Geneva International Cricket Club - GICC

GICC class of 2025, 2 squad blending experience and youth. Sporting the new blue and red kit. Shout out to Ajay Rao and House of Spice for contributing and sponsoring the kit.

Let’s go GICC

Match Report – Geneva International Cricket Club (GICC-2)
Geneva Eagles CC vs Geneva International CC-2
Result: GICC-2 won by 1 wicket

This match marked a historic moment for Geneva International Cricket Club, as the club fielded its second team – GICC-2 – for the very first time. The formation of this second team is a reflection of the incredible growth of the club and the depth of quality players being developed.

GICC-2 bowled first and delivered a highly disciplined performance, restricting Geneva Eagles to 121/8 in their 20 overs. Notably, the bowlers didn’t concede a single six – a testament to their tight lines and smart bowling. Abdul Waseh was the pick of the bowlers with figures of 2/12, while Shubham also chipped in with 2 wickets. Malakzada Sharif and Sattar Muhammad both bowled economically and picked up a wicket each, applying consistent pressure throughout the innings.

In reply, the chase began steadily but turned tense as wickets fell at regular intervals. Pema Rinchen played a vital stabilizing knock, scoring 18 off 33 balls, anchoring one end and providing much-needed calm during the early middle phase. The momentum of the innings was later shifted by a brilliant counter-attacking innings from Malakzada Sharif, who smashed 42 off just 16 balls, including five towering sixes, and was deservedly named Player of the Match.

Despite Sharif’s heroics, the game went down to the wire. At 119/9, it was left to Captain Shaleesh Baburaj and Vice-Captain Syed Shehzad Ahmad to hold their nerve and guide the team home. They did just that, securing the win in the 20th over and sealing a thrilling one-wicket victory.

This hard-fought win not only showcases the talent within GICC-2 but also highlights the bright future of the club as a whole. A debut to remember!

A Proud Moment for GICC!

For the very first time, our GICC 2nd team is stepping onto the field for their debut league match against GECC at Cossonay Cricket Ground!
Leading the team from the front is our very own speedster — Shaleesh Baburaja!

Wishing our boys all the best — may you shine and make us proud!
But remember, more than winning, it’s about playing with the right spirit and enjoying every moment on the field.

Let’s all cheer for GICC 2 and support them in this exciting new chapter!

Go GICC 2 — you’ve got this

GICC Not Just Expands Its Squad – We Start with a Bang!

The season is officially underway, and GICC is off to a flying start with back-to-back wins in our practice matches against 11 Stars and Cern Cricket Club!

In our first game, we witnessed a dream debut as one of our newest players smashed a brilliant century – a perfect way to kick off his journey with the club. We’re excited to see more performances like this as the season unfolds.

The second match was all about experimentation and giving everyone match practice. With strong numbers in the squad, we ensured everyone got a chance to showcase their skills. Newcomer Rehan impressed with the ball, picking up 3 wickets in just 3 overs while keeping things tight. Jugs also kept it tidy, conceding only 8 runs in his spell.

But the standout moment of the match – and the well-deserved Man of the Match – goes to our veteran Amar, who lit up the game with a blazing 70 off just 28 balls, including 8 towering sixes!

With the squad looking strong and energy high, we truly believe GICC has the potential to make a big name in Swiss cricket this season. Let’s keep the momentum going!

Gicc Cricket played Geneva Sri Lankans in the T20 cricketer pro cup.

In difficult batting conditions Sri Lankans won the toss and elected to bowl.

First time in the season gicc batted first. With uncertain rain, the team were instructed to aim for 200+ and start blasting from ball 1.

The batters didn't dissapoint taking 25 runs from the first over as gicc skipper Habib Choudhury set the tone with 29 from 8 balls before padding one onto his stumps. The runs kept flowing as the team showcased the batting depth. Aggressive hitting flowed through the innings, Amar Nanjundamurthy 27 from 19, Kuldeep Singh Rawat Kuldeep Singh Rawat Balaji Ramamoorthy Mayur Padhye Ajay Rao chipping in with quick fire runs. Viney Saini 59 from 25 doing some damage with 6 sixes. The tail did not wag as Neshan Khan flexed his muscles 30 from 16 and Ngawang Nyendak Shaleesh Baburaj taking boundaries. Gicc finished 245 from 20. A great total.

The second innings geneva Sri Lankans started strong, showcasing there own batting strength.a quick fire 50 was reached and a few catches early doors missed. Gicc grafted through the power play and Mayur and Neshan picked up a wicket a piece. Good work by Jalal showing spirit in the field. The game was unlocked with some mystery spin, viney taking a wicket and MVP Nyendak bowling brilliantly taking 5-24-4 to take gicc to the win. Sri Lankans finished on 161-8.

4 wins in a row. A new MVP every week. Great work team.

Sunday 19th May GiCC host Berne CC in our second T20 league match of the season. 3PM kick off. Come and watch the action.

GiCC kicked off the T20 league campaign with a bang vs Geneva 11* ON THE 12th May 2024.

Geneva 11* won the toss and elected to bat. They got off to a strong start in the power play. GiCC bowlers fought back and bowled them all out for 172.
Shaleesh Baburaj 1-16 from 4, Ngawang Nyendak 1-32 from 4, Mayur Padhye 2-34 from 4, Habib Choudhury 3-27 from 3, Viney Saini 2-6 from 2. Nissan also taking an important wicket.

GiCC started the chase positively,however both openers fell quite early. Balaji Ramamoorthy and Amar Nanjundamurthy steadied the ship, taking there time at the half way point, 70-2. The last 10 overs followed with a flourish of boundaries galore as Amar blasted 85, well supported by Balaji 32. Mayur and Kuldeep Singh Rawat finished the job in style in a professional run chase by the team.

Sunday 24th April 2022 GICC play in the Pickwick T20 away against GCC at Centre Sportif Boute Du Monde.

Quickly followed by back to back matches on Sunday 1st May 2022. GICC will host CERN and then Geneva SriLankans at Centre Sportif Boute Du Monde.

GICC 2022 Season gets underway soon. Kicking off in the Pickwick T20 tournament hosting 2021 Cricket Switzerland Premier League Champions Cossonay CC at Centre Sportif Bout Du Monde Sunday 10th April 2022. Bring it on!

All 2019 Fixtures updated on our club website

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