Limerick Blasters CC 4th XI 204 all out (38.4 overs)
Nenagh CC 3rd XI 205/6 (37.2 overs)
Result: Nenagh CC 3rd XI won by 4 wickets
Nenagh CC 3rd XI completed a successful run chase at Knockshigowna Cricket Grounds, Nenagh on 23 August 2026, overhauling Limerick Blasters CC 4th XI’s 204 to win by four wickets in this MCU Division 4 (40 overs) fixture. After winning the toss and electing to bowl, Nenagh’s attack recovered well after a strong Blasters start, and the chase was then built around a substantial innings from Raja Umer.
Limerick Blasters CC 4th XI innings — 204 all out (38.4 overs)
The Blasters’ innings was driven by contributions at the top, with Vishnu Chirayil Babu producing the standout knock of 59 from 47 balls, including ten fours and a six. He and Saji PULIMALAYIL (33 from 69) ensured the innings had a stable base, and Prestige Jaison added 17 as the total moved beyond 120 with only one wicket down.
Nenagh then turned the innings decisively through Jojin Mathew, who delivered a five-wicket spell and removed a number of key batters, including Prestige Jaison, Shiju Chacko, Sindo Puthur Devassy, and JISHORE THOMAS JOHN. That middle-overs burst stalled the Blasters’ momentum and forced the lower order to rebuild. Support came late from Sebin Scaria (14), but the Blasters were bowled out in the 39th over for 204.
Key Blasters batting contributions:
- Vishnu Chirayil Babu 59 (47)
- Saji PULIMALAYIL 33 (69)
- Prestige Jaison 17 (26)
Key Nenagh bowling figures:
- Jojin Mathew 8–2–25–5
- mobin babu 3.4–0–20–3
- Amit Gupta 8–0–22–1
- Brian Pereppadan Saiju 6–0–35–1
Nenagh CC 3rd XI chase — 205/6 (37.2 overs)
Nenagh’s reply began steadily but included early wickets, and the chase required a structured rebuild. Aditya Pawar played a measured innings of 23 from 70 balls, holding one end while the middle order formed partnerships around him. The key innings came from Raja Umer, who scored 60 from 50 balls with eight fours and a six, moving the chase forward decisively through the middle overs.
With the target in reach, Amit Gupta provided important late-order control and scoring, finishing 27 not out from 21 balls, while captain Jojin Mathew stayed unbeaten on 13 to see the chase over the line. Nenagh reached 205/6 with 16 balls remaining.
For the Blasters, Joseph Niclavose produced the most effective spell of the chase with 3/17. Sebin Scaria and Shiju Chacko claimed one wicket apiece, but Nenagh’s key partnerships ensured the chase remained on track.
Key Nenagh batting contributions:
- Raja Umer 60 (50)
- Amit Gupta 27* (21)
- Aditya Pawar 23 (70)
- Mukul Chavan 16 (28)
Key Blasters bowling figures:
- Joseph Niclavose 4–0–17–3
- Sebin Scaria 8–0–42–1
- Shiju Chacko 8–0–36–1
- Prestige Jaison 5–0–41–1
Match assessment
The match turned on Nenagh’s ability to pull back the Blasters’ innings after a strong start, with Jojin Mathew’s five-wicket spell the key phase that limited the total to 204 rather than a larger score. In the chase, Raja Umer provided the defining batting contribution, and the finishing control from Amit Gupta and Jojin Mathew ensured Nenagh converted the position into a four-wicket win.
Hero of the match: Jojin Mathew
Jojin Mathew was the decisive figure, taking 5/25 to shape the first innings and then contributing an unbeaten 13 to help complete the chase.
Waterford Vikings 2nd XI 247/8 (40 overs)
Nenagh CC 4th XI 196 all out (35 overs)
Result: Waterford Vikings 2nd XI won by 51 runs
Waterford Vikings 2nd XI produced a strong all-round performance at Knockshigowna Cricket Grounds, Nenagh on 22 August 2026, setting up a 51-run win after posting 247/8 and then dismissing Nenagh for 196 in the chase. Nenagh won the toss and chose to field, but the Vikings built their total through multiple substantial contributions before taking early wickets and maintaining control through the middle overs.
Waterford Vikings 2nd XI innings — 247/8 (40 overs)
The Vikings’ innings was driven by three major batting contributions. Shernove Mathew set the early tone with a rapid 51 from 43 balls, including five fours and four sixes. After his dismissal at 69/1, the innings was consolidated by Dipu Mathai (31 from 49) and then strengthened further by V Velusamy, who top-scored with 57 from 49 balls and ensured the Vikings had a platform to accelerate late.
The final phase was shaped by L Joy, who added a valuable 43 from 24 balls, providing the late-innings impetus that pushed the total beyond 240. K Omanakuttan supported at the end with 13 not out to close the innings at 247/8.
For Nenagh, Ebin Baby was the standout with 4 wickets, while Jojin Mathew, Bevin Saiju, Shibin Sebastian, BM Kuriakose, and Aneesh Manoharan each claimed a wicket to keep the Vikings from running away completely in the closing overs.
Key Vikings batting contributions:
- V Velusamy 57 (49)
- Shernove Mathew 51 (43)
- L Joy 43 (24)
- Dipu Mathai 31 (49)
Nenagh CC 4th XI innings — 196 all out (35 overs)
Nenagh’s chase was immediately challenged by early wickets, leaving them 12/2 in the first five overs. The recovery was led by Shibin Sebastian, who played the major innings of the chase with 55 from 71 balls, striking eight fours and anchoring the innings through the middle overs. He received support from Piyush Thakre (23) and Ebin Baby (38), and Nenagh progressed to 154/5 before losing Shibin Sebastian at 25.5 overs, a key moment in the pursuit.
