Thrilling Day 2 of OCA League: Key Highlights and Standout Performers

The second day of the OCA League in Bhubaneswar was filled with thrilling matches and standout performances. Sahid Sporting Club secured a 97-run victory over Union Sporting Club, while Jagatpur Athletic Association chased down a challenging target against LIC Sports Club. Key players like Om T Munde and Jogeswar Bag shone brightly, showcasing their skills. The day's events highlighted the competitive spirit and emerging talent in the tournament, making it a must-read for cricket enthusiasts.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 17, 2026, 23:21 IST

Exciting Matches Unfold in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: The second day of the OCA League brought forth a series of thrilling matches, showcasing impressive performances and fierce competition across various venues in Odisha. Sahid Sporting Club achieved a remarkable 97-run win against Union Sporting Club at Ravenshaw-I Ground. They set a formidable target of 270 runs in their 50 overs, with notable contributions from Apoorv V Wankhande, who scored 76 runs, and Om T Munde, who added 72 runs.

In response, Union Sporting Club was dismissed for 173 runs in just 31 overs, despite a valiant effort from Akshat Pandey, who scored 80 runs. Om T Munde's exceptional all-round performance earned him the Player of the Match title.

At Driems Ground, Jagatpur Athletic Association successfully chased a daunting target of 290 runs against LIC Sports Club in a nail-biting finish. Jogeswar Bag played a crucial role with an unbeaten 59 runs, supported by Shaikh Ajharuddin with 55 runs and Aditya Chaudhary contributing 52 runs, leading to a three-wicket victory. Bag was also awarded Player of the Match for his all-round efforts.

Biswa Bharati Cricket Club triumphed over Amateur Club by six wickets, comfortably chasing down a target of 140 runs after restricting their opponents to 139 runs, with Deepanshu Singh shining with the ball. In another match, Sunshine Club showcased their dominance against Rovers Athletic Club, scoring 322 runs for the loss of 6 wickets and winning by 69 runs, thanks to a stellar 127-run innings from Debabrata Pradhan. The day's matches highlighted impressive batting, disciplined bowling, and the emergence of new talent in the tournament.