Plays / Stats of the Day


The Rohin Effect!
After a break of 3-4 weeks Rohin was back and the impact was pretty visible on the field. Standing at Mid-wicket he was instrumental in cutting-off the quick singles that helped Team B put pressure on Team A. 

The Dharmendra "a.k.a" McGrath Effect!
We all have spoken about his control - but coming back on the field after 3-4 weeks people would have expected a bit of rustiness. However 3 wickets - two of them were Venki & Siddharth (both bowled) confirms how well he bowled.

The Opener - Pratik!
For the record books of Irvine Cricket Club - Pratik got the dual record when he opened the innings for Team A while batting & bowling. Pretty near to getting the "Sir" title.

Kudos to Irvine Cricket Club!
Imagine - 12 balls & 12 runs to get. Pankaj & Dharmendra going strong in the chase. Batting Team decides that all the team members need a chance to bat - out goes Pankaj and in comes Chandru.  It’s hard to believe but it did happen. All of us will agree that each week everybody gets a chance to perform and that's how we unearth new talent. 3 Cheers to our Irvine Cricket Club !!! 

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