From there, the required scoring became more difficult, and although BM Kuriakose added 20, Nenagh’s innings closed at 196 all out in the 35th over.
The Vikings’ bowlers shared the wickets effectively. Captain B Joseph delivered an important spell of 2/18 from 7 overs to establish early control, while Dipu Mathai took 2/24. K Omanakuttan claimed 3 wickets, and V Velusamy added a wicket as the Vikings maintained regular breakthroughs to defend the total.
Key Vikings bowling figures:
- K Omanakuttan 6–0–38–3
- B Joseph 7–0–18–2
- Dipu Mathai 6–1–24–2
- V Velusamy 3–0–20–1
Match assessment
The match was set up by the Vikings’ depth and scoring across the innings, with Shernove Mathew providing early momentum and V Velusamy and L Joy adding the bulk of the later runs. In the chase, Nenagh’s best opportunity came through Shibin Sebastian’s anchored innings and support from Ebin Baby, but early wickets and sustained pressure from the Vikings’ bowling unit ensured the target remained out of reach.
Hero of the match: V Velusamy
V Velusamy was the defining contributor, top-scoring with 57 to shape the Vikings’ total and then adding a wicket in the defence, providing impact in both innings of a 51-run win.
Clare CC 2nd XI 209 all out (42.2 overs)
County Kerry CC 2nd XI 126 all out (31 overs)
Result: Clare CC 2nd XI won by 83 runs
Clare CC 2nd XI produced a controlled performance at Oyster Oval, Tralee on 22 August 2026, posting 209 and then dismissing County Kerry CC 2nd XI for 126 to secure an 83-run win in this MCU Division 1 (45 overs) fixture. Clare won the toss and elected to bat, and the match was shaped by a strong top-order platform and a decisive bowling display in the second innings.
Clare CC 2nd XI innings — 209 all out (42.2 overs)
Clare built their total through a series of substantial contributions at the top and in the middle order. Faizan Hakim set the early platform with 33 from 48 balls, while S Taj added 38 from 56, giving Clare a stable base through the first half of the innings. The key innings came from M Sidiqui, who scored 57 from 54 balls, providing the main acceleration with two fours and four sixes and carrying Clare beyond 150.
Further contributions from Sai Manoj (16) and Ammar (14) ensured Clare maintained momentum through the middle overs. County Kerry’s bowlers responded well late in the innings, led by captain Majid Yousaf with 4/15, which helped restrict Clare to 209 rather than a larger total. Alvin Rahman Fahad also removed two batters, while Joshua Thulasi Raman and Enamullah Chakari took one wicket each.
Key Clare batting contributions:
- M Sidiqui 57 (54)
- S Taj 38 (56)
- Faizan Hakim 33 (48)
- Sai Manoj 16 (32)
Key Kerry bowling figures:
- Majid Yousaf 8.2–3–15–4
- Alvin Rahman Fahad 4–0–39–2
- Joshua Thulasi Raman 9–1–32–1
County Kerry CC 2nd XI innings — 126 all out (31 overs)
Chasing 210, Kerry lost wickets at regular intervals and were unable to establish partnerships of substance. Noor Shah made 20, and Qassim Mohammed was the most productive batter with 27 from 26 balls, but the chase was repeatedly checked by Clare’s bowlers. After early wickets reduced Kerry to 34/3, the required rate increased and Clare maintained control through the middle overs.
Clare’s attack was led by Hammad Ali, who took 3/30, removing key batters including Alvin Rahman Fahad and Adil Rahil. S Taj added an important 2/20, while Faizan Hakim delivered the closing burst with 3/3 in a short spell to end the innings. K Javed also contributed with a wicket and maintained control through his eight overs. Kerry’s later resistance came through Luqman kabir (18) and Rahul Y (16), but the innings closed at 126 in the 31st over.
Key Clare bowling figures:
- Hammad Ali 6–0–30–3
- Faizan Hakim 2–1–3–3
- S Taj 6–1–20–2
- K Javed 8–0–25–1
Match assessment
Clare’s advantage came from a balanced first-innings batting effort, led by M Sidiqui’s 57, and then a disciplined bowling performance that kept Kerry behind the game throughout the chase. Kerry’s best bowling moment was Majid Yousaf’s four-wicket spell, but the chase never settled due to consistent wicket-taking from Clare, particularly Hammad Ali and Faizan Hakim.
Hero of the match: M Sidiqui
M Sidiqui is the standout performer, top-scoring for Clare with 57 to shape the match’s only substantial total and giving Clare the platform that their bowlers converted into an 83-run win.
UCC CC 1st XI 273 all out (39.1 overs)
Limerick Blasters CC 2nd XI 212 all out (30.5 overs)
Result: UCC CC 1st XI won by 61 runs
UCC CC 1st XI put together a strong batting performance at The Farm, Curraheen Road on 22 August 2026, posting 273 before dismissing Limerick Blasters CC 2nd XI for 212 to secure a 61-run win in this MCU Division 2 (40 overs) fixture. UCC won the toss and elected to bat, and the match was shaped by a substantial top-order base followed by decisive contributions in the middle and late overs.
UCC innings — 273 all out (39.1 overs)
UCC’s innings was built on a solid first-wicket stand and a productive middle phase. Shreyas Vijay set the early tone with 32, and captain Kush Patel anchored the innings with 67 from 82 balls, striking eight fours and a six. The second-wicket partnership kept UCC on track through the first half of the innings, and support came from Vedang Shinde, who added 28 and maintained momentum into the middle overs.
