UPDATE: The Western Suburbs Churches and Community Cricket Association T20 competition just delivered electrifying drama on October 17, 2023, with a stunning super over finish and a jaw-dropping performance by Jagmeet Brar, who scored 142 runs off just 41 balls. As the tournament enters its second round, excitement is soaring across all divisions.
The competition, which boasts 24 teams this season, is rapidly gaining acclaim for its high-quality play. League registrar Dean Bryden shared his enthusiasm: “The standard of the competition is up there with the best in the state.” Bryden highlighted that the league allows four guest players in the top division, contributing to its impressive growth.
In a nail-biting encounter, Altona Sports triumphed over Tarneit Central in a super over showdown. Tarneit, the reigning champions for the past two years, set a target of 163 runs but fell short as Altona matched their score, forcing the super over. Amrit Nagra was Tarneit’s top scorer with 43 runs, while Prashant Krishna excelled with four wickets for Altona.
Bryden, who also captains Altona, recounted the tense moments: “We knew we had Scott for the super over, so it was just push it out to the last ball and push it to a super over.” In the super over, Altona scored 2 runs for 1 wicket before Scott Edwards sealed the victory with 20 not out.
Elsewhere, Glen Orden continued their winning streak, dominating Truganina United with a remarkable score of 3-262. Vice-captain Brar’s explosive innings included a record-setting 16 sixes and 9 fours. Truganina managed just 104 runs in response, with Ravikumar Tailor taking 5 wickets for only 10 runs.
In another thrilling match, Williams Landing defeated Manor Lakes, scoring 3-215 thanks to a magnificent knock of 122 runs off 51 balls by Harneet Singh. Manor Lakes struggled to keep pace, finishing at 154 runs.
The T20 competition is rapidly becoming a focal point for local cricket enthusiasts, reflecting not just skill but community spirit. With matches heating up and player performances reaching new heights, all eyes are on the upcoming fixtures as teams vie for the championship.
As the league progresses, fans and players alike are eager to see how the competition unfolds. Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling season of T20 cricket!
