Week 13 Match Reviews

MCU U13 League: Cork Harlequins CC vs. Cork County CC

Date: 9 July 2026

Venue: Farmers Cross, Cork

Toss: Cork Harlequins CC U13 XI, who elected to bowl

Result: Cork Harlequins CC U13 XI won by 6 wickets

Match Summary

In Week 13 of the Munster Cricket Union (MCU) U13 League, Cork Harlequins CC secured a six-wicket victory over Cork County CC at Farmers Cross. After winning the toss and opting to bowl, Cork Harlequins restricted Cork County to 103 runs in their allotted 20 overs. Cork Harlequins chased down the target in 15.2 overs, finishing on 104 for the loss of four wickets.

First Innings: Cork County CC U13 XI Batting

Cork County opened their innings with Lubdhak Jyoti De and Subhan Farooq. Advit Karle made the initial breakthrough for the Harlequins, bowling Lubdhak Jyoti De for 7 in the third over. Subhan Farooq contributed 10 runs off 21 deliveries before being dismissed hit-wicket off the bowling of Muhammad Taha Abdul Wahab.

Danny Reed anchored the middle overs, scoring a patient 18 off 41 balls, while Muaz Khan retired not out on 5 runs after facing 25 deliveries. Captain Muhammed Ayaan Illahi Kiani accelerated the scoring late in the innings, finishing unbeaten on 17 runs off just 13 balls. Liam O’Neill was stumped by wicketkeeper Arthur Gash off the bowling of Samuel Matthias for 2, leaving Aarush Jauhari at the crease (0 not out) as the innings closed at 103/4. Extras played a significant role in the innings, contributing 44 runs (including 35 wides).

For Cork Harlequins, Advit Karle was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 2 for 17 from his 4 overs. Oliver Doyle delivered a highly economical spell, conceding just 6 runs from his 3 overs (economy rate of 2.00).

Second Innings: Cork Harlequins CC U13 XI Batting

Chasing a target of 104, Cork Harlequins initiated their innings with Oliver Doyle and Captain Advit Karle. The pair established a solid platform before Advit Karle was bowled by Muaz Khan for 18 off 20 balls.

Samuel Matthias joined Oliver Doyle in a highly productive second-wicket partnership that added 50 runs. Samuel Matthias contributed 20 runs off 24 balls before being dismissed leg-before-wicket (lbw) by Muhammed Ayaan Illahi Kiani. In the same over, Oliver Doyle retired not out on 27 runs from 43 deliveries, having anchored the run chase.

Cork County picked up two quick subsequent wickets as Disanda Insuka was bowled by Muhammed Ayaan Illahi Kiani for a duck, and Muhammad Taha Abdul Wahab (3) was run out by Muaz Khan. Unbeaten batsmen Adonis Matthias and Corcoran saw the side home in the 16th over, aided by 36 extras conceded by the Cork County bowling attack.

Muhammed Ayaan Illahi Kiani was the standout bowler for Cork County, taking 2 wickets for 12 runs in his 4 overs, including a maiden.

Scorecard Overview

Hero of the Match

Oliver Doyle (Cork Harlequins CC)

Oliver Doyle delivered a complete all-round performance. In the first innings, he built sustained pressure on the Cork County batters by bowling three overs for just six runs (RPO 2.00). In the chase, he top-scored for his side with a disciplined 27* off 43 balls to anchor the innings and secure the victory.

Women’s Super League: County Galway CC vs. Cork County CC

Date: 11 July 2026

Venue: Lydican (MC), Galway

Toss: Cork County CC Womens, who elected to bat

Result: County Galway CC W won by 10 wickets

Match Summary

In Week 13 of the Women’s Super League, County Galway CC registered a comprehensive 10-wicket victory over Cork County CC at Lydican. Having won the toss and elected to bat, Cork County CC was restricted to 55 runs for the loss of eight wickets in their allotted 15 overs. County Galway CC chased down the target comfortably, reaching 56 without loss in just 8.3 overs.

First Innings: Cork County CC Womens Batting

Cork County struggled to build partnerships against a disciplined Galway bowling attack. Avika Jauhari was the first to fall, caught and bowled by Sasindi Guruge for 1 in the third over. Nargish Padaniya showed some resistance, scoring 12 runs off 13 deliveries (including three boundaries), before being caught by T Browne off the bowling of Sasindi Guruge.

Dhanuja Dhananjayan and Michelle O’Neill both reached double figures, contributing 11 runs each. Dhanuja Dhananjayan was bowled by B Hannon, while Michelle O’Neill fell to the same bowler, caught by Siddhi Kadam after a patient 33-ball stay at the crease.

The lower order offered limited resistance. Suzanne Kamel (2) and Rashi Mukhopadhayay (0) were both claimed by S Rathnayaka, while Gunika Phogat (2) was bowled by E Maxfield. Iraira Mukhopadhayay (0) was run out by Sasindi Guruge off the final ball of the innings, leaving Rose O’Neill unbeaten on 1. Extras contributed 15 runs to the final total of 55/8.

For County Galway, S Rathnayaka (2-14), Sasindi Guruge (2-10), and B Hannon (2-10) all took two wickets apiece, while E Maxfield delivered a highly economical spell of 1 for 3 from her 2 overs.

Second Innings: County Galway CC W Batting

Chasing a modest target of 56, County Galway’s opening pair of E Maxfield and J Thakur completed the chase in an efficient manner.

E Maxfield led the run chase with a fluent, unbeaten 36 off 36 balls, hitting five boundaries. Her partner, J Thakur, played a supporting role, remaining 7 not out off 16 deliveries. Supported by 13 extras conceded by the Cork County bowlers, the opening duo brought up the 50-run partnership in 47 balls and secured the 10-wicket victory with 39 balls remaining in the innings.

None of the six bowlers deployed by Cork County CC were able to make a breakthrough, with Gunika Phogat (0-3 off 1 over) and Rose O’Neill (0-3 off 1 over) returning the most economical figures.