The acceleration was supplied by Sahil Kamble, whose 44 from 23 balls included six fours and two sixes, and by Ijlal Haidar, who struck 28 from 18 with four boundaries and a six. Those contributions lifted UCC beyond 250 and ensured a challenging total despite a late run of wickets.
For the Blasters, Aromal TK was the standout bowler with 4/55, accounting for several key middle- and lower-order wickets, while Ajith A took 3/54.
Key UCC batting contributions:
- Kush Patel 67 (82)
- Sahil Kamble 44 (23)
- Shreyas Vijay 32 (41)
- Vedang Shinde 28 (32)
- Ijlal Haidar 28 (18)
Limerick Blasters chase — 212 all out (30.5 overs)
In reply, Limerick Blasters were kept under pressure early by regular wickets, but the chase was carried by an outstanding innings from Feby K Keepanasseril Roby, who scored 118 from 82 balls, with 15 fours and five sixes. His innings was the defining feature of the chase, keeping the target within range for much of the innings despite limited support at the other end.
Blasters’ next best contribution came from Prestige Jaison (28), while several batters made brief starts without converting them into a sustained partnership. Once Roby was dismissed late in the innings, the chase ended quickly, and Limerick were all out for 212 in the 31st over.
UCC’s bowling was shared effectively. Kush Patel took 3/45, removing key middle-order wickets, while Shreyas Vijay also claimed 3/34 and helped break the chase’s momentum through the middle overs. Vedang Shinde, Vaibhav Nair, Ijlal Haidar, and Sahil Kamble each took one wicket to maintain pressure throughout the innings.
Key Blasters batting contributions:
- Feby K Keepanasseril Roby 118 (82)
- Prestige Jaison 28 (19)
- Ajith A 15 (9)
Key UCC bowling figures:
- Kush Patel 8–1–45–3
- Shreyas Vijay 7–1–34–3
- Vedang Shinde 4–0–28–1
- Vaibhav Nair 3–0–32–1
- Ijlal Haidar 6–0–38–1
Match assessment
UCC’s win was based on the scale of their batting effort, led by Kush Patel’s 67 and the late-innings hitting from Sahil Kamble and Ijlal Haidar, which pushed the total well beyond 250. Limerick’s chase was notable for Feby K Keepanasseril Roby’s high-quality century, but the lack of sustained partnerships around him allowed UCC to control the match through wickets at key stages.
Hero of the match: Kush Patel
Kush Patel provided the central all-round contribution, top-scoring for UCC with 67 to anchor the first innings and then taking 3/45 to help close out the chase and secure a 61-run victory.
Lismore CC 1st XI 123 all out (34.5 overs)
United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI 126/6 (23.1 overs)
Result: United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI won by 4 wickets
United Cricket Clonmel 1st XI secured a four-wicket win over Lismore CC 1st XI at Lisronagh Castle Grounds, Clonmel on 22 August 2026 in this MCU Division 3 (40 overs) fixture. Lismore won the toss and elected to bat, but Clonmel’s bowlers made early inroads and then chased the target with time to spare, despite losing six wickets.
Lismore innings — 123 all out (34.5 overs)
Lismore’s innings was shaped by early wickets and limited partnerships through the middle overs. They lost three wickets inside six overs, including Vins Jose for 0, as Clonmel established control with the new ball. Sharon Kavumpurath Sathyaseelan provided the main resistance with 31 from 60 balls, top-scoring and attempting to rebuild the innings from 21/3. Manikandan N contributed 14 and Guna Nanjappa added 14, but wickets continued to fall regularly, particularly as the innings moved past the halfway point.
Clonmel’s attack was well-balanced. Kapil Jawandha delivered a particularly economical spell and took two wickets, while Shoaib Khan claimed three wickets and removed key middle-order players as Lismore struggled to gain momentum. Adhvaith Sarath Divakaran and Sharan Narke both took two wickets to ensure Lismore were dismissed for 123 in the 35th over.
Key Lismore batting contributions:
- Sharon Kavumpurath Sathyaseelan 31 (60)
- Jamsheed Mohammed 11* (31)
- Jomy Kuriachan 9 (12)
- Guna Nanjappa 14 (27)
Key Clonmel bowling figures:
- Shoaib Khan 8–1–32–3
- Kapil Jawandha 6–2–10–2
- Adhvaith Sarath Divakaran 5–0–17–2
- Sharan Narke 4.5–0–31–2
- Ahmad Qamar 6–0–11–*
United Cricket Clonmel chase — 126/6 (23.1 overs)
Clonmel’s chase began with a useful start from Muhammad Arbaz Amjad Kushar (12), but Lismore struck twice in quick succession through Jayamohan Kuruvilla, who removed both Kushar and captain Sharan Narke to leave Clonmel 28/2. Lismore continued to apply pressure with Jibrin Augustine, who took two wickets and reduced Clonmel to 47/4, keeping the match competitive into the middle overs.
The decisive innings came from Shoaib Khan, who anchored the chase with 50 not out from 62 balls, striking seven boundaries and ensuring Clonmel remained in control of the required rate. He received important support from Alfaran Bedadhaluri (19) and then Kapil Jawandha, who finished 17 not out from 13 balls with four boundaries to complete the chase.
Key Lismore bowling figures in the chase:
- Jayamohan Kuruvilla 5–1–12–2
- Jibrin Augustine 5–1–16–2
- Manikandan N 2–0–14–1
Match assessment
The match was set up by Clonmel’s new-ball discipline and their ability to maintain pressure through the middle overs, restricting Lismore to 123. In reply, Lismore’s bowlers created a genuine contest by reducing Clonmel to 47/4, but Shoaib Khan’s anchored innings and the late finishing work from Kapil Jawandha ensured Clonmel completed the chase with wickets in hand.
