There was great thrill and excitement on Sunday, 11th January 2026, at the GSBS Sports Club (King’s Circle) grounds, where the 14th edition of the V.R. Shenoy Memorial Inter-GSB Cricket Tournament was held. The event is supported by an endowment established by Shri Sunil Shenoy, USA, son of Late Shri V.R. Shenoy. The tournament also received sponsorship support from Saraswat Co-operative Bank.
The Chief Guest for the inauguration was Shri Sandeep Vichare, recently elected Apex Council Member of the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) and a Senior Manager with Mumbai Mahanagar Gas. A passionate cricket lover and enthusiastic supporter of the sport, he delivered a short and motivating address. He emphasised the importance of community tournaments that bring people together. He expressed happiness at seeing the young cricketers geared up and eager to showcase their talent, and remarked that such tournaments are vibrant celebrations of the community’s love for cricket.
Ten dynamic teams with impressive talent played thrilling matches filled with memorable moments. The games were played with high energy and intense competition. The fast-paced limited-overs matches, officiated by qualified umpires and supported by an official scorer, ensured exciting action and quick results. The tournament also showcased a unique blend of young talent displaying their skills at their best. Live commentary, along with fan-engagement activities and a large community turnout, kept everyone entertained.
The final, played between Andheri XI and Dahisar XI, was a seesaw battle of skill and stamina, with Andheri XI emerging victorious by 8 wickets. Rohan Nayak from GSB Andheri won the Best Batsman and Best Fielder awards, while Chirag Nayak, also from GSB Andheri, was named Best Bowler as well as Player of the Tournament.
The evening prize distribution function was graced by Shri Satish Rama Nayak, Shri Prashant Puranik, and Shri Ashok Hegdekar. Trophies, medals, and cash prizes were awarded across various categories.
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