ARCS Andheri Dominates Eagle Thane Strikers in T20 Mumbai League

In an exciting match at Wankhede Stadium, ARCS Andheri showcased their dominance by defeating Eagle Thane Strikers by nine wickets in the Nuvama Private T20 Mumbai League 2026. Shivam Dube's exceptional bowling and Divyaansh Sksena's explosive 88 runs off 39 balls were pivotal in this victory. The Strikers struggled with the bat, managing only 129 runs, while the Blasters also secured their first win of the season against Triumph Knights. The upcoming match features North Mumbai Panthers aiming for a third consecutive win. Read on for detailed match insights and scores.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 5, 2026, 19:38 IST

Dube and Sksena Propel ARCS Andheri to Victory

In a thrilling match at Wankhede Stadium, star all-rounder Shivam Dube led ARCS Andheri to a resounding nine-wicket victory over Eagle Thane Strikers in the Nuvama Private T20 Mumbai League 2026. Dube's exceptional bowling performance set the stage for opener Divyaansh Sksena, who dazzled with an unbeaten 88 runs off just 39 balls, helping his team ascend to the top of the league standings.

Strikers Struggle with Batting

Winning the toss and opting to bat first, the Eagle Thane Strikers faced a challenging outing, managing only 129 runs before being bowled out. Sairaj Patil (34) and wicketkeeper Eknath Kerkar (27) were the only notable contributors, as the rest of the batting lineup faltered against a disciplined bowling attack from ARCS Andheri. Off-spinner Prasoon Singh was the standout bowler, claiming three wickets, while Ajay Mishra (2/13) and captain Dube (2/19) provided crucial support. After a shaky start at 34/2, Sairaj and Eknath formed a brief partnership of 41 runs, but their dismissals led to a rapid collapse, with the bowlers conceding just 26 runs in the final four overs while taking five wickets.

Sksena's Explosive Performance Seals the Win

ARCS Andheri's chase was dominated by Divyaansh Sksena, who scored a blistering 88 not out, featuring 12 fours and four sixes. He reached his half-century in a mere 17 balls, marking the joint-fastest fifty of the tournament. His aggressive batting ensured that the chase remained on track, with Ayush Jethwa (25) providing solid support. The duo kept the Strikers' bowlers under pressure, and once Ayush was dismissed, Divyaansh finished the match with style, securing victory with 50 balls to spare.

Bandra Blasters Claim Their First Win

In another match on Thursday, Bandra Blasters achieved their first win of the season by defeating Suryakumar Yadav's Triumph Knights Mumbai North East by four wickets. The Knights, after a shaky middle order, managed to score 178/8, thanks to Nutan Goel's 40 runs and late contributions from Parikshit Valsangkar (36 not out) and Jayesh Pokhare (31 not out).

Captain Suved Parkar continued his impressive form, scoring another half-century, while Jay Jain's unbeaten 49 helped guide the Blasters to victory with three balls remaining.

Upcoming Match

Tonight, Ajinkya Rahane's North Mumbai Panthers will aim for their third consecutive win against Sarfaraz Khan's Aakash Tigers Mumbai Western Suburb at the same venue.

Match Summary

Match Summary: Eagle Thane Strikers 129 all out in 20 overs (Sairaj Patil 34, Eknath Kerkar 27; Prasoon Singh 3/22, Ajay Mishra 2/13, Shivam Dube 2/19) lost to ARCS Andheri 130/1 in 11.4 overs (Divyaansh Sksena 88 not out, Ayush Jethwa 25) by 9 wickets.