St. Froebel Triumphs in 2026 Delhi Capitals School Cup Final
St. Froebel Secures Victory Over Modern School
In a thrilling finale held at The Games Forest ground in Gurugram, St. Froebel Paschim Vihar ended the impressive unbeaten streak of Modern School, Barakhamba Road, clinching the 2026 Delhi Capitals School Cup title with an eight-wicket victory. Modern School had dominated the tournament, winning every match in both the inaugural and current seasons, but faced their first defeat in the championship match. A standout bowling performance from Karn Sharma, coupled with an explosive batting display by opener Laksh Narang, led St. Froebel to chase down a modest target of 56 runs in just 3.2 overs.
Modern School struggled after being put to bat first, managing only 55 runs in 15.3 overs against a disciplined St. Froebel bowling attack. Karn Sharma was exceptional, taking 4 wickets for 17 runs, while Parth Bhatia supported well with 2 wickets for just 6 runs. The St. Froebel bowlers maintained tight control, preventing any significant partnerships from the opposition. Remarkably, only one batter from Modern School reached double figures, highlighting the effectiveness of St. Froebel's bowling unit.
In response, St. Froebel made quick work of the chase, with Laksh Narang scoring a remarkable 48 runs off just 14 balls, featuring five fours and four sixes. His aggressive innings ensured a swift conclusion to the match, as St. Froebel reached 58 for 2 in just 3.2 overs, decisively ending Modern School's two-season reign.
Tournament Highlights and Individual Achievements
Abeer Sudan from Billabong School, Noida, emerged as the standout performer, earning the Orange Cap for scoring 421 runs in five innings at an impressive strike rate of 249 and an average of 210. He was also named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the tournament. Noor Mohammad from St. Froebel followed with 259 runs, while Deven Rana from Venkateshwar International School, Dwarka, scored 255 runs. Vyan from Modern School accumulated 252 runs, and Tanmay Chaudhary from Modern School rounded out the top five with 241 runs.
In the bowling category, Vinayak from Modern School, Barakhamba Road, claimed the Purple Cap as the leading wicket-taker with 15 wickets at an economy rate of 5.55. Aarav Sharma from Billabong School secured second place with 14 wickets, followed by Daksh Dagar from Salwan Boys School with 13 wickets. Pawan Baghel from St. Froebel finished fourth with 12 wickets, and Mrinayak from DPS RK Puram completed the top five with 11 wickets. Billabong School was awarded the Fair Play Award for their exemplary sportsmanship throughout the tournament.
Overview of the 2026 Delhi Capitals School Cup
The second edition of the Delhi Capitals School Cup was notably larger, featuring 38 teams competing in 66 matches across four venues in the Delhi-NCR region. The tournament kicked off on October 9 and concluded with the final on November 6, providing a month-long platform for young cricketers to showcase their skills. This expanded edition reflects the increasing interest and participation in school-level cricket in the area.
The 2026 Delhi Capitals School Cup was designed with a strong focus on professionalism, offering young athletes an experience that mirrored the standards of a premier sporting event. From match operations to venue arrangements, the tournament aimed to create a structured and competitive environment for all participants. At its core, this initiative underscores the Delhi Capitals' commitment to community engagement and investment in the future of sports, fostering grassroots participation and nurturing emerging talent in cricket.