Hero of the match: Shoaib Khan
Shoaib Khan was the key figure, taking 3/32 to help restrict Lismore and then guiding the chase with 50 (62), providing the most influential all-round contribution in Clonmel’s four-wicket win.
Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI 233 all out (45 overs)
Limerick CC 2nd XI 159 all out (32.2 overs)
Result: Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI won by 74 runs
Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI delivered a balanced performance at Farmers Cross, Cork on 22 August 2026 to secure a 74-run win over Limerick CC 2nd XI in this MCU Division 1 (45 overs) fixture. After winning the toss and choosing to bat, Harlequins reached 233, and then dismissed Limerick for 159 with more than 12 overs remaining.
Cork Harlequins CC 2nd XI innings — 233 all out (45 overs)
Harlequins’ innings was built on solid contributions through the order rather than one dominant score. Adam Hickey top-scored early with 37 from 66 balls, providing stability through the first 20 overs, while Sachin Yewale made 17 and Kieran O’Reilly added 26 to keep the innings moving after early wickets.
The defining partnership came in the second half of the innings when Isaac Whitaker and Manvinder Singh accelerated effectively. Whitaker made 45 from 59 balls with six boundaries, and Manvinder Singh struck 54 from 48 balls, including four fours and two sixes, lifting Harlequins beyond 200 and ensuring a competitive 45-over total.
Limerick’s bowling was led by Syed Asif Hussain (2/15) and Eshan Tanveer (2/37), while Muhammad khan Azizuallah took two wickets and Arham Ullah and Sathya Prabu Sivakumar added one apiece. The wickets were shared broadly, but Harlequins’ late-innings scoring proved decisive.
Key Harlequins batting contributions:
- Manvinder Singh 54 (48)
- Isaac Whitaker 45 (59)
- Adam Hickey 37 (66)
- Kieran O’Reilly 26 (39)
Limerick CC 2nd XI innings — 159 all out (32.2 overs)
Limerick’s chase was disrupted early by wickets in the powerplay and never fully recovered. Sumukh Venkatesh produced the principal resistance with 48 from 70 balls, striking eight boundaries and batting deep into the innings. Nishant Kumar added a brisk 23, and MU Basheer contributed 19, but the loss of wickets at regular intervals left Limerick short of the required rate.
Harlequins’ bowling was led decisively by Magesh Kumar, who returned 5/24 from 8 overs, removing key batters including Yash Srivastava, Abubakar Aziz Ullah, Sumukh Venkatesh, and Arham Ullah. Manvinder Singh added support with 2/22, and Jayanth Komala and Adam Hickey took one wicket each. With the attack maintaining pressure through the middle overs, Limerick were bowled out for 159 in 32.2 overs.
Key Limerick batting contributions:
- Sumukh Venkatesh 48 (70)
- Nishant Kumar 23 (14)
- MU Basheer 19 (43)
Key Harlequins bowling figures:
- Magesh Kumar 8–2–24–5
- Manvinder Singh 3.2–0–22–2
- Jayanth Komala 4–0–29–1
- Adam Hickey 3–0–17–1
Match assessment
Harlequins’ total was built on depth and a productive late phase led by Manvinder Singh and Isaac Whitaker. In response, Limerick’s chase depended heavily on Sumukh Venkatesh, but Magesh Kumar’s five-wicket spell and continued pressure from the supporting bowlers ensured Limerick could not develop the partnerships needed to stay in the game.
Hero of the match: Magesh Kumar
Magesh Kumar was the standout performer with 5/24, a match-defining spell that shaped the second innings and secured Harlequins’ 74-run victory.
Cork County CC 4th XI 180/6 (40 overs)
Midleton CC 4th XI 181/4 (26.4 overs)
Result: Midleton CC 4th XI won by 6 wickets
Midleton CC 4th XI completed a six-wicket win over Cork County CC 4th XI at Townparks, Midleton on 22 August 2026 in this MCU Division 5 (40 overs) fixture. After winning the toss and choosing to bowl, Midleton restricted County to 180/6 and then completed the chase in 26.4 overs with four wickets down.
Cork County CC 4th XI innings — 180/6 (40 overs)
County’s innings was anchored by Ahmar Ahsan, who top-scored with 44 from 103 balls, providing stability through the first three quarters of the innings. After early wickets, William Quinn added a valuable 30 from 46 balls, and the best late scoring came from Abeer Muhammad, who finished 35 not out from 39 balls with six boundaries. Nathan Malik contributed 15, but County were unable to convert their time at the crease into a larger total.
Midleton’s bowling was led by Issac Paul, who delivered the most effective spell with 3/22 from 8 overs, removing key middle-order wickets and keeping the scoring controlled. Lakshmi saikumar Kasibatla took an early wicket, and Md Jahangir Kabir Chowdhury and Sugadev Suman each picked up one as Midleton maintained discipline across the 40 overs.
Key County batting contributions:
- Ahmar Ahsan 44 (103)
- Abeer Muhammad 35* (39)
- William Quinn 30 (46)
Key Midleton bowling figures:
- Issac Paul 8–0–22–3
- Lakshmi saikumar Kasibatla 5.2–0–18–1
- Md Jahangir Kabir Chowdhury 4–1–17–1
- Sugadev Suman 5.5–0–39–1
Midleton CC 4th XI chase — 181/4 (26.4 overs)
Midleton’s chase was built around a key partnership between Santosh Sarma Banda and Issac Paul. Banda made 39 from 59 balls, striking seven boundaries, and established control after Midleton lost early wickets. Issac Paul anchored the innings from the other end, finishing 33 not out from 61 balls and guiding the chase into the final phase.