Scorecard Overview

Hero of the Match

E Maxfield (County Galway CC)

E Maxfield produced an exemplary all-round performance to guide her side to victory. In the first innings, she delivered a remarkably tight spell, taking 1 wicket for just 3 runs in her 2 overs. She then returned to open the batting and top-scored with a clinical 36* off 36 deliveries to comfortably anchor the successful run chase.

MCU Division 4: County Kerry CC vs. Limerick Blasters CC

Date: 11 July 2026

Venue: Oyster Oval, Tralee

Toss: Limerick Blasters CC 4th XI, who elected to bowl

Result: County Kerry CC 4th XI won by 36 runs

Match Summary

In a high-scoring MCU Division 4 encounter at the Oyster Oval, County Kerry CC 4th XI secured a 36-run victory over Limerick Blasters CC 4th XI. After being put in to bat, County Kerry posted an imposing total of 278/8 in their 40 overs, driven by a rapid half-century in the lower-middle order. In response, Limerick Blasters built a strong foundation with a century opening stand but ultimately crumbled under scoreboard pressure, being bowled out for 242 in 37.2 overs.

First Innings: County Kerry CC 4th XI Batting

County Kerry’s innings began steadily after losing opener Shreyas Padmanabha Sharma Beedubail to Rohit Krishna for 7. Sonu Sabu (47 off 53 balls) and Zeeshan Arif (26 off 23 balls) rebuilt the innings with a quick-fire 50-run partnership for the second wicket.

A middle-order squeeze by the Blasters’ bowlers saw wickets fall at regular intervals. Libin Philip (18) and Captain Taimour Ahmad Chaudhary (26) made useful starts, but when Joshua Thulasi Raman fell for 1, Kerry found themselves in a precarious position at 154/6 in the 28th over.

The momentum shifted dramatically with the arrival of Alvin Rahman Fahad. Batting at number seven, Alvin Rahman Fahad played a counter-attacking innings of 78 off just 54 balls, featuring six boundaries and six maximums. He combined with A Hassan (32 off 23 balls) for a crucial 93-run partnership for the seventh wicket, guiding County Kerry to a formidable total of 278/8.

For the Limerick Blasters, Aby chacko was highly disciplined, returning figures of 1 for 19 from his 8 overs, including 3 maidens. S Marasseril (2-71) and Jeevan George (2-39) picked up two wickets each.

Second Innings: Limerick Blasters CC 4th XI Batting

Limerick Blasters commenced their chase in aggressive fashion. Openers Vishnu Chirayil Babu and Aby chacko put on 101 runs for the first wicket inside 13 overs. Vishnu Chirayil Babu played a prominent role in the partnership, scoring 65 off 56 deliveries (seven boundaries and four sixes) before being clean-bowled by Joshua Thulasi Raman.

The dismissal of the openers triggered a steady collapse. Aby chacko was dismissed for a patient 31 by Libin Philip, and despite brief contributions from S Marasseril (15) and Captain Sindo Puthur devassy (37 off 35 balls), the Blasters were unable to maintain the required run rate.

Kerry’s bowlers capitalised on the pressure. Libin Philip ran through the middle and lower order, claiming figures of 3 for 38 in his 8 overs. Joshua Thulasi Raman (2-41), Zeeshan Arif (2-49), and Sonu Sabu (2-30) chipped in with crucial breakthroughs, bowling out the visitors for 242 in the 38th over to seal the 36-run win.

Scorecard Overview

Hero of the Match

Alvin Rahman Fahad (County Kerry CC)

Alvin Rahman Fahad is named hero of the match for his game-changing innings. Entering the crease with his team under pressure at 154/6, his explosive 78 runs off 54 balls single-handedly propelled County Kerry to a match-winning total of 278.

MCU Junior Cup : Clare CC vs. Cork Harlequins CC

Date: 11 July 2026

Venue: Ballycasey Clare Oval, Shannon

Toss: Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI, who elected to bowl

Result: Clare CC 2nd XI won by 112 runs

Match Summary

In a high-scoring MCU Junior Cup fixture, Clare CC 2nd XI registered a convincing 112-run victory over Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI at Ballycasey Clare Oval. After being put in to bat, Clare CC posted a commanding total of 295/9 in their 40 overs, powered by three individual half-centuries. In reply, despite a valiant individual effort from the visitors’ middle order, Cork Harlequins CC were bowled out for 182, with Clare’s captain leading the bowling unit to a decisive win.

First Innings: Clare CC 2nd XI Batting

Clare CC’s innings got off to a steady start despite losing opener A Khaleel for 13, bowled by Jayanth Komala. Faizan Hakim and M Sidiqi then combined to lay a formidable foundation for the hosts. Faizan Hakim scored a fluent 50 off 52 deliveries, while wicketkeeper-batter M Sidiqi top-scored in the top order with 53 runs off 54 balls.

Following their dismissals, Cork Harlequins looked to restrict Clare with wickets from Vikranth Masina (2-51) and Jayanth Komala (2-57). However, Hrushikesh Pardeshi (25) and K Javed (21) kept the scoreboard ticking over.

The momentum was fully recaptured by Raj More, who played an unbeaten counter-attacking innings of 52 off 43 deliveries. He found a capable partner in Z Udin, who contributed a quick 31 off 35 balls. Aided by 38 extras, Clare CC compiled a massive total of 295/9 off their 40 overs.

For the visitors, . Sagar (2-45), Vikranth Masina (2-51), and Jayanth Komala (2-57) were the primary wicket-takers.

Second Innings: Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI Batting

Faced with a daunting target of 296, Cork Harlequins CC suffered early setbacks. K Javed struck early to dismiss opener B Ahsan for 10, caught by M Sidiqi, and quickly followed up by dismissing Michael Higgins for a duck. Captain Vikranth Masina attempted to rebuild with a steady 33, but he was caught off the bowling of Gurpreet Singh.

The standout performance of the Harlequins’ innings came from . Sagar, who waged a lone battle in the middle order. He struck a superb 81 runs off 77 deliveries, accounting for almost half of his team’s total runs.

