Munster Cricket Union Week 15: Cork County vs. Cork Harlequins
This report covers the MCU U17 League match played on July 25, 2025, at Farmers Cross, Cork, between Cork County CC U17 and Cork Harlequins CC U17 XI.
Match Summary: Cork Harlequins CC U17 XI won by 9 wickets.
Cork County’s Innings
Cork County CC U17 won the toss and elected to bat first. They posted a total of 149 runs for 8 wickets in their allocated 20 overs. The top scorer for Cork County was Mohammad Abas Faizi, who retired not out with 51 runs from 32 balls, including 4 fours and 2 sixes. Ershadullah Noori also made a notable contribution of 35 runs from 30 deliveries. The innings included 28 extras, consisting of 1 leg bye, 25 wides, and 2 no-balls.
For Cork Harlequins, Aksh Khurana was the most effective bowler, taking 2 wickets for 9 runs in 2 overs. Other wicket-takers included S Sumanasinghe (1 wicket for 34 runs), Ahmedullah Khan (1 wicket for 20 runs), Aidan Brokenshire (1 wicket for 23 runs), Robbie Magee (1 wicket for 20 runs), and Namish Kumar (1 wicket for 8 runs). The fall of wickets for Cork County occurred at regular intervals, with the first wicket falling at 28 runs and the eighth at 149.
Cork Harlequins’ Chase
In response, Cork Harlequins CC U17 XI successfully chased the target, scoring 151 runs for the loss of 1 wicket in 15.5 overs. C Stevenson anchored the innings, retiring not out on 50 runs from 39 balls, which included 5 fours. He was well-supported by Aksh Khurana, who remained unbeaten on 50 runs off 40 balls, hitting 2 fours and 3 sixes. S Sumanasinghe contributed 17 not out from 12 balls. Cork Harlequins’ total was boosted by 26 extras (5 byes, 4 leg byes, 13 wides, 4 no-balls).
For Cork County, Aaron Hull was the only bowler to claim a wicket, dismissing Jonathan McLaughlin for 8 runs. Aaron Hull bowled economically, conceding 18 runs in 4 overs. Other bowlers, including Senan O’Connell (0 wickets for 23 runs), Khyatiranjan Acharaya (0 wickets for 12 runs), Mark Donnelly (0 wickets for 47 runs), Ciara Spalding (0 wickets for 19 runs), and Sara Kamel (0 wickets for 23 runs), were unable to secure further breakthroughs.
Result
Cork Harlequins CC U17 XI won the match by 9 wickets.
Hero of the Match
Aksh Khurana is recognized as the Hero of the Match for his significant all-round contribution. He first claimed 2 wickets for 9 runs during Cork County’s innings and then scored an unbeaten 50 runs in the chase, playing a pivotal role in Cork Harlequins’ victory.
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Munster Cricket Union Week 15: Limerick CC U15 XI vs. County Galway CC U15 XI
This report covers the MCU U15 League match played on July 25, 2025, at The Manor Fields Adare, Adare, between Limerick CC U15 XI and County Galway CC U15 XI.
Match Summary: Limerick CC U15 XI won by 95 runs.
Limerick CC U15 XI’s Innings
Limerick CC U15 XI won the toss and elected to bat first. They posted a total of 134 runs for 4 wickets in their allocated 20 overs. Significant contributions came from Robert McCutcheon (25 runs off 27 balls), Riyan Shah (22 runs off 16 balls), Faizan Chaudhry (28 runs off 32 balls), and Behroz Athar Khan, who remained not out on 24 runs from 34 deliveries. The innings also included 28 extras, comprising 2 byes, 1 leg bye, 22 wides, and 3 no-balls.
For County Galway CC U15 XI, Rayan Maqsood and Sasindi Guruge each took one wicket. Rayan Maqsood conceded 26 runs in 4 overs, while Sasindi Guruge was economical, giving away only 12 runs in 4 overs. The wickets for Limerick fell at 57, 64, 76, and 134 runs.
County Galway CC U15 XI’s Chase
In pursuit of 135 runs, County Galway CC U15 XI struggled, being bowled out for 39 runs in 11.3 overs. The top scorer for County Galway was T Smith with 7 runs from 25 balls. Rayan Maqsood contributed 6 runs. The innings included 18 extras (1 bye, 17 wides).
For Limerick CC U15 XI, Arham Ullah delivered an outstanding bowling performance, taking 3 wickets for 0 runs in 1.3 overs. Abubakar Azizuallah and Leon George each secured one wicket, conceding 11 runs and 7 runs respectively. The County Galway innings saw wickets fall rapidly, with the final wicket falling at 39 runs.