The decisive acceleration came through Jaspal Singh, who struck 25 from 15 balls, including four fours and a six, pushing Midleton close to the target. Ganapathy Paramasivam Muthukrishnan (16) and Ajimon Joseph (5) provided early runs, and Muhammad Ali Kalota completed the chase with 8 not out from 2 balls.
For County, wickets were shared between U Farooq, Hamza Farooq, Nathan Malik, and Vinay Patil, but Midleton’s top-order partnership and the late scoring from Jaspal Singh ensured the chase was completed comfortably.
Key Midleton batting contributions:
- Santosh Sarma Banda 39 (59)
- Issac Paul 33* (61)
- Jaspal Singh 25 (15)
- Ganapathy Paramasivam Muthukrishnan 16 (23)
Match assessment
Midleton’s win was set up by an effective bowling performance, particularly Issac Paul’s three-wicket spell, which limited County to 180/6. In reply, the chase was controlled by Santosh Sarma Banda and Issac Paul, and then finished efficiently with Jaspal Singh providing the key attacking contribution in the final third of the innings.
Hero of the match: Issac Paul
Issac Paul was the standout performer, taking 3/22 to lead Midleton’s bowling effort and then anchoring the chase with an unbeaten 33, providing influence in both innings of a six-wicket victory.
Limerick Blasters CC 2nd XI 315/7 (40 overs)
Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI 193 all out (37.1 overs)
Result: Limerick Blasters CC 2nd XI won by 122 runs
Limerick Blasters CC 2nd XI delivered a dominant batting performance at Farmers Cross, Cork on 23 August 2026, posting 315 for 7 and then dismissing Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI for 193 to secure a 122-run win in this MCU Division 2 (40 overs) fixture. After winning the toss and choosing to bat, the Blasters built their innings around two major scores and maintained the scoring rate throughout the second half of the innings.
Limerick Blasters CC 2nd XI innings — 315/7 (40 overs)
The Blasters’ innings was set up by a productive opening partnership and then accelerated through the middle and final overs. Melvin Mathew provided early stability with 27, sharing a first-wicket stand of 106. The innings then gathered pace through Sreejith Kollarath Manikoth, who struck 85 from 72 balls, including ten fours and three sixes, giving the innings sustained momentum through the middle overs.
The defining innings came from Feby K Keepanasseril Roby, who remained unbeaten on 119 from 71 balls with 14 fours and six sixes, controlling the final 20 overs and ensuring the total moved beyond 300. Support came from Paulson George (14) and late contributions from Ajith A (15) and Fivin Thomas (12), helping the Blasters finish strongly at 315/7.
Harlequins’ bowling returns were limited in terms of wickets, with Merril Kahapola taking two and D Divakaran, Venkatesh Kumar, Sachin Yewale, and A Gumber each taking one. Despite those breakthroughs, the Blasters’ boundary output and partnerships across the innings set an imposing target.
Key Blasters batting contributions:
- Feby K Keepanasseril Roby 119* (71)
- Sreejith Kollarath Manikoth 85 (72)
- Melvin Mathew 27 (38)
Cork Harlequins CC 3rd XI innings — 193 all out (37.1 overs)
Chasing 316, Harlequins lost an early wicket and then were unable to build the partnerships required to match the target. Sachin Yewale made 24, and Z Baramatiwala contributed 23, but Harlequins slipped to 72/5 early in the chase. D Divakaran (20) and Venkatesh Kumar (27) provided some resistance through the middle overs, and Jayanth Komala scored 25 later in the innings, but wickets continued to fall and the chase ended at 193 all out in the 38th over.
The Blasters’ bowling was led by Fivin Thomas, who took 4 wickets, removing key batters in the middle and later overs. Ajith A provided control and breakthroughs with 2/19 from 8 overs, and wickets were shared further by Rahul R Nair and Feby K Keepanasseril Roby. The collective attack ensured Harlequins were kept behind the required rate throughout*
Key Harlequins batting contributions*
- Venkatesh Kumar 27 (31)
- Sachin Yewale 24 (20)
- Z Baramatiwala 23 (29)
- Jayanth Komala 25 (27)
Key Blasters bowling figures:
- Fivin Thomas 8–0–53–4
- Ajith A 8–2–19–2
- Rahul R Nair 5–0–32–1
- Feby K Keepanasseril Roby 5–0–16–1
Match assessment
The match was decided by the scale of the Blasters’ first-innings batting, with Sreejith Kollarath Manikoth and Feby K Keepanasseril Roby producing innings of high quality and tempo to push the total to 315/7. Harlequins’ reply never recovered from early wickets, and the Blasters’ bowlers maintained control through regular breakthroughs to complete a 122-run win*
Hero of the match: Feby K Keepanasseril Roby
Feby K Keepanasseril Roby was the standout performer, scoring 119 not out to define the first innings and then contributing with the ball in the chase, making the decisive impact in the Blasters’ 122-run victory.
Limerick Blasters CC 4th XI 204 all out (38.4 overs)
Nenagh CC 3rd XI 205/6 (37.2 overs)
Result: Nenagh CC 3rd XI won by 4 wickets
Nenagh CC 3rd XI completed a four-wicket win over Limerick Blasters CC 4th XI at Knockshigowna Cricket Grounds, Nenagh on 23 August 2026 in this MCU Division 4 (40 overs) fixture. After winning the toss and electing to bowl, Nenagh kept the Blasters to 204 before chasing the target with four wickets in hand and 16 balls remaining.
Limerick Blasters CC 4th XI innings — 204 all out (38.4 overs)
The Blasters’ innings was defined by two significant contributions at the top. Vishnu Chirayil Babu made an impactful 59 from 47 balls, striking ten fours and a six to drive the scoring through the powerplay and into the early middle overs. Alongside him, Saji PULIMALAYIL played a longer innings of 33 from 69 balls, helping set the base as the total moved beyond 120 with only one wicket down.
