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Four individual honors highlight a strong run

Knight Riders Eagles U11 finished as Runners-Up at the CYCC Tournament 2026, capping a memorable campaign filled with strong performances, teamwork and individual recognition.

The young Eagles made their mark throughout the tournament, with several players earning special honors. Higreev stood out by winning both the Best Batter and Best Fielder awards, while Geetaksha was recognized as the Best Wicket Keeper. Viswesh added another accolade to the team’s campaign by earning the Best Catch award.

The league stage also produced several standout performances. Yahvi Desai starred with an unbeaten 50 off 28 balls against JMCA and later contributed 46 off 32 along with 1/16 against BRSS Warriors. Geetaksha produced a valuable 27 off 21 against WSK, while Higreev continued his impressive run with 54 off 37 against BRSS Warriors.

The performances reflect the talent and promise within the Knight Riders Eagles U11 squad. Knight Riders Cricket Academy, formerly Cricmax Cricket Academy, takes immense pride in these young players and their coach. Through structured, progressive coaching, the academy continues to nurture talent, build confidence and contribute to the future of cricket across New Jersey and the USA.

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U15 team completes strong run to the final

The Knight Riders Crushers turned their JYCT U15 campaign into an impressive journey of growth, resilience and all-round cricket, progressing through the tournament to reach the final and finish as runners-up.

As the competition intensified, the Crushers found contributions across the squad. Rohit Krishnaswamy was instrumental in the latter stages, producing a brilliant 4/29 against BRSS before following it up with a match-winning 38 off 18 balls, including five boundaries and a six, against JT Spartans.

Captain Rishaan Bhandary led from the front with an all-round performance against the Spartans, scoring 43 off 50 and adding 2/23 with the ball. In the must-win stages, the bowling unit continued to deliver. Rithvik Peddi earned Player of the Match honors with a crucial 2/13, while Palash Patel repeatedly made an impact in the death overs, including a superb 3/12 against the Spartans and 3/15 against President XI. Namish Sudershan also contributed a match-winning 2/12 against President XI.

The trophy may have remained one step away, but the Crushers’ campaign showed a team moving forward with confidence, depth and belief.

Reaching the JYCT U15 final is a significant achievement—and, more importantly, a platform for what comes next.For the Knight Riders Crushers, this campaign was not the finish line. It was another step forward.

Aryan’s five-for powers a clinical final

The Knight Riders Destroyers U15 have added another title to their growing collection, winning the Atlanta Summer Festival 2026 with a clinical five-wicket victory over ACA Aces.

The final was set up by a ruthless bowling and fielding display from the Destroyers, who restricted ACA Aces to just 72 runs in 29.2 overs. Leading the charge was Aryan Jain, whose outstanding spell of 10 overs, 1 maiden, 22 runs and 5 wickets earned him Player of the Match honors and put the Destroyers firmly in control.

The chase was equally composed. Destroyers reached the target in just 12.4 overs, finishing with five wickets in hand to complete a convincing championship win.

This title adds another proud chapter to the journey of the Knight Riders Destroyers U15 and reflects the value of disciplined preparation, teamwork and confidence under pressure.

Knight Riders Cricket Academy, formerly known as Cricmax Cricket Academy, is immensely proud of the players and coaching team. Through structured and progressive coaching, the academy continues to develop young talent, build stronger cricket communities, and help shape the next generation of American cricketers.

Final match scorecard:
https://cricclubs.com/ACA/info.do?matchId=603&clubId=2189

Bowlers seal thrilling 21-run win

Knight Riders Dominators U18 showcased exceptional grit and teamwork to lift the AMLCA Elite Jr Championship 2026, defeating ACAC Spartans by 21 runs in a thrilling final.

After being put in to bat, the Dominators posted a modest 93 in 29 overs. However, what followed was a display of relentless bowling and fielding excellence that defined their championship run. From the very first over, the bowlers applied pressure, with Vibhu setting the tone and Vinay, Nimai, Madhav, and Neil sustaining it through disciplined spells. The Spartans were eventually bundled out for just 72 in 24.5 overs.

Vinay Kannan delivered a standout all-round performance, conceding just 2 runs in 5 overs while also contributing in the field, earning him the Player of the Match award. The fielding unit played a decisive role, with Rehan’s three sharp catches highlighting the team’s intensity and commitment.

