KSCA T20- 18th Match, 30 June 2026- Gulbarga Mystics Cruise Past Shivamogga Yodhas in Rain-Affected Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2026 Clash

Shivamogga Yodhas Post a Competitive 180/7

Batting first, Shivamogga Yodhas put up a challenging total of 180/7 in 20 overs after several batters made valuable contributions.

Opening batter Sujay Sateri anchored the innings with an unbeaten 47 off 30 balls, striking seven boundaries and a six. Tushar Singh added a quick-fire 35, while wicketkeeper Luvnith Sisodia entertained with a blistering 31 off just 18 deliveries. Yashovardhan Parantap chipped in with 25 to help the Yodhas finish strongly.

Shivamogga Yodhas Batting Scorecard
Batter Runs Balls
Sujay Sateri* 47 30
Tushar Singh 35 27
Luvnith Sisodia 31 18
Yashovardhan Parantap 25 19
Smaran Ravichandran 19 19
Total 180/7 (20 Overs)
Dhruv Prabhakar Impresses with the Ball

Gulbarga Mystics' bowlers managed to pull things back in the death overs despite the strong batting display.

Dhruv Prabhakar was the standout performer, claiming 2 wickets for just 16 runs in 3 overs. He received good support from Kranthi Kumar, Paras Gurbax Arya, Suhas Purushotham, and Macneil Noronha, who picked up one wicket each.

Best Bowling Figures
Dhruv Prabhakar: 2/16 (3 overs)
Kranthi Kumar: 1/32
Paras Gurbax Arya: 1/39
Suhas Purushotham: 1/37
Macneil Noronha: 1/17
Mystics Launch a Fearless Chase

With the target revised to 126 in 12 overs, Gulbarga Mystics attacked from the very first ball.

Former India captain Manish Pandey led from the front with a breathtaking 36 off just 13 balls*, smashing four sixes at a strike rate of 276.92.

Macneil Noronha played the perfect supporting role, scoring 34 from 20 deliveries, while Sharath BR blasted 16 off only eight balls. Dhruv Prabhakar remained unbeaten on 12 as the Mystics comfortably crossed the finish line.

Gulbarga Mystics Batting Scorecard
Batter Runs Balls
Manish Pandey* 36 13
Macneil Noronha 34 20
Sharath BR 16 8
Dhruv Prabhakar* 12 5
Aarav Mahesh 5 8
Total 126/7 (12 Overs)
Yodhas Bowlers Fight Back

Although defending a difficult revised target, Shivamogga Yodhas' bowlers kept fighting throughout the chase.

Yashovardhan Parantap and Ambareesh K claimed two wickets each, while Naveen MG and Dhanush Gowda picked up one wicket apiece.

Shivamogga Yodhas Bowling
Yashovardhan Parantap – 2/24
Ambareesh K – 2/33
Naveen MG – 1/22
Dhanush Gowda – 1/22
Match Summary

Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2026 – Match 18

Shivamogga Yodhas: 180/7 (20 overs)

Sujay Sateri* – 47 (30)
Tushar Singh – 35 (27)
Luvnith Sisodia – 31 (18)

Gulbarga Mystics: 126/7 (12 overs)

Manish Pandey* – 36 (13)
Macneil Noronha – 34 (20)
Sharath BR – 16 (8)

Result: Gulbarga Mystics won in a rain-shortened chase after reaching the revised target of 126 in 12 overs.

Player of the Match

Manish Pandey produced a captain's knock under pressure, smashing an unbeaten 36 off just 13 balls to guide Gulbarga Mystics to victory with aggressive stroke play and calm leadership.

Key Highlights
⭐ Sujay Sateri remained unbeaten on 47 for Shivamogga Yodhas.
💥 Manish Pandey blasted 36 off 13 balls* at a strike rate of 276.92.
🚀 Macneil Noronha contributed a rapid 34 off 20 balls.
🎯 Dhruv Prabhakar starred with the ball, taking 2/16.
🌧️ A rain interruption reduced the chase to 12 overs, with Gulbarga Mystics successfully chasing the revised target of 126.
🏏 Gulbarga Mystics continued their strong run in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2026 with an impressive all-round performance.
Conclusion

The 18th match of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 2026 showcased exciting cricket despite weather interruptions. Shivamogga Yodhas posted a formidable 180, but Gulbarga Mystics adapted brilliantly to the revised chase. Manish Pandey's explosive innings, supported by Macneil Noronha's aggressive batting and Dhruv Prabhakar's disciplined bowling, ensured the Mystics claimed a well-deserved victory in an entertaining contest.