Nenagh turned the innings decisively through Jojin Mathew, whose spell of 5/25 included key wickets across the middle order, preventing the Blasters from building into a late-innings acceleration. mobin babu supported with 3/20, removing lower-order batters late, and Nenagh’s attack ensured the Blasters were dismissed for 204 with more than an over remaining in the 40-over allocation.
Key Blasters batting contributions:
- Vishnu Chirayil Babu 59 (47)
- Saji PULIMALAYIL 33 (69)
- Prestige Jaison 17 (26)
Key Nenagh bowling figures:
- Jojin Mathew 8–2–25–5
- mobin babu 3.4–0–20–3
- Amit Gupta 8–0–22–1
- Brian Pereppadan Saiju 6–0–35–1
Nenagh CC 3rd XI chase — 205/6 (37.2 overs)
Nenagh’s chase was constructed around a decisive innings from Raja Umer, who scored 60 from 50 balls, including eight fours and a six. Early wickets meant Nenagh needed consolidation, and Aditya Pawar provided that stability with 23 from 70 balls, batting through the first half of the chase and allowing the middle order to build around him.
After Raja Umer was dismissed with the target in sight, Nenagh finished the chase calmly through Amit Gupta, who made 27 not out from 21 balls, and captain Jojin Mathew, unbeaten on 13. Their partnership ensured there was no late complication as Nenagh passed 205 in the 38th over.
For the Blasters, Joseph Niclavose produced the most effective bowling return with 3/17, removing key batters including Raja Umer and Ebin Baby. Sebin Scaria and Shiju Chacko each took one wicket but Nenagh’s partnerships carried them through to the target.
Key Nenagh batting contributions:
- Raja Umer 60 (50)
- Amit Gupta 27* (21)
- Aditya Pawar 23 (70)
- Mukul Chavan 16 (28)
Key Blasters bowling figures:
- Joseph Niclavose 4–0–17–3
- Sebin Scaria 8–0–42–1
- Shiju Chacko 8–0–36–1
- Prestige Jaison 5–0–41–*
Match assessment
The match turned on two key performances: Jojin Mathew’s five-wicket spell that limited the Blasters’ total, and Raja Umer’s 60 in the chase that ensured Nenagh stayed on track despite wickets at the other end. Nenagh’s finishing effort, led by Amit Gupta, completed the chase with wickets in hand to secure a four-wicket victory.
Hero of the match: Jojin Mathew
Jojin Mathew was the standout performer, taking 5/25 to shape the first innings and making a finishing contribution with 13 not out in the successful chase.
County Galway CC 1st XI 155 all out (45.3 overs)
Limerick CC 1st XI 158/5 (29 overs)
Result: Limerick CC 1st XI won by 5 wickets
Limerick CC 1st XI completed a five-wicket win over County Galway CC 1st XI at The Manor Fields, Adare on 23 August 2026 in the MCU Premier (50 overs) competition. Galway won the toss and chose to bat, but Limerick’s disciplined bowling restricted them to 155 before a controlled chase, led by Anvesh Bogavelly, secured the points with more than 20 overs remaining.
County Galway CC 1st XI innings — 155 all out (45.3 overs)
Galway’s innings was built around two main contributions. Opener S Nasim top-scored with 40 from 72 balls, while Taimoor Hassan added 32 from 70, and the pair provided the only substantial partnership as Galway moved from an early 23/3 to 82/3 by the 26th over. Beyond that stand, Galway struggled to convert starts into decisive scores, with wickets falling regularly through the middle and late overs.
Limerick’s bowling was led by Anvesh Bogavelly, who returned 3/16 from 10 overs with three maidens, removing key batters and maintaining pressure through the middle overs. Prasad Hegde provided important early breakthroughs with 3/17, and Sarfraz Ramay added 2/39 to close out the innings. Karthik Maniaraas and Shreehari Madyalkar also took a wicket each as Limerick kept Galway’s scoring under control and bowled them out with several overs unused.
Key Galway batting contributions:
- S Nasim 40 (72)
- Taimoor Hassan 32 (70)
- K Mehmood 26 (16)
- J Juneja 16* (25)
Key Limerick bowling figures:
- Anvesh Bogavelly 10–3–16–3
- Prasad Hegde 8–1–17–3
- Sarfraz Ramay 9.3–1–39–2
- Karthik Maniaraas 5–0–18–1
Limerick CC 1st XI chase — 158/5 (29 overs)
Limerick’s chase began with early wickets that briefly kept the match open, including the loss of Shreehari Madyalkar for 0 at 36/3. However, captain Anvesh Bogavelly delivered the decisive innings, finishing 66 not out from 65 balls, striking ten fours and a six. His innings ensured the required rate remained manageable and steadily reduced the target through the middle overs.
Support came late from Prasad Hegde, who produced an effective finishing innings of 38 not out from 18 balls, including five fours and two sixes, completing the chase quickly from 105/5. Earlier contributions from Nishant Kumar (16) and Karthik Maniaraas (11) helped establish the chase before the middle-order partnership settled the match.
For Galway, Danish Ali took 2/38 and removed both Karthik Maniaraas and Shreehari Madyalkar, while S Singh claimed 2/16 to briefly apply pressure. B Faanakazi dismissed Nishant Kumar, but Galway were unable to prevent the decisive stand between Bogavelly and Hegde*
Key Limerick batting contributions:
- Anvesh Bogavelly 66* (65)
- Prasad Hegde 38* (18)
- Nishant Kumar 16 (20)
Match assessment
The match was shaped by Limerick’s bowling control, particularly the combined impact of Anvesh Bogavelly and Prasad Hegde, which kept Galway to a modest total. Although Galway had a stabilising partnership through S Nasim and Taimoor Hassan, they were unable to develop further partnerships. Limerick’s chase was then managed efficiently through Bogavelly’s unbeaten 66 and the finishing acceleration from Hegde, ensuring the target was reached inside 29 overs.