However, . Sagar received minimal support from the other end. Clare captain Gurpreet Singh ran through the batting lineup, picking up wickets at regular intervals to derail any hopes of a partnership. WS Qureshi bowled tightly to claim 2 for 23, dismissing Dave Peet (1) and Jatin Jaitley (0) in quick succession. Hrushikesh Pardeshi wrapped up the tail with 2 for 35, while Gurpreet Singh finished with impressive figures of 4 for 34 to dismiss the visitors for 182.

Scorecard Overview

*Note: Total overs estimated based on individual bowler allocations.

Hero of the Match

Gurpreet Singh (Clare CC)

Gurpreet Singh is named the hero of the match for his outstanding leadership and match-winning bowling performance. Under pressure during a strong fightback from the Harlequins’ middle order, the Clare captain took charge to claim 4 wickets for just 34 runs in his 6 overs, effectively securing the 112-run victory for his side.

MCU Division 1: UCC CC vs. Nenagh CC

Date: 11 July 2026

Venue: The Farm Curraheen, UCC, Cork

Toss: UCC CC 1st XI, who elected to bat

Result: Nenagh CC 1st XI won by 8 wickets

Match Summary

In Week 13 of the MCU Division 1 League, Nenagh CC 1st XI secured a swift eight-wicket victory over UCC CC 1st XI at The Farm in Curraheen. After winning the toss and opting to bat, UCC CC struggled to gain momentum against a disciplined Nenagh bowling attack and were bowled out for a meager 73 in 24.1 overs. Despite losing two early wickets in reply, Nenagh CC chased down the target comfortably in just 8.4 overs, driven by a rapid, unbeaten half-century.

First Innings: UCC CC 1st XI Batting

UCC CC experienced a difficult start to their innings after choosing to bat first. Openers Ijlal Haidar (1) and Chirag Mahajan (0) were dismissed in quick succession during the third over by Jomy Joseph Joseph, who also went on to remove Shreyas Vijay (6) to leave the home side struggling at 10/3.

Captain Kush Patel (16 off 50 balls) and Vedang Shinde (26 off 43 balls) paired up to offer some stability, assembling a 46-run partnership for the fourth wicket. However, once Cinulal Varickatharappel dismissed Kush Patel in the 18th over, UCC CC suffered a rapid batting collapse, losing their next five wickets for just 8 runs.

Cinulal Varickatharappel bowled efficiently to claim 3 for 8 in 3 overs, while Sreenivas Pockathara Maniappan swept through the lower order to finish with outstanding figures of 4 for 22 from his 6.1 overs. Despite a brief, late cameo of 13 from wicketkeeper Sarvesh Pisal, UCC CC were dismissed for 73 runs.

Second Innings: Nenagh CC 1st XI Batting

Nenagh CC’s chase began with immediate drama as UCC’s opening bowler Ijlal Haidar struck twice in the very first over of the innings. He bowled Naveen George for 4 on the third delivery and trapped Cinulal Varickatharappel lbw for 1 off the final ball, reducing Nenagh to 6 for 2.

However, any hopes of a UCC comeback were quickly dispelled by Subin Sudarsanan. He launched a blistering counter-attack, scoring an unbeaten 60 runs off just 30 deliveries, including eight boundaries and three sixes. Subin Sudarsanan reached his half-century in 28 balls and, alongside Tinu John (10* off 18 balls), shared an unbroken 72-run third-wicket partnership.

The pair completed the chase in 8.4 overs, guiding Nenagh CC to a comprehensive eight-wicket win with plenty of overs to spare. For UCC, Ijlal Haidar finished with figures of 2 for 40 from his 4.4 overs.

Scorecard Overview

Hero of the Match

Subin Sudarsanan (Nenagh CC)

Subin Sudarsanan is named the hero of the match. Coming to the crease with his side in a precarious position at 6 for 2 in the first over, he completely took control of the game. His aggressive, unbeaten 60* off 30 balls neutralized the early pressure and rapidly secured the victory for Nenagh CC.

MCU Junior Cup: Midleton CC vs. United Cricket Clonmel

Date: 11 July 2026

Venue: Townparks, Midleton

Toss: United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI, who elected to bat

Result: Midleton CC 2nd XI won by 1 wicket

Match Summary

In a tense MCU Junior Cup fixture at Townparks, Midleton CC 2nd XI edged past United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI by just one wicket. Having won the toss and choosing to bat, United Cricket Clonmel compiled a total of 218 all out in 43.3 overs, heavily supported by a late-order half-century. In reply, Midleton appeared in control behind a brilliant century from their opener before a major batting collapse put the game on a knife-edge. Midleton’s final pair held their nerve to secure the victory in the 42nd over.

First Innings: United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI Batting

United Cricket Clonmel struggled early on after choosing to bat. Midleton’s opening bowler Danish Iqbal dismissed Muhammad Arbaz Amjad Kushar for 5, and Clonmel quickly found themselves reeling at 44/4 in the seventh over. Atif Jameel struck twice in three balls during this period, removing Robin Raj (22) and Subeesh Velappan (0), while Danish Iqbal claimed Shoaib Khan (12).

Captain Sharan Narke (13) and Babar Ali (19) attempted to rebuild, but both fell after getting starts. With the score at 127/7, the innings was rescued by a resilient, unbeaten half-century from Alfaran Bedadhaluri. Batting at number eight, Alfaran Bedadhaluri scored 60 runs off 67 balls, featuring six boundaries and a six.

He found useful lower-order support from D Toms (16) and Kapil Jawandha (12) to stretch Clonmel’s total to 218 before the final wicket fell in the 44th over.

For Midleton, Atif Jameel led the bowling attack with impressive figures of 4 for 46 from 8.3 overs. Jigar Vyas (2-31) and Danish Iqbal (2-54) also picked up key wickets, while MUHAMMAD ALI was remarkably economical, conceding only 16 runs from his 9 overs (including 3 maidens).

Second Innings: Midleton CC 2nd XI Batting

Midleton’s run chase started strongly with a 60-run opening stand between Naman Gandhi (14) and Zuhair Shah. Even after Naman Gandhi and Shan Sarhadi (5) were dismissed, Zuhair Shah continued to dictate terms.

