AZAAD 11 - Minnesota Tennis Ball Cricket

Huge congratulations to Azaad 11 on a dominant 107-run victory in Match 1! A clinical team performance to start the league.Special shoutout to Suraj for an incredible all-round masterclass—89 (51) and 3-10 is an absolute world-class effort. Keep this momentum going, boys! 🏏🔥

Waking up and seeing this first thing in the morning.Instant mood upgrade—no coffee required.😁😁😁

**A Dominant Display in the MTBC Mens LeagueThe 2026 MTBC Mens League - Silver**

witnessed a commanding performance on May 3rd, 2026, as Azaad 11 secured a comprehensive 107-run victory over KALINGAS. In a match that saw Azaad 11 lay down an imposing total, their all-round prowess shone brightly, particularly through the heroics of Surajkumar Jaiswal. Azaad 11's captain won the toss and elected to bat first, a decision that proved instrumental in setting the tone for the encounter.

**Azaad 11's Batting Blitz: Jaiswal Leads the Charge**

Having chosen to bat, Azaad 11 got off to a shaky start, losing Ajay Ramesh M for a duck in the 3rd over. However, this early setback only paved the way for a magnificent recovery orchestrated by Surajkumar Jaiswal and Chaitanya Pichapati. The duo steadied the innings, gradually accelerating before unleashing a flurry of boundaries. The 6th over, bowled by Santhosh P, proved particularly costly, yielding 26 runs and featuring a stunning boundary streak from Jaiswal (6, 4, 4, 4).Jaiswal, in particular, was in a league of his own, reaching his half-century with a boundary in the 12th over. He combined with Pichapati for a vital 50-run partnership, with Pichapati contributing a solid 44 runs off 46 balls before being dismissed by Hitendra P in the 14th over. The innings truly caught fire in the middle and death overs, with Jaiswal continuing his onslaught, including a 21-run over in the 15th and a massive 28-run over in the 17th.Despite losing Jaiswal for a spectacular 89 off just 51 balls (9 fours, 5 sixes) in the 18th over, Azaad 11 maintained their momentum. Premanand G played a crucial cameo, smashing 30 runs off just 13 balls at a staggering strike rate of 230.77. KALINGAS' bowlers, led by Hitendra Panda (2/27) and Dipak P (who picked up Jaiswal and triggered a quick run-out), tried to stem the flow, but Azaad 11 ultimately posted a formidable total of 190/5 in their allotted 20 overs, setting a challenging target for KALINGAS.

**Stars of the Show**

The undisputed star of the match was Surajkumar Jaiswal of Azaad 11. His breathtaking 89 runs off 51 balls, adorned with 9 fours and 5 sixes, laid the foundation for his team's massive total. Not content with batting heroics, Jaiswal then turned in an equally impressive bowling spell, snatching 3 crucial wickets for just 10 runs from his 3 overs, effectively sealing KALINGAS' fate. Chaitanya Pichapati provided valuable support with his composed 44 runs, building the crucial partnership with Jaiswal. Premanand G's quickfire 30 off 13 balls added the final flourish to Azaad 11's innings.With the ball, Divyanshu Tiwari (2/6), Abhinav S (2 wickets), and Pranav K (2 wickets) were instrumental in tearing through the KALINGAS batting order.

Vs Hit & Run

Third win of the season! Keep playing. Keep performing. Keep beating! 💪
Suraj’s awesome batting played a key role in securing the win – well done!
Outstanding catches, powerful batting, sharp bowling, and solid fielding from the whole team. Let’s keep this winning streak alive!

Vs Soliders United

2nd win of the season and still unbeaten against Soldier United for the second consecutive year! 🔥
A stellar, match-winning performance by Prem — he continues to dominate, especially against Soldier United!

Vs United Blues

First victory on the board! Stellar performance all around – the season’s off to a flying start!

2025 Season Begins

Wishing the entire team the very best for an outstanding MTBC 2025 season – let’s make it unforgettable!

Season 2025 is loading🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏

The impressive showcase of skill and determination by every bowler led us to triumph, and Sathish, Prem, and Divyanshu's brief but impactful performances were the icing on the cake, resulting in our second win of the season. This victory serves as a reminder of the team's potential and ability to excel in the sport of cricket.

Awesome Performance from Prem and Chandra while chasing. Brilliant bowling performance shown by all bowlers by restricting opponent with low total