Maharashtra U19 Women Clinch BCCI One Day Trophy with Dominant Final Win

The Maharashtra Under-19 Women's team secured the BCCI Women's U19 One Day Trophy with a comprehensive seven-wicket victory over Gujarat in the final. After restricting Gujarat to 223, thanks to a four-wicket haul from Grisha Kataria, Maharashtra chased down the target comfortably in 39.4 overs. Jeeya Singh's 57 and Akshaya Jadhav's unbeaten 54 anchored the successful pursuit. This victory marks a second national title for Maharashtra's women's cricket, hailed as a sign of a "golden phase" for the state.

Key Points: Maharashtra Wins BCCI Women's U19 One Day Trophy 2025-26

  • Commanding 7-wicket victory
  • Jeeya Singh's anchoring 57
  • Grisha Kataria's 4-wicket haul
  • Second national title for Maharashtra women
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Maharashtra U19 crowned champions of BCCI Women's U19 One Day Trophy 2025-26

Maharashtra U19 women's team crowned champions, defeating Gujarat by 7 wickets in the BCCI Women's U19 One Day Trophy 2025-26 final in Pune.

"Maharashtra women's cricket is reaching new heights... witnessing its golden phase. - Shri Rohit Pawar"

Pune, January 2

The Maharashtra Under-19 Women's team etched their name in history by clinching the BCCI Women's Under-19 One Day Trophy 2025-26, delivering a commanding all-round performance in the final against Gujarat at the MCA International Stadium, Gahunje, Pune, according to a release.

Opting to bat first, Gujarat posted a competitive total of 223 runs. Diya Vardhani led the charge with a fine knock of 81 runs, while Charlie Solanki contributed 56 runs. Maharashtra's disciplined bowling effort was led by Prerna Sawant, who delivered a decisive spell to claim three crucial wickets. Grisha Kataria also impressed with a brilliant four-wicket haul, applying consistent pressure on the Gujarat batting line-up.

In reply, Maharashtra displayed remarkable composure and maturity in their chase. The team reached the target by scoring 226 runs in 39.4 overs, losing only three wickets to register a convincing seven-wicket victory. Jeeya Singh anchored the innings with a well-crafted 57 runs, while Akshaya Jadhav remained unbeaten on 54. Bhavika Ahire played a vital role with a quickfire unbeaten 46, steering Maharashtra to a memorable triumph.

Congratulating the team, Shri Rohit Pawar said, "Hearty congratulations to the Maharashtra Under-19 Women's team for winning the trophy through outstanding teamwork throughout the tournament. The Senior Women's team and now the Under-19 Women's team winning national titles is a matter of great pride. Maharashtra women's cricket is reaching new heights, and it can certainly be said that women's cricket in the state is witnessing its golden phase. My special congratulations to all the players, coaches, support staff and selectors."

This title marks another significant milestone for Maharashtra cricket, and it will serve as an inspiration for future young cricketing talent.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Grisha Kataria with a 4-wicket haul! That's the kind of bowling performance that wins you finals. Gujarat put up a good fight, but our girls were just too strong. Congratulations to the entire team and coaching staff.
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Aman W
This is brilliant news. We need to give more coverage to women's cricket at the domestic level. These young players are the next Mandhanas and Harmanpreets. Hope the BCCI ensures they get the right opportunities to grow.
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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in Pune, it's thrilling to see such talent emerging from our own backyard. The MCA stadium is becoming a real fortress. Well done, girls! A seven-wicket win is a statement.
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Karthik V
While the win is fantastic, I hope the focus remains on long-term development. Winning a trophy is one thing, but consistent investment in infrastructure and coaching for women's cricket across all districts is what will sustain this "golden phase".
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Nisha Z
Chasing 223 with 7 wickets and over 10 overs to spare? That's dominant! Bhavika Ahire's quickfire 46* must have been the finishing touch. So happy for them. More power to women in sports! 🙌

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