Zuhair Shah played a masterful innings, scoring 112 runs off 95 deliveries, including 15 boundaries and a six. He anchored a 55-run third-wicket stand with Jigar Vyas (11) and looked to have put Midleton on the path to an easy victory.

However, his dismissal in the 29th over, caught off Sharan Narke, sparked a dramatic batting collapse. From a comfortable 165/3, Midleton lost six wickets for just 40 runs as the Clonmel bowlers fought back. Sharan Narke tore through the middle and lower order, finishing with 4 for 30 from his 7.5 overs, while Shoaib Khan (2-33) kept things tight.

When Danish Iqbal (9) was dismissed in the 40th over, Midleton were left at 205/9, still needing 14 runs with only one wicket remaining. Atif Jameel (19* off 24 balls) and MUHAMMAD ALI (1* off 4 balls) showed great composure under pressure, compiling an unbeaten 16-run partnership to guide Midleton home with 19 balls to spare.

Scorecard Overview

Hero of the Match

Zuhair Shah (Midleton CC)

Zuhair Shah is named the hero of the match. His exceptional knock of 112 runs off 95 balls set up the chase and accounted for more than half of Midleton’s runs off the bat. Without his dominant century at the top of the order, Midleton would have struggled to chase down Clonmel’s total of 218.

Women’s Super League: County Galway CC vs. Limerick CC

Date: 11 July 2026

Venue: Lydican (MC), Galway

Toss: County Galway CC W, who elected to bowl

Result: County Galway CC W won by 8 wickets

Match Summary

In Week 13 of the Women’s Super League, County Galway CC secured an eight-wicket victory over Limerick CC at Lydican. After winning the toss and electing to bowl, County Galway’s disciplined bowling unit restricted Limerick CC to 79/5 in their allotted 15 overs. Despite losing two early wickets, County Galway comfortably chased down the target, reaching 83/2 in 11.2 overs to secure the points.

First Innings: Limerick CC Womens Batting

Limerick CC open their innings with K Bohr and Charlotte Vercoe. The opening pair laid a steady foundation, taking the score to 35 before Charlotte Vercoe retired out on 12 off 27 balls. K Bohr made a useful contribution of 19 from 20 deliveries (including two boundaries) before being run out by B Hannon.

S Shashikumar anchored the remainder of the innings, top-scoring for Limerick with an unbeaten 22 off 26 balls. However, she received limited support from the middle order. Snigdha Sibi was run out by B Hannon for 1, and Jo Vercoe was bowled for a duck by Sasindi Guruge on the very next delivery, leaving Limerick at 42/4. Avni Harishankar (5) and A Thorat (5*) helped push the total to 79/5 at the close of their 15 overs, aided by 15 extras.

For County Galway, Sasindi Guruge was the standout bowler, returning highly economical figures of 1 for 7 from her 3 overs. E Maxfield also bowled tightly, conceding only 9 runs from her 2 overs.

Second Innings: County Galway CC W Batting

County Galway’s chase began with immediate setbacks as Limerick captain Saadia Mahmood struck twice in her opening spells. She bowled opener E Maxfield for 5 in the first over and had S Rathnayaka (6) caught by Jo Vercoe in her second over, leaving Galway in a spot of trouble at 13/2.

However, J Thakur and Sasindi Guruge combined to stabilize the chase and eliminate any threat. Sasindi Guruge was the aggressor, scoring a quick-fire, unbeaten 30 runs off 29 balls, which included five boundaries. Despite briefly retiring not out on 23 in the eighth over, she returned to complete the victory. J Thakur played a solid supporting role, remaining undefeated on 13 off 23 balls.

Aided by 29 extras conceded by the Limerick bowling attack, the host side reached their target of 83 with more than three overs to spare. For Limerick CC, Saadia Mahmood was the only wicket-taker, finishing with 2 for 24 from her 3 overs.

Scorecard Overview

Hero of the Match

Sasindi Guruge (County Galway CC)

Sasindi Guruge is named the hero of the match for her impactful all-round contribution. In the first innings, she stifled Limerick’s scoring rate, taking 1 for 7 from her 3 overs. She then top-scored in the second innings with a crucial, unbeaten 30* off 29 deliveries to guide her side comfortably over the finish line.

MCU Minor Cup: Glenstal CC vs. Cork County CC

Date: 12 July 2026

Venue: The Farm Curraheen Road, Cork

Toss: Glenstal CC, who elected to bowl

Result: Glenstal CC 1st XI won by 5 wickets

Match Summary

In Week 13 of the MCU Minor Cup, Glenstal CC 1st XI secured a hard-fought five-wicket victory over Cork County CC 3rd XI at The Farm. After winning the toss and electing to field, Glenstal restricted Cork County to 221 runs in exactly 40 overs. In response, despite losing half their side for 127 runs, Glenstal completed a successful chase, reaching 222/5 in 32.5 overs on the back of an unbeaten half-century in the lower-middle order.

First Innings: Cork County CC 3rd XI Batting

Cork County got off to an excellent start, led by an opening stand of 118 runs between Gaurav Singh and Rahul Sethi. Gaurav Singh contributed a steady 47 runs off 49 balls, containing two boundaries and three sixes, before falling to K gupta. Rahul Sethi anchored the innings, scoring a fluent 82 off 85 balls with nine boundaries and two sixes.

Following the dismissal of the openers, the middle order struggled to maintain the high scoring rate. Adam Kamel fell cheaply for 1 to A Sudame, while Mohammad Abas Faizi (22) and Srihari Ravichandran (12) made brief starts before being dismissed by Ikram.

Captain Pratheek Chappanda contributed 14 runs, and Nahid added 11, but the tail folded quickly. Cork County’s innings concluded at 221 all out off the final ball of their 40 overs.

For Glenstal, Ikram was the pick of the bowlers, taking 3 for 48 in his 8 overs. A Sudame bowled an exceptionally tight spell, conceding only 24 runs and claiming 2 wickets in his 8 overs, while R M also chipped in with 2 for 40.