Hero of the match: Anvesh Bogavelly
Anvesh Bogavelly was the standout performer, taking 3/16 to lead the restriction of Galway’s innings and then anchoring the chase with 66 not out, providing decisive influence in both innings.
County Kerry CC 1st XI 252/6 (50 overs)
Midleton CC 1st XI 241/9 (50 overs)
Result: County Kerry CC 1st XI won by 11 runs
County Kerry CC 1st XI held their nerve to secure an 11-run win over Midleton CC 1st XI at Townparks, Midleton on 23 August 2026 in the MCU Premier (50 overs) competition. Kerry, batting first after winning the toss, posted 252/6 and then defended the total successfully as Midleton finished 241/9 from their 50 overs.
County Kerry CC 1st XI innings — 252/6 (50 overs)
Kerry’s innings was led by two substantial contributions at the top and through the middle order. Tyson Warnke provided early momentum with 72, setting a strong base in the first half of the innings. Alvin Rahman Fahad added a useful 34, while Kerry lost US Sherzad for 0, briefly slowing the scoring.
The key innings came from captain Qassim Mohammed, who carried the middle and late overs with an unbeaten 93, ensuring Kerry maintained stability and finished the innings strongly. Support came from Luqman kabir (16) and Braden Stuart Warnke (9), with Darragh Lynch 1 not out at the close.
Midleton’s wicket-taking was shared. M Ali returned 2/33 and removed Tyson Warnke and US Sherzad, while Jose George also took 2/42 and provided important breakthroughs in the middle overs. H Safi claimed two wickets as Kerry closed on 252/6.
Key Kerry batting contributions:
- Qassim Mohammed 93*
- Tyson Warnke 72
- Alvin Rahman Fahad 34
Key Midleton bowling figures:
- M Ali 8–2–33–2
- Jose George 10–2–42–2
- H Safi 6–1–36–2
Midleton CC 1st XI innings — 241/9 (50 overs)
Midleton’s chase was anchored by Zuhair Shah, who top-scored with 65 and gave the pursuit early structure. A Siddique added 26, and Majid Khan contributed 27, but Midleton were unable to translate the platform into the required acceleration through the middle overs.
The key middle-order innings came from Adeel Rafi Ahmed, who scored 41 and kept Midleton in the contest as wickets fell around him. Further contributions from Naman Gandhi (21) and Javed Ahmed Azami (18) carried the chase into the final overs, but Kerry’s bowling unit maintained pressure and took wickets at important moments. Midleton ultimately closed on 241/9, falling 11 runs short.
Kerry’s bowlers shared the decisive wickets. Braden Stuart Warnke took 3, including late strikes that restricted Midleton’s finishing options. Luqman kabir also claimed 3, removing key batters including Zuhair Shah and Muhammad Shabir. Majid Yousaf took a wicket, and Shani Alam claimed two to help close out the defence.
Key Midleton batting contributions:
- Zuhair Shah 65
- Adeel Rafi Ahmed 41
- Majid Khan 27
- A Siddique 26
- Naman Gandhi 21
Key Kerry bowling figures:
- Braden Stuart Warnke 10–0–35–3
- Luqman kabir 10–0–55–3
- Shani Alam 7.3–0–28–2
- Majid Yousaf 7–0–38–1
Match assessment
Kerry’s innings was built around Tyson Warnke’s early scoring and Qassim Mohammed’s unbeaten 93, which ensured they set a defendable total. Midleton’s chase contained several solid contributions, but the regular loss of wickets and the control shown by Kerry’s bowling attack, led by Braden Stuart Warnke and Luqman kabir, meant the required run rate remained challenging in the final overs. Kerry’s ability to take wickets at key moments ultimately decided a close contest.
Hero of the match: Qassim Mohammed
Qassim Mohammed was the central figure, carrying Kerry’s innings with an unbeaten 93 and providing the foundation for a total that was defended successfully in an 11-run win.
Waterford Vikings 1st XI 268/6 (40 overs)
Limerick CC 3rd XI 256/9 (40 overs)
Result: Waterford Vikings 1st XI won by 12 runs
Waterford Vikings 1st XI held on for a 12-run win over Limerick CC 3rd XI at Gracedieu West, Waterford on 23 August 2026 in this MCU Division 2 (40 overs) fixture. After winning the toss and choosing to bat, the Vikings posted 268/6, and then defended the total despite a strong late push from Limerick that brought the match into the final overs.
Waterford Vikings 1st XI innings — 268/6 (40 overs)
After early wickets reduced the Vikings to 47/3 inside nine overs, the innings was rebuilt through a decisive fourth-wicket partnership between captain F Francis and Mathew Varughese. Francis led the recovery with an aggressive 84 from 59 balls, striking five fours and six sixes, while Varughese provided the longer anchor innings with 81 from 102 balls, including eight fours.
Their partnership carried the Vikings from a difficult position to 186/4 by the end of the 30th over, establishing a platform for a strong finish. In the closing overs, Vishnu Vineesh added important late scoring with 38 from 26 balls, helping push the total beyond 260. The innings ended with Anoop A unbeaten on 4 as the Vikings closed at 268/6.
