MCA Team C Triumphs in First Captain Diana Trophy

MCA Team C has emerged victorious in the inaugural Captain Diana Trophy, a tournament designed to select players for Mumbai's U-23 Women's team. Named after former Indian captain Diana Edulji, the event showcased remarkable talent, with standout performances from players like Siya Modi and Hurley Gala. MCA President Ajinkya Naik emphasized the importance of this tournament in promoting women's cricket in Mumbai. Read on to learn more about the award winners and the future of women's cricket in the region.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 29, 2026, 23:34 IST

MCA Team C Claims Captain Diana Trophy

MCA Team C has been crowned the champions of the first-ever Captain Diana Trophy Women’s T20 Selection Tournament. This event was organized by Fort Youngsters under the auspices of the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA). The tournament, named in honor of former Indian captain Diana Edulji, aims to scout and select players for Mumbai's U-23 Women’s team ahead of the forthcoming BCCI T20 tournament.

Top Performers and Award Recipients

Among the notable performers, Siya Modi stood out by securing the Best Batter title with a total of 121 runs and also earned the Emerging Player award. Ashwini Nishad was recognized as the Best Bowler, taking four wickets, while Sharvi Save received the Best Fielder accolade for executing two run-outs. Hurley Gala was honored as the Player of the Tournament for her impressive contribution of 113 runs and one wicket.

Comments from MCA Officials

MCA President Ajinkya Naik expressed his thoughts on the tournament, stating, "The inaugural Captain Diana Trophy marks a significant advancement in promoting women’s cricket in Mumbai, offering emerging talents a competitive arena to demonstrate their skills. I extend my congratulations to Team C for their victory and to all award recipients for their outstanding performances. We eagerly anticipate these young cricketers advancing and representing Mumbai with pride."