork Harlequins.
Limerick CC 1st XI Prevail Over Midleton CC 1st XI in Low Scoring Match
Competition: MCU Premier (Week 10)
Date: 21 June 2026
Venue: The Manor Fields, Adare
Result: Limerick CC 1st XI won by 4 wickets
Limerick CC 1st XI registered a four-wicket victory over Midleton CC 1st XI in a low-scoring MCU Premier 50-over match at The Manor Fields, chasing down the target in the 37th over.
First Innings: Midleton Dismissed for 113
Having won the toss and elected to bat, Midleton CC 1st XI struggled to construct substantial partnerships against a disciplined Limerick bowling performance. The visitors were bowled out for 113 in their first innings. Complete individual batting statistics for the Midleton lineup were not provided, but the bowling attack kept consistent pressure throughout the innings to ensure the target remained low.
Second Innings: Top Order Anchors Low Chase
Chasing 114 for victory, Limerick CC 1st XI reached their target by scoring 116 for 6 in 36.4 overs. The pursuit began with a cautious opening stand before Javed Ahmed Azami made the first breakthrough, bowling opener Nishant Kumar (3).
Wicketkeeper Karthik Maniaraas and Sumukh Venkatesh provided the necessary stability to put the home side in control. Maniaraas scored 27 runs, while Venkatesh top-scored with a patient 28 before falling to Faraz ur rehman Sharif. Following their departures, M Ali caused middle-order complications for Limerick, dismissing J Potgieter (4) and Karthik Maniaraas in quick succession to finish with figures of 2 for 23 from his 8 overs.
Faraz ur rehman Sharif (2/28) struck again by removing M Sharma (16), and H Safi (1/23) dismissed Prasad Hegde (1) to reduce Limerick to 6 wickets down. However, captain Ayan Ullah anchored the remaining portion of the chase with an unbeaten 16*, partnering with Ramoji Alla (2*) to guide the hosts across the line with 13.2 overs to spare.
Hero of the Match
Sumukh Venkatesh (Limerick CC 1st XI)
In a low-scoring, slow-paced second-innings pursuit, Sumukh Venkatesh top-scored with a crucial 28 runs. His composure at the top of the order absorbed the pressure of the Midleton bowling attack and built the essential foundation that ensured Limerick successfully tracked down the target.
Cork County CC U15 XI Register 138-Run Victory Over Cork Harlequins CC U15 XI
Competition: MCU U15 Superleague (Week 10)
Date: 21 June 2026
Venue: The Mardyke, Cork
Result: Cork County CC U15 XI won by 138 runs
An individual century from opener Eddie Ross combined with a disciplined bowling display set up a decisive 138-run victory for Cork County CC U15 XI against Cork Harlequins CC U15 XI at The Mardyke.
First Innings: Ross Century Propels Cork County to 256
After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Cork County CC U15 XI posted a substantial total of 256 for 5 from their 40 overs. The foundation of the innings was built by opener Eddie Ross, who carried his bat into the final over, scoring 107 runs off 124 balls, including four boundaries.
Ross initiated the innings with a 91-run opening partnership alongside captain Kaustubh Gude, who contributed 34 runs off 42 deliveries before falling to Namish Kumar. Following the quick departures of Ahmar Ahsan (5) and Elham Momand (9), Ross found another steady partner in Moosa Adnan Ahmed. The pair combined for an 89-run fourth-wicket stand, with Ahmed striking 28 runs off 37 balls. Sanan Ahmed (11*) and James Venter (1*) finished the innings, aided by the extras conceded by the bowling side.
For the Cork Harlequins, Ammar Maqbool bowled effectively to take 2 for 27 from his 8 overs, while Namish Kumar picked up 2 for 38. Aarush Verma was the other wicket-taker, bowling Ross in the 40th over to finish with 1 for 34.
Second Innings: Momand and Bowling Attack Restrict Harlequins
Chasing a target of 257, Cork Harlequins CC U15 XI were dismissed for 118 in 26.1 overs, with one batsman absent as the scorecard recorded 9 wickets down. James Venter made an immediate impact with the ball, dismissing opener Archis Yewale (0) on the first delivery of the innings.
Elham Momand then dismantled the top order in a precise spell, finishing with figures of 3 for 10 from 5 overs, which included two maidens. Momand stumped Aarav Khurana (2) before clean-bowling both Aryan Zuhair Shah (0) and Ammar Maqbool (0) in the sixth over, leaving the Harlequins reeling at 21 for 4.
Captain Namish Kumar provided resistance for the visitors, top-scoring with 35 runs from 56 balls. He established a 69-run fifth-wicket partnership with Aarush Verma (20) to steady the innings. However, once Aarib Ahsan (2/13) broke the partnership by removing Kumar, the remaining batting order collapsed quickly. Arvin Monteiro (1/14) dismissed Verma, and Sanan Ahmed wrapped up the tail, taking 2 wickets for 6 runs in just 7 deliveries to close out the victory.
Hero of the Match
Eddie Ross (Cork County CC U15 XI)
Eddie Ross earned the distinction through his exceptional anchoring performance at the top of the order. Scoring 107 runs out of his team’s 256, he provided the defensive stability and longevity required to post a total that put the match beyond the reach of the opposition.
Nenagh CC 3rd XI Secure Narrow Four-Run Victory Over County Kerry CC 4th XI
Competition: MCU Division 4 T20 Finals Day – Semi Final 2
Date: 21 June 2026
Venue: Lisronagh Castle Grounds, Clonmel
Result: Nenagh CC 3rd XI won by 4 runs
Nenagh CC 3rd XI advanced to the Division 4 T20 final after defending a modest total to defeat County Kerry CC 4th XI by four runs in a closely contested second semi-final at the Lisronagh Castle Grounds.
