KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK EDGE PAST STANDARD CHARTERED IN THRILLING 3-WICKET WIN Bank Shield Cricket Tournament 2026 – Close finishes and standout performances light up Oval Maidan Kotak Hold Nerve to Seal Narrow Victory

 

KOTAK MAHINDRA BANK EDGE PAST STANDARD CHARTERED IN THRILLING 3-WICKET WIN
Bank Shield Cricket Tournament 2026 – Close finishes and standout performances light up Oval Maidan

Kotak Hold Nerve to Seal Narrow Victory

Mumbai : In a gripping Plate Group encounter, Kotak Mahindra Bank displayed composure under pressure to clinch a hard-fought 3-wicket victory over Standard Chartered Bank in the 64th Sir Benegal Rama Rau Bank Shield Cricket Tournament 2026, organised by the RBI Sports Club under the auspices of MCA at the Oval Maidan, as a collective batting effort ensured a successful chase in a closely contested match.

 

First Innings Fight: Standard Chartered Post Competitive 140/8
Asked to bat first, Standard Chartered Bank managed 140 for 8 in 20 overs, with Kastubh Bothare (38) and Saurabh Randive (35) leading the scoring, while Mahesh Shelke (21)* provided a late boost, as Aman Gujar (3 for 24) and Vikas Chaubey (2 for 19) delivered disciplined spells to keep the total within reach.

 

Chase Under Pressure: Kotak Batters Deliver When It Matters

In reply, Kotak Mahindra Bank reached 141 for 7 in 17.1 overs, with Anant Kambali (32) and Kunal Rele (28) laying the foundation, while Ahemad Kapadia (23)* held his nerve to guide the team home, despite a strong bowling effort from Mahesh Shelke (3 for 30) for Standard Chartered.

 

Match Summary: Kotak Clinch Tight Contest

Brief Scores: Standard Chartered Bank – 140/8 (20 overs) (Kastubh Bothare 38, Saurabh Randive 35, Mahesh Shelke 21; Aman Gujar 3/24, Vikas Chaubey 2/19*) lost to Kotak Mahindra Bank – 141/7 (17.1 overs) (Anant Kambali 32, Kunal Rele 28, Ahemad Kapadia 23; Mahesh Shelke 3/30*). Result: Kotak Mahindra Bank won by 3 wickets.

 

Dominant Display: CitiBank Cruise to 47-Run Victory

In another match, CitiBank produced a commanding performance to defeat Saraswat Bank by 47 runs, riding on a powerful batting display from Puneet Gampani (76) and Mangesh Palav (65), who powered their side to a strong 182 for 4 in 20 overs, while Darshan Patil (3 for 34) impressed with the ball.

 

Saraswat Struggle: Chase Falls Short Despite Bhaite’s Effort

Chasing a stiff target, Saraswat Bank could only manage 135 for 8 in 20 overs, with Sameer Bhaite (55) and Onkar Pednekar (26) showing resistance, while Vinayak Pillai (3 for 27) bowled well, but CitiBank’s overall dominance ensured a comfortable victory.