Day 1 POTM Arsh Vs – Atlanta Force	Day 2 POTM Ashwath Vs – Chicago Blackhawks	Day 3 POTM Vihaan	Day 4 POTM-Final Vinay Vs – ACAC	BEST FIELDER-SERIES Rehan

This victory is a testament to the strong coaching framework at Knight Riders Cricket Academy (formerly Cricmax Cricket Academy), where discipline, adaptability, and team spirit are instilled in young cricketers. The academy takes immense pride in its players and coaches, whose dedication continues to shape the future of cricket across New Jersey and the wider USA.

Final match scorecard:
https://cricclubs.com/AMLCAEliteJrChampionship1/info.do?clubId=1094678&matchId=2052

Clinical 7-wicket win seals title!

Knight Riders Tigers U13 delivered a commanding performance to clinch the NEPCL U13 Championship 2026, defeating Drona Comets by 7 wickets in Albany. Chasing a target of 117, the Tigers completed the run chase in just 22.4 overs, showcasing composure and confidence well beyond their years.

Earlier, Drona Comets posted 116/9 in their 30 overs, but the Tigers’ disciplined bowling attack kept the opposition in check throughout. Ved Bhattacharya led the charge with a match-winning spell of 4/15 in 6 overs, earning him the Player of the Match honors.

The tournament also saw standout individual performances, with Keshav Parmar finishing as the Best Bowler with 8 wickets, while Aditya Shah was recognized as the Best Fielder with 13 dismissals.

The final match scorecard can be viewed here:

https://cricclubs.com/NEPCL/fullScorecard.do?matchId=1087&clubId=1093750

This victory reflects the strong foundation built at Knight Riders Cricket Academy (formerly Cricmax Cricket Academy), where structured coaching continues to nurture talent, inspire young athletes, and strengthen the future of cricket across New Jersey and the USA. The academy takes immense pride in its players and coaches, whose dedication continues to elevate the game within the community.

All-round show seals 26-run final win

Knight Riders Destroyers U15 were crowned NEPCL Champions in Albany, delivering a composed 26-run victory over New Milford Foxes to cap off a standout tournament run.

Batting first, Destroyers posted 118 in 19.4 overs before producing a disciplined bowling effort to dismiss Foxes for 92 in 19.5 overs. The turning point came through Rohit Krishnaswamy, whose exceptional spell of 4-2-7-3 earned him Match Winner honors and decisively shifted momentum in the final. Scorecard: https://cricclubs.com/NEPCL/viewScorecard.do?matchId=1054&clubId=1093750

Leading from the front, captain Aarav Patel delivered a tournament to remember, finishing as MVP with 327 runs in four games at an average of 163. His consistent knocks—130 (92), 84 (80), and 60 (35)—set the foundation for the team’s march to the title. Scorecards:
https://cricclubs.com/NEPCL/fullScorecard.do?matchId=1021&clubId=1093750
https://cricclubs.com/NEPCL/viewScorecard.do?matchId=1029&clubId=1093750
https://cricclubs.com/NEPCL/viewScorecard.do?matchId=1040&clubId=1093750

A key contribution also came from Neil Nahar, whose composed 48 (40) against Strikers Academy added crucial stability during the campaign:
https://cricclubs.com/NEPCL/fullScorecard.do?matchId=1029&clubId=1093750

This championship win reflects the strong foundation being built at Knight Riders Cricket Academy (formerly Cricmax Cricket Academy). The academy takes immense pride in its players and coaching team, whose commitment continues to nurture talent, strengthen communities, and drive the growth of cricket across New Jersey and the wider USA.

Clinical final seals Atlanta championship

Cricmax Dominators delivered a commanding performance to emerge as U17 Champions at the ACA Spring Youth Cricket Tournament in Atlanta, marking a significant milestone in their 2026 campaign.

Led by captain Ashwath Gurumurthy and vice-captain Maadhav Parmar, the Dominators showcased discipline, structure, and a winning mindset throughout the tournament. Their consistency across all departments reflected a well-prepared unit competing with confidence on a growing national youth stage.

In the final, Cricmax produced a clinical all-round display to secure the title. Vihaan Mehta led the charge with the ball, earning Player of the Match honors for his impactful spell of 3 wickets, dismantling the opposition’s top order early. Strong support from Thaman and Neil, who claimed two wickets each, along with contributions from Chirag, Nimai, and Maadhav, bowled