Second Innings: Glenstal CC 1st XI Batting

Glenstal’s chase suffered an early setback when R Naidu was caught off Nahid for a duck in the first over. However, A Anto (28 off 21 balls) and P Bhagyawant (33 off 30 balls) kept the run-rate high.

R KV contributed a crucial 32 runs, but Cork County’s captain Pratheek Chappanda struck twice, dismissing both R KV and skipper K Gupta (18) to reduce Glenstal to a tense 127/5 in the 16th over.

The match-winning partnership was formed by T Ram Ravi and Y Y. The pair combined for an unbroken 95-run sixth-wicket stand to take their team to victory. Y Y was the dominant partner, scoring a brilliant 64 not out off 68 balls, featuring eight boundaries and three sixes. T Ram Ravi played a disciplined supporting role, finishing unbeaten on 20 from 41 balls as Glenstal cruised over the line with more than seven overs to spare.

Pratheek Chappanda (2-33) and Nahid (2-42) were the primary wicket-takers for Cork County.

Scorecard Overview

Hero of the Match

Y Y (Glenstal CC)

Y Y is named the hero of the match. Entering the crease with his team under pressure at 127/5 and the match evenly poised, he scored a flawless, unbeaten 64* off 68 deliveries. His composure and boundary-striking guided Glenstal CC home in a potentially difficult chase.

MCU Premier: Clare CC vs. Midleton CC

Date: 12 July 2026

Venue: Ballycasey Clare Oval, Shannon

Toss: Clare CC 1st XI, who elected to bat

Result: Midleton CC 1st XI won by 5 wickets

Match Summary

In Week 13 of the MCU Premier league, Midleton CC 1st XI registered a comfortable five-wicket victory over Clare CC 1st XI at the Ballycasey Clare Oval. After winning the toss and opting to bat first, Clare CC were bowled out for 156 in 30.1 overs due to a disciplined bowling display by Midleton. In reply, despite some early batting scares, Midleton chased down the target in 32 overs, finishing on 157/5.

First Innings: Clare CC 1st XI Batting

Clare CC’s decision to bat first yielded a quick start, with opener D Sams striking 33 off just 21 deliveries, including six boundaries and a six. However, his opening partner Raj More was more cautious, making 15 off 35 balls before both fell to Danish Iqbal, leaving Clare at 60/2.

Captain Vignesh (18) and A Udin (16) put together a brief partnership to take the score to 91. At this point, the Clare innings suffered a major collapse, losing three wickets with the score remaining on 91. A Udin was run out by Naman Gandhi, Sapan Kale was trapped lbw by AS Wattoo for a duck, and Vignesh was caught off Farrukh Fiaz.

Arslan Talib (5) and Hrushikesh Pardeshi (1) fell shortly after, leaving Clare reeling at 101/7. A late-order cameo from Chandrasekaran Palanisamy, who hit 29 off 20 balls, alongside A Mukthar (15) pushed the final total to 156 before the side was bowled out in the 31st over.

Midleton’s bowling attack was led by AS Wattoo, who finished with excellent figures of 4 for 43 off 9.1 overs. Farrukh Fiaz was highly economical, taking 3 for 11 in his 5 overs, while Danish Iqbal chipped in with 2 for 38.

Second Innings: Midleton CC 1st XI Batting

Defending a modest total of 156, Clare CC started aggressively with the ball. Chandrasekaran Palanisamy dismissed opener Zuhair Shah (1) in the third over, and M safi followed up by trapping Naman Gandhi (6) lbw, leaving Midleton in trouble at 10/2.

Midleton captain Majid Khan then came to the crease and played a decisive anchoring role. He combined first with AS Wattoo (24 off 24 balls) in a 51-run third-wicket partnership to stabilize the innings. Following AS Wattoo‘s dismissal to A Mukthar, Muhammad Shabir added a quick 22 off 19 balls to keep the run-rate steady.

Murad Rasheed contributed a patient 18 to edge Midleton closer to the target before he was caught off A Mukthar. Majid Khan remained resolute at the other end, scoring an unbeaten 72 runs off 81 deliveries, containing 11 boundaries and two sixes, to guide his side home in the 32nd over alongside Javed Ahmed Azami (1*).

Among the Clare bowlers, A Mukthar was the most successful with 2 for 56, while Chandrasekaran Palanisamy, M safi, and Hrushikesh Pardeshi claimed one wicket apiece.

Scorecard Overview

Hero of the Match

Majid Khan (Midleton CC)

Majid Khan is named the hero of the match for his match-winning captain’s knock. Coming in at a precarious 10/2, he remained undefeated on 72* off 81 balls, calmly absorbing the pressure and anchoring the chase to ensure a comfortable victory for Midleton CC.

MCU Premier: Cork County CC vs. Cork Harlequins CC

Date: 12 July 2026

Venue: The Mardyke, Cork

Toss: Cork County CC 1st XI, who elected to bat

Result: Cork Harlequins CC 1st XI won by 2 wickets

Match Summary

In a Week 13 MCU Premier local derby at The Mardyke, Cork Harlequins CC 1st XI secured a narrow two-wicket victory over Cork County CC 1st XI. After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Cork County posted 238 before being bowled out in the final stages of their innings. Cork Harlequins paced their chase through key individual half-centuries, overcoming a late flurry of wickets to cross the line with eight balls to spare, finishing on 239/8 in 48.4 overs.

First Innings: Cork County CC 1st XI Batting

Cork County experienced a steady opening period but lost Ross Durity (7) trapped lbw by Mustak Mardan to leave the score at 31/1. Opener Ritesh Sah compiled a solid 43 off 57 balls before being bowled by J Kalathera.

The centerpiece of the innings was a 86-run partnership for the third wicket between Niall Donnelly and Thorne Prophet. Thorne Prophet scored a quick-fire 51 off 61 balls, which featured five boundaries and a six, before falling to Adam Hickey. Niall Donnelly anchored the top half with a patient 33 from 78 balls.

