Inaugural T20 Mumbai Women's League Kicks Off with Thrilling Matches

The T20 Mumbai Women's League has officially begun at Wankhede Stadium, marking a historic moment for women's cricket in the city. The opening match saw SOBO Mumbai Falcons triumph over Thane Sky Risers, led by an impressive performance from Sayali Satghare. As the tournament unfolds, cricket enthusiasts can look forward to 30 exciting matches, culminating in the final on June 13. Stay tuned for more thrilling cricket action!

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 2, 2026, 20:15 IST

Exciting Start to the Women's League

On Tuesday, a significant milestone in Mumbai's cricket history was marked as the first-ever T20 Mumbai Women's League commenced at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. Leading the charge for SOBO Mumbai Falcons, Indian cricketer Sayali Satghare showcased her skills with a remarkable three-wicket haul, guiding her team to a solid 16-run victory against Thane Sky Risers in the tournament's opening match.

Thane's Chase Falls Short

In pursuit of a daunting target of 174 runs, Thane Sky Risers' opener Mansi Patil played valiantly, scoring 46 runs. Despite losing partners frequently, she kept the chase alive. Mahek Pokar, who scored 23 before retiring hurt, and Saima Thakor with 29 runs, both made promising contributions but could not sustain their momentum. The Falcons' bowling attack, led effectively by Satghare, maintained relentless pressure. In the final overs, wicketkeeper Khushi Bhatia's spirited 28 runs off just 16 balls raised hopes for Thane, but her dismissal in the penultimate over significantly tilted the match in favor of the Falcons.

Falcons' Strong Recovery

Earlier in the match, Thane Sky Risers had a golden opportunity to capitalize on a strong start from their captain Saima Thakor, who made history by hitting a boundary off the very first ball of the tournament and took another wicket in the same over. However, nine dropped catches proved costly, allowing SOBO Mumbai Falcons to recover. A late surge from Hurley Gala, who remained unbeaten on 45, along with vital contributions from Riya Chaudhari (43), Simran Shaikh (30), and Sarika Koli (26), helped the Falcons set a competitive total of 173/6 in their 20 overs.

Men's Tournament Thrills

The men's tournament kicked off on Monday with an exhilarating match between Aakash Tigers Mumbai Western Suburb and Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals. The match concluded dramatically in a Super Over, with the Royals, led by Siddhesh Lad, emerging victorious after both teams ended their innings tied at 165 runs. In the Super Over, the Royals scored 16 runs while restricting the Tigers to 11 runs, securing a hard-fought win.

Tournament Overview

The T20 Mumbai Women's League will feature a total of 30 exciting matches, showcasing the best cricketing talent in the city at the Wankhede Stadium, culminating in the final scheduled for June 13.

Match Summary

SOBO Mumbai Falcons 173/6 (Hurley Gala 45 not out, Riya Chaudhari 43, Simran Shaikh 30; Soumya Singh 3/17) vs Thane Sky Risers 157/8 (Mansi Patil 46, Saima Thakor 29, Khushi Bhatia 28; Sayali Satghare 3/35).