First Innings: Umer Half-Century Guides Nenagh to 132
Having won the toss and elected to bat, Nenagh CC 3rd XI managed 132 for 6 from their allotted 20 overs. Nenagh experienced an unstable start, losing opener Amit Gupta (5) to Ananya Mishra in the second over, followed by Jibin Scaria (12) via a run-out during the powerplay.
Wicketkeeper-batsman Raja Umer anchored the innings, top-scoring with a composed 55 off 41 balls, including five boundaries and a six. Umer formed minor partnerships with Subin Sudarsanan (12) and Ebin Baby (8) to steady the score, bringing up his half-century in 37 balls before retiring not out in the 18th over with the score at 115. A late contribution from Kanagaratenam Prasanna (10) pushed Nenagh to their final total.
For County Kerry, Noor Shah was the most effective bowler, taking 2 for 23 from his 4 overs, while Luqman Kabir (1/23) and Ananya Mishra (1/22) picked up one wicket each.
Second Innings: Pyda and Prasanna Stifle Kerry Chase
Chasing 133 for a place in the final, County Kerry CC 4th XI fell just short, finishing their 20 overs on 128 for 7. Kanagaratenam Prasanna put Kerry under early pressure, clean-bowling opener Muhamamd Kamran (8) in the first over and later having A Hassan (1) caught to finish with highly economical figures of 2 for 17. Ebin Baby (1/21) bowled Shreyas Padmanabha Sharma Beedubail (20) to leave Kerry struggling at 35 for 3 at the end of the powerplay.
Luqman kabir kept the chase alive for Kerry, hitting an aggressive 55 off 40 balls, which featured six boundaries and two sixes. He found support from captain Taimour Ahmad Chaudhary (14), and together they added 51 runs for the fifth wicket to take the score to 113.
However, Praveen Pyda turned the momentum back in Nenagh’s favor during the death overs. Pyda dismissed Chaudhary, followed by the crucial wicket of Kabir, and later had Karthik S (3) caught to finish with figures of 3 for 18 from 3 overs. Amit Gupta also contributed with 1 for 14. Despite Noor Shah remaining unbeaten on 5, Kerry were unable to score the required runs in the final over, leaving Nenagh victorious by a narrow margin.
Hero of the Match
Praveen Pyda (Nenagh CC 3rd XI)
Praveen Pyda earned the distinction for his decisive spell late in the second innings. With County Kerry well-positioned to chase down the target, Pyda broke the primary partnership and claimed three vital lower-order wickets, successfully restricting the opposition to secure the four-run victory.
Nenagh CC 3rd XI Claim Division 4 T20 Title with 51-Run Win Over Clonmel
Competition: MCU Division 4 T20 Finals Day – The Final
Date: 21 June 2026
Venue: Lisronagh Castle Grounds, Clonmel
Result: Nenagh CC 3rd XI won by 51 runs
Nenagh CC 3rd XI were crowned MCU Division 4 T20 champions after a dominant all-round display secured a 51-run victory over host side United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI at the Lisronagh Castle Grounds.
First Innings: Gupta Half-Century Sets Demanding Target
Having won the toss and elected to bat, Nenagh CC 3rd XI posted a high-scoring total of 173 for 4 from an innings shortened to 17 overs. The foundation was laid by a rapid 83-run opening partnership between Amit Gupta and Jibin Scaria. Gupta took charge of the scoring, striking a rapid 65 off just 39 balls, an innings punctuated by two boundaries and six sixes. He reached his half-century in 32 deliveries before eventually falling to Henry Michael.
His opening partner, Jibin Scaria, retired not out on 14 off 22 balls in the ninth over to allow for late-innings acceleration. Raja Umer kept up the momentum with an unbeaten 29 off 17 balls, while Subin Sudarsanan chipped in with a brisk 18 off 9 deliveries. Praveen Pyda closed out the innings with 10* off 5 balls.
For Clonmel, Henry Michael was the primary wicket-taker, returning figures of 2 for 32 from his 3 overs. Deepak Gopinath (1/33) and Kapil Jawandha (1/26) each claimed a single wicket.
Second Innings: Kuriakose Five-Wicket Haul Sparks Collapse
Chasing a target of 174 from 17 overs, United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI started aggressively but were ultimately bowled out for 122 in 14.4 overs. Opening batsman Henry Michael (6) fell in the first over to Kanagaratenam Prasanna (1/21), but Robin Raj counter-attacked heavily. Raj smashed a quick-fire 36 off 13 balls, hitting two boundaries and four sixes, guiding Clonmel to a rapid 64 for 1 inside the 5-over powerplay.
The turning point of the chase came when Robin Raj was run out in the sixth over, which triggered a severe batting collapse. Sharan Narke offered some resistance with 17 runs, and captain Linto Jose Parokaran made 10, but the rest of the batting order crumpled under pressure from BM Kuriakose.
Kuriakose dismantled the middle and lower order, taking a superb 5 wickets for 21 runs across 3.4 overs. He claimed the wickets of Alfaran Bedadhaluri (5), Parokaran, Adhvaith Sarath Divakaran (0), Libin Raj (5), and Sajan Mulaveliparambil (5) to break Clonmel’s resistance. SIBIN JACOB (1/14) and Amit Gupta (1/11) also picked up a wicket each as Clonmel lost their final nine wickets for just 58 runs, concluding the match with a run-out in the 15th over.
Hero of the Match
BM Kuriakose (Nenagh CC 3rd XI)
While Amit Gupta set up the match with his explosive half-century, BM Kuriakose earned the definitive distinction for halting a highly dangerous Clonmel chase. Entering the attack with the opposition scoring at more than 10 runs per over, his exceptional spell of 5 for 21 ran through the batting lineup and secured the championship title for Nenagh.