Following their dismissals, middle-order contributions from Ayush Dubey (25) and Sunil Gautam (23) kept the scoreboard ticking past the 200-mark. However, the lower-middle order struggled, collapsing from 213/4 to 224/8. A minor tail-end effort pushed the final score to 238 before Magesh Kumar dismissed the final two batsmen to wrap up the innings in 48.2 overs.

For Cork Harlequins, Magesh Kumar was the most successful bowler with figures of 4 for 32 off 5.2 overs, while J Kalathera claimed 3 for 44 and Adam Hickey picked up 2 for 58.

Second Innings: Cork Harlequins CC 1st XI Batting

Cork Harlequins began their pursuit with a 53-run opening stand between Adam Hickey (26) and Callum Stevenson (23). However, spinner Siddharth Joshi triggered a swift response, claiming three quick wickets—including both openers and Dineth Sumanasinghe (9)—to reduce the visitors to 70/3. When D Joyce (1) was dismissed shortly after, Harlequins were in a precarious position at 73/4.

R Joyce and P Searra rebuilt the innings with a vital 96-run partnership for the fifth wicket. R Joyce made a critical 58 off 69 balls, including eight boundaries, before being bowled by Ayush Dubey. P Searra played a patient, match-defining anchor role, scoring 67 off 91 balls.

Captain Seanan Jones played a vital late cameo of 25 from 25 balls to keep the target within reach. Although a couple of late wickets fell—including P Searra in the 48th over to leave the score at 236/8—Mustak Mardan (6*) and Magesh Kumar (1*) held their nerve to secure the victory in the penultimate over.

For Cork County, Siddharth Joshi was the pick of the bowlers with 3 for 31 from his maximum 10 overs, supported by Ayush Dubey who took 2 for 57.

Scorecard Overview

Hero of the Match

P Searra (Cork Harlequins CC)

P Searra is named the hero of the match for his resilient batting performance. Entering the crease under pressure with his team stumbling at 73/4, his disciplined 67 off 91 balls anchored the majority of the chase and ensured Cork Harlequins stayed on course to complete a successful chase.

MCU U15 Superleague: Limerick CC vs. Cork County CC

Date: 12 July 2026

Venue: Glenstal Abbey Ground, Co. Limerick

Toss: Limerick CC U15 XI, who elected to bat

Result: Cork County CC U15 XI won by 4 wickets

Match Summary

In a Week 13 MCU U15 Superleague fixture at the Glenstal Abbey Ground, Cork County CC U15 XI earned a hard-fought four-wicket victory over Limerick CC U15 XI. After winning the toss and opting to bat, Limerick were bowled out for 99 runs in 24.5 overs, heavily restricted by a clinical bowling performance. Cork County chased down the target in 26.2 overs, reaching 101/6 despite a spirited fightback from the Limerick bowlers.

First Innings: Limerick CC U15 XI Batting

Limerick’s innings got off to a difficult start when opener Chinmay Shinde (2) was run out by Eddie Ross in the second over. Abubakar Aziz Ullah (10) and Atharvan Alagesan (14) attempted to build a partnership, but both fell to the bowling of Eddie Ross, leaving Limerick at 35/3.

Captain Ghufran Chaudhry played a resilient anchor role, top-scoring for his side with 27 runs off 41 deliveries, including two boundaries and a six. He received brief support from Yousaf Ramay (7), but the middle order collapsed under pressure from Arvin Monteiro.

Arvin Monteiro tore through Limerick’s batting lineup, claiming the wickets of M Riyan Shah (3), Robert McCutcheon (0), Ghufran Chaudhry, and Muhammad Ibrahim (0). Aided by 27 extras, Limerick crawled to 99 all out in the 25th over.

Along with Arvin Monteiro‘s outstanding figures of 4 for 14 from 5 overs, Eddie Ross was highly effective, taking 2 for 16. Kaustubh Gude, Ruairi Newton, and Aarib Ahsan claimed one wicket each.

Second Innings: Cork County CC U15 XI Batting

Cork County’s chase was set up by a solid 46-run opening partnership between captain Kaustubh Gude and wicketkeeper Ahmar Ahsan. Kaustubh Gude scored a quick 27 off 31 balls, including four boundaries, before being caught off the bowling of Yousaf Ramay.

Ahmar Ahsan played a very patient anchor role, making 24 runs off 66 balls to keep the run-chase on track. Eddie Ross added a useful 11 before he was bowled by Robert McCutcheon.

Following Ahmar Ahsan‘s run-out by Muhammad Raheem at 82/3, Limerick’s bowlers made a late push. Robert McCutcheon bowled a tight spell, dismissing Elham Momand (8) and Abdullah Usman Illahi Kiani (3), while Ghufran Chaudhry clean-bowled Moosa Adnan Ahmed (2) to reduce Cork County to a tense 98/6.

However, Matthew O’Neill (0*) and Hamza Farooq (2*) managed to score the remaining runs, securing the victory in the 27th over.

Robert McCutcheon was the pick of the Limerick bowlers, taking 3 for 18 in 6.2 overs.

Scorecard Overview

Hero of the Match

Arvin Monteiro (Cork County CC)

Arvin Monteiro is named the hero of the match for his exceptional spell of spin bowling in the first innings. His figures of 4 for 14 off 5 overs dismantled Limerick’s middle and lower order, ensuring the target remained under three figures and setting up the victory for his side.

MCU Minor Cup: United Cricket Clonmel vs. Waterford Vikings

Date: 12 July 2026

Venue: Lisronagh Castle Grounds, Clonmel

Toss: United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI, who elected to bat

Result: United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI won by 27 runs

Match Summary

In Week 13 of the MCU Minor Cup, United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI secured a 27-run victory over Waterford Vikings 2nd XI at the Lisronagh Castle Grounds. After opting to bat first, Clonmel recovered from a severe top-order collapse to post a competitive total of 165 before being bowled out in the 35th over. In response, despite a disciplined half-century from the visitors’ middle order, a late-innings batting collapse saw the Waterford Vikings bowled out for 138 in 36.2 overs.