Result
Limerick CC U15 XI won the match by 95 runs.
Hero of the Match
Arham Ullah is recognized as the Hero of the Match for his exceptional bowling performance, claiming 3 wickets for 0 runs, which was instrumental in Limerick’s decisive victory.
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MCU Minor Cup: Clare CC 2nd XI vs. Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI – Match Report
Clare CC 2nd XI secured a 4-wicket victory over Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI in the MCU Minor Cup, Week 15 fixture held at Farmers Cross, Cork, on July 27, 2025.
First Innings: Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI
Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI, batting first, posted a total of 173 runs before being bowled out in 38.1 overs. The innings saw contributions from Umer Khan, who top-scored with 42 runs from 37 balls, including 7 fours and 1 six. C Stevenson added a steady 33 runs from 59 deliveries, while Sachin Yewale contributed 28.
Clare CC 2nd XI’s bowling attack was led effectively by A Mukthar, who claimed an impressive 4 wickets for 29 runs from 7.1 overs. Hrushikesh Pardeshi supported with 2 wickets for 30 runs, and Gurpreet Singh took 1 wicket for 29 runs. Usama Amjad also picked up a crucial wicket, conceding 38 runs. The Harlequins’ innings concluded with the fall of their tenth wicket at 173.
Second Innings: Clare CC 2nd XI
Chasing 174 for victory, Clare CC 2nd XI successfully reached their target, finishing on 179 for 6 in 32.5 overs. The cornerstone of their chase was an outstanding unbeaten innings of 92 runs from 78 balls by Usama Amjad. His innings included 8 fours and 3 sixes, guiding his team through a challenging period after early wickets. Hrushikesh Pardeshi provided valuable support with 21 runs.
For Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI, Umer Khan was the pick of the bowlers, taking 3 wickets for 40 runs from his 8 overs. Md Nazmul hasan Sajib was economical, securing 1 wicket for just 14 runs. Aksh Khurana and Zeeshan Ullah each contributed with one wicket. Despite some early breakthroughs, Clare CC 2nd XI managed to consolidate and achieve the target.
Result
Clare CC 2nd XI won the match by 4 wickets.
Hero of the Match
Usama Amjad (Clare CC 2nd XI) is identified as the hero of the match for his match-winning unbeaten knock of 92 runs, which was pivotal in securing the victory for his team. He also contributed with a wicket during the first innings.
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MCU Junior Cup: Nenagh CC 1st XI vs. Midleton CC 2nd XI – Match Report
Nenagh CC 1st XI secured a 2-wicket victory over Midleton CC 2nd XI in the MCU Junior Cup, Week 15 fixture held at Knockshigowna Cricket Grounds, Nenagh, on July 26, 2025.
First Innings: Midleton CC 2nd XI
Midleton CC 2nd XI, batting first after Nenagh CC 1st XI won the toss and elected to bowl, posted a total of 222 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in their allotted 45 overs. The innings was anchored by Jeff Hitchmough, who scored 48 runs from 72 balls, including 4 fours and 2 sixes. Significant contributions also came from Naman Gandhi, who made 33 runs, and Majid Khan with 21 runs. Adeel Rafi Ahmed added 20 runs. The team’s total was significantly boosted by 50 extras, including 36 wides.
Nenagh CC 1st XI’s bowling effort was spearheaded by Sri Teja, who took 3 wickets for 33 runs from 9 overs. Roshan Patel claimed 2 wickets for 36 runs, while Umair Akber and Naveen George each secured one wicket.
Second Innings: Nenagh CC 1st XI
Chasing 223 for victory, Nenagh CC 1st XI successfully reached their target, finishing on 224 for 8 in 42.1 overs. The chase was built around a crucial partnership and individual performances. Cinulal Varickatharappel top-scored with 44 runs from 100 balls, hitting 4 fours. Sreehari Vinobaji contributed a solid 36 runs, and Naveen George added 33 runs. Ramesh Chandran provided an early impetus with 21 runs. Sreenivas Pockathara Maniappan remained unbeaten on 14 runs to guide his team to victory. Nenagh’s innings also benefited significantly from 59 extras, including 54 wides.
For Midleton CC 2nd XI, Robin Sebastian was the standout bowler, taking an impressive 5 wickets for 46 runs from 8.1 overs. Fayyaz Khan supported with 2 wickets for 25 runs.
Result
Nenagh CC 1st XI won the match by 2 wickets.
Hero of the Match
Robin Sebastian (Midleton CC 2nd XI) is identified as the hero of the match for his exceptional bowling performance, claiming 5 wickets. Despite his team’s loss, his contribution was instrumental in making the match a closely contested one.