For Limerick, Abubakar Aziz Ullah was the leading wicket-taker with 3 wickets, while Arham Ullah and Darshan Gopal took one each. Limerick’s bowlers made early inroads, but the sustained partnership between Francis and Varughese shifted the match firmly in Waterford’s favour.
Key Vikings batting contributions:
- F Francis 84 (59)
- Mathew Varughese 81 (102)
- Vishnu Vineesh 38 (26)
Limerick CC 3rd XI innings — 256/9 (40 overs)
Limerick’s chase began at a strong tempo but included wickets at regular intervals, leaving them needing partnerships through the middle overs. Yash Srivastava played the key innings, scoring 53 from 75 balls with seven fours and two sixes, and batting into the final phase of the chase. Support came from Darshan Gopal (23) and Deepak Nagaraju (23), while M Riyan Shah added 19.
The decisive late surge came through Sathya Prabu Sivakumar, who struck 53 from 35 balls, including eight fours, keeping the chase alive in the closing overs. However, his dismissal at 238/9 with 1.4 overs remaining effectively ended Limerick’s main chance of completing the chase. Limerick finished on 256/9, 12 runs short.
Waterford’s wickets were shared across the attack. Vishnu Vineesh took 3/61, removing key batters including Shravan Chandrashekharaiah, Yash Srivastava, and Ramji Lakshmanan. Vipin Abraham took 2 wickets, and Mathew Varughese contributed an economical spell and a wicket, helping control the middle overs. Sunil Manikkoth and Anoop A took one wicket each.
Key Limerick batting contributions:
- Yash Srivastava 53 (75)
- Sathya Prabu Sivakumar 53 (35)
- Darshan Gopal 23 (27)
- Deepak Nagaraju 23 (16)
Key Vikings bowling figures:
- Vishnu Vineesh 8–0–61–3
- Vipin Abraham 4–0–28–2
- Mathew Varughese 7–0–17–1
- Sunil Manikkoth 7–1–32–1
- Anoop A 5–0–46–1
Match assessment
The match turned on the scale of the partnership between F Francis and Mathew Varughese, which transformed the Vikings’ innings after early wickets and ensured a total that gave their bowlers room to work. Limerick remained in contention due to contributions from Yash Srivastava and a late counterattack from Sathya Prabu Sivakumar, but Waterford’s ability to take wickets through the middle and at the death secured a 12-run win.
Hero of the match: F Francis
F Francis was the standout performer, scoring 84 to drive the Vikings’ recovery and provide the foundation for 268/6, the total that ultimately proved enough for a 12-run victory.
Clare CC 1st XI 140 all out (32.1 overs)
Cork County CC 1st XI 146/5 (31.1 overs)
Result: Cork County CC 1st XI won by 5 wickets
Cork County CC 1st XI completed a five-wicket win over Clare CC 1st XI at Ballycasey Clare Oval, Shannon on 23 August 2026 in the MCU Premier (50 overs) competition. Clare won the toss and elected to bat, but were dismissed for 140, and Cork County managed the chase despite early wickets to secure the result with 19 overs to spare.
Clare CC 1st XI innings — 140 all out (32.1 overs)
Clare’s innings was shaped by a strong third-wicket partnership and an aggressive top score from Ziauddin Khan. After losing Karthik Gajendra (3) and Z Udin (0) early, Clare rebuilt through Ziauddin Khan, who made 62 from 77 balls with nine fours and two sixes. Vignesh supported with 17, but once the third wicket fell at 82, Clare lost wickets regularly through the middle and lower order and were unable to bat deep into the innings.
Cork County’s bowling was effective and well shared. Mark Donnelly returned 2/20 and consistently hit a good length, while Kevin O’Sullivan also claimed 2/24. Eshan O’Sullivan took two early wickets, and Ayush Dubey, Prashant Singh, and Samuel Jacob Fenn each added a wicket to complete the innings inside 33 overs.
Key Clare batting contributions:
- Ziauddin Khan 62 (77)
- Vignesh 17 (26)
- Harbinder Singh 10 (18)
- Mushtaq Safi 9* (27*
Key Cork County bowling figures:
- Mark Donnelly 7–1–20–2
- Kevin O’Sullivan 8–2–24–2
- Eshan O’Sullivan 5–0–33–2
- Ayush Dubey 5–0–20–1
Cork County CC 1st XI chase — 146/5 (31.1 overs)
Cork County’s chase started with early pressure as they slipped to 55/5, leaving the match briefly in the balance. Clare’s main influence came through Mushtaq Safi, who took 4/38 and removed several of Cork County’s top-order batters, while Harbinder Singh added a wicket in the powerplay.
From that point, Cork County recovered through a composed sixth-wicket partnership. Sunil Gautam anchored the innings with 64 not out from 84 balls, striking eight boundaries and managing the chase effectively once wickets had fallen. He was supported by Prashant Singh, who finished 30 not out from 62 balls, ensuring Cork County passed the target without further loss and completed the chase in 31.1 overs.
Key Cork County batting contributions:
- Sunil Gautam 64* (84)
- Prashant Singh 30* (62)
Key Clare bowling figures:
- Mushtaq Safi 8–0–38–4
- Harbinder Singh 8–1–37–1
Match assessment
The match was decided by Cork County’s bowling performance that restricted Clare to 140, with Mark Donnelly and Kevin O’Sullivan leading the wicket-taking support around early breakthroughs from Eshan O’Sullivan. Clare responded well with the ball and had Cork County under pressure at 55/5, but Sunil Gautam’s composure and shot selection, alongside Prashant Singh, ensured the chase was completed without further wickets.
Hero of the match: Sunil Gautam
Sunil Gautam’s unbeaten 64 was the decisive contribution, guiding Cork County through early losses and completing the chase in a controlled manner to secure a five-wicket win.