First Innings: United Cricket Clonmel 2nd XI Batting

Clonmel’s decision to bat first looked questionable early on as they fell to a precarious 32/4 inside 9 overs. Opener Robin Raj (3) was dismissed in the second over, while Shoaib Khan (7), skipper Sharan Narke (0), and Muhammad Arbaz Amjad Kushar (13) fell in quick succession. The slide continued as Ahmad Qamar (5), Babar Ali (2), and Henry Michael (7) were dismissed, leaving the hosts reeling at 69/7.

The recovery was initiated by Alfaran Bedadhaluri, who played a vital, aggressive knock under pressure. He struck 56 off 64 deliveries, finding the boundary 10 times, before falling in the 27th over with the score at 114/8. Kapil Jawandha then took over the responsibility, hitting 42 off 51 balls (including five fours and a six) in an essential partnership with Vinayak Nayak (2*) to stretch the final score to 165 before the last wicket fell in the 35th over.

For the Vikings, Dipu Mathai was the pick of the bowling attack, returning excellent figures of 4 for 29 in his 8 overs. J Baby provided strong support, taking 3 for 36 in 7 overs.

Second Innings: Waterford Vikings 2nd XI Batting

The Vikings’ chase began with early setbacks as Ahmad Qamar dismissed opener A Joseph (2) and bowled P Kumar (0) cheaply, leaving Waterford at 18/2. S Salunke added 11 before falling lbw to Babar Ali.

Sunil Manikkoth and captain Rijosh Sebastian stabilized the innings with a 54-run partnership for the fourth wicket. Sunil Manikkoth compiled a patient 51 runs off 83 balls, hitting three fours and two sixes, while Rijosh Sebastian made a gritty 22 from 49 deliveries.

The match swung decisively back in Clonmel’s favor when captain Sharan Narke dismissed Sunil Manikkoth in the 29th over. This triggered a severe collapse, as the Vikings lost five wickets for just 22 runs, sliding from 107/3 to 129/9. Sharan Narke tore through the middle and lower order, claiming the wickets of K Omanakuttan (15), Gejo Varghese (5), and J Baby (0). Vinayak Nayak wrapped up the innings by bowling B Joseph (4) to seal the 27-run victory.

For Clonmel, Sharan Narke was the standout bowler, finishing with 4 for 29 from his 8 overs. Ahmad Qamar delivered an incredibly economical spell, claiming 3 for 12 in his 8 overs.

Scorecard Overview

Hero of the Match

Alfaran Bedadhaluri (United Cricket Clonmel)

Alfaran Bedadhaluri is named the hero of the match for his rescue act in the first innings. Coming to the crease with his team struggling heavily at 32/4, his counter-attacking 56 off 64 balls altered the momentum of the game and gave Clonmel the necessary runs to defend.

MCU Premier: County Galway CC vs. Limerick CC

Date: 12 July 2026

Venue: Lydican (MC), Galway

Toss: Limerick CC 1st XI, who elected to bat

Result: Limerick CC 1st XI won by 143 runs

Match Summary

In Week 13 of the MCU Premier league, Limerick CC 1st XI secured a comprehensive 143-run victory over County Galway CC 1st XI at Lydican. After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Limerick posted an imposing total of 322/9 in their 50 overs. In reply, despite an excellent individual half-century from opener S Nasim, County Galway’s batting lineup collapsed under pressure, bowled out for 179 runs in 30.5 overs.

First Innings: Limerick CC 1st XI Batting

Limerick CC recovered from early breakthroughs to post a formidable score. After losing opener Bharat Dahima (1) and Karthik Maniaraas (21), followed by Nishant Kumar (31), the visitors were poised at 86/3 in the 18th over.

A dominant fourth-wicket partnership of 130 runs between captain Anvesh Bogavelly and Shreehari Madyalkar shifted the momentum entirely in Limerick’s favor. Shreehari Madyalkar struck a rapid 72 off 61 balls (six boundaries and three sixes) before departing in the 36th over. Anvesh Bogavelly anchored the middle overs with a composed 71 off 78 deliveries, also hitting six boundaries and three sixes.

Following their dismissals, Manoj Sharma (31* off 35) and a late-innings cameo from Ramoji Alla (33 off 17 balls, featuring four boundaries and two sixes) propelled the total to 322/9 by the conclusion of the 50 overs.

For County Galway, I Sumit was the most economical bowler, taking 2 for 39 from his 10 overs. B Fanakzai (2-46) and K Mehmood (2-67) also claimed two wickets each.

Second Innings: County Galway CC 1st XI Batting

County Galway began their run chase in aggressive fashion, with openers S Nasim and S Burra putting on a rapid 73-run partnership in just 9.4 overs. S Burra struck 33 off 30 deliveries (four boundaries and two sixes) before being bowled by Manoj Sharma.

This dismissal triggered a major batting collapse. County Galway lost five wickets for just 19 runs, slipping from 73/0 to 92/5. Manoj Sharma bowled SR Lella for a duck, while Anvesh Bogavelly struck three quick blows, removing FAS MD (0), B Fanakzai (16), and S Singh (0).

S Nasim continued to battle from one end, compiling a high-quality 84 off 73 balls, which included 10 boundaries and a six. He found support from skipper I Sumit (21), with the pair adding 69 runs for the sixth wicket. However, once I Sumit was clean-bowled by J Potgieter to break the stand, the remaining wickets fell in quick succession. Prasad Hegde ran through the tail to dismiss K Mehmood (0), J Juneja (1), and finally the set S Nasim to bowl County Galway out for 179 in the 31st over.

Anvesh Bogavelly led the bowling attack with 3 for 19 from his 5 overs. Prasad Hegde finished with 3 for 42, while Manoj Sharma claimed 2 for 38.

Scorecard Overview

Hero of the Match

Anvesh Bogavelly (Limerick CC)

Anvesh Bogavelly is named the hero of the match for his stellar all-round leadership. He set the standard in the first innings with a vital, team-high knock of 71 runs to anchor the middle order, before returning with the ball to register figures of 3 for 19, effectively breaking County Galway’s top-order chase.

MCU Minor Cup: Nenagh CC vs. Midleton CC

Date: 12 July 2026

Venue: Knockshigowna Cricket Grounds, Nenagh

Toss: Midleton CC 3rd XI, who elected to bat

Result: Nenagh CC 2nd XI won by 9 wickets

Match Summary

In Week 13 of the MCU Minor Cup, hosts Nenagh CC 2nd XI secured a convincing nine-wicket victory over Midleton CC 3rd XI at the Knockshigowna Cricket Grounds. After winning the toss and electing to bat, Midleton posted 196/9 in their allotted 40 overs, recovering from a mid-innings collapse thanks to a solid opening stand and late resistance. Nenagh chased down the target with ease, reaching 200/1 in just 29.3 overs on the back of an outstanding opening partnership.

First Innings: Midleton CC 3rd XI Batting

Midleton’s innings started strongly with an 80-run opening stand between Nitin Patil and R Muhammad. Nitin Patil compiled a well-crafted 56 off 58 balls, including seven boundaries and two sixes, while R Muhammad contributed a steady 31 off 38 deliveries.

However, the dismissal of R Muhammad in the 13th over triggered a severe middle-order collapse. Midleton lost five wickets for just 29 runs, slipping quickly to 109/5. Santosh Sarma Banda (0), Fayyaz Khan (0), and skipper Naveen Kumar Siddotam (0) all fell cheaply to the disciplined Nenagh bowling attack.

A crucial seventh-wicket partnership of 54 runs between Prakash Bhavani Selvaraj (30 off 75 balls) and Shubham Bhushan Khopade (24 off 31 balls) revived the innings, allowing Midleton to bat out their overs and reach a respectable total of 196/9.

For Nenagh, Tony Kurian was the pick of the bowlers with highly economical figures of 3 for 29 in his 8 overs. Binu Joseph also claimed 3 for 33, while Amit Gupta supported well with 2 for 33.

Second Innings: Nenagh CC 2nd XI Batting

Nenagh’s run chase was remarkably straightforward, dominated by a massive 146-run opening partnership between Sreehari Vinobaji and captain Jibin Scaria.

Sreehari Vinobaji led the charge, scoring a brisk 80 off 71 deliveries, finding the boundary 11 times. He was eventually dismissed in the 23rd over, run out by Sugadev Suman. Jibin Scaria played a anchor role, finishing unbeaten on 50 off 74 balls, including six boundaries.

Following the departure of Sreehari Vinobaji, Tony Kurian joined Jibin Scaria at the crease and accelerated the finish. Tony Kurian struck a quickfire 34* off 34 balls (four boundaries and a six) in an unbeaten 54-run partnership to guide Nenagh home with more than 10 overs to spare. The Midleton bowling attack struggled to make an impact, failing to take a single wicket with the ball.

Scorecard Overview

Hero of the Match

Sreehari Vinobaji (Nenagh CC)

Sreehari Vinobaji is named the hero of the match for his dominant batting display at the top of the order. His rapid 80 runs off 71 balls set a commanding tempo for the chase, effectively eliminating any pressure and putting the result beyond Midleton’s reach early in the second innings.

MCU Minor Cup: Cork Harlequins CC vs. Waterford & District CC

Date: 12 July 2026

Venue: Farmers Cross, Cork

Toss: Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI, who elected to bat

Result: Waterford & District CC 1st XI won by 3 wickets

Match Summary

In Week 13 of the MCU Minor Cup, Waterford & District CC 1st XI chased down a target of 257 to defeat hosts Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI by three wickets at Farmers Cross. After choosing to bat first, Cork Harlequins recovered from a slow start to post a competitive 256/8 in their 40 overs. Waterford & District reached the target in the 37th over, driven by half-centuries in the middle order to claim the victory.

First Innings: Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI Batting

Cork Harlequins’ decision to bat first met early resistance when opener Hashim Bilal Ahsan (0) was clean-bowled by Benjamin Martin in the second over. Jatin Jaitley (43 off 67 balls) and Sachin Yewale (19) slowly rebuilt the innings, but it was a strong fourth-wicket partnership that accelerated the host’s scoring rate.

Z Baramatiwala top-scored for the home side with an assertive 76 off 70 balls, hitting seven boundaries and two sixes. He received support from Vikranth Masina (20), but the momentum was maintained late in the innings by P Sonar, who struck an unbeaten 45* off just 30 balls, including six boundaries. These contributions, aided by 39 extras, allowed the Harlequins to reach 256/8 at the end of their 40 overs.

For Waterford & District, Sami Noor was the most successful bowler, taking 3 for 35 in his 4 overs, while Zubair Shahid claimed 2 for 30 from his 3 overs. Benjamin Martin delivered a very economical opening spell, returning figures of 1 for 23 from his 8 overs.

Second Innings: Waterford & District CC 1st XI Batting

The run chase began with several early setbacks as B Ahsan and Sachin Yewale picked up quick wickets, reducing Waterford to 28/2. A run-out of Mohd Siblee Islam (3) and the dismissal of PS Francis—who made a quickfire 49 off 27 balls with eight boundaries and two sixes—left the visitors in a delicate position at 94/4.

The chase was put back on track by a crucial 111-run partnership for the fifth wicket between Zubair Shahid and Sami Noor. Zubair Shahid compiled a patient 72 off 63 balls (seven boundaries, three sixes) before falling to Namish Kumar. Sami Noor remained at the crease to anchor the rest of the chase, finishing unbeaten on 65 off 57 balls, featuring eight boundaries and two sixes.

Despite a late mini-collapse where Satish Muddar (6) was run out and SK Jayaram (15) was bowled by Namish Kumar, Sami Noor and Barathi Krishnan Jayakrishnan Prema (0*) steered the visitors over the line, finishing on 258/7 with 3.3 overs to spare.

For the Harlequins, B Ahsan finished with 2 for 36 in his 8 overs, while Namish Kumar returned figures of 2 for 34.

Scorecard Overview

Hero of the Match

Sami Noor (Waterford & District CC)

Sami Noor is named the hero of the match for his highly influential all-round performance. He first restricted the Harlequins with the ball by claiming three key wickets, and later returned with the bat to score a match-winning, unbeaten 65* to guide his side safely through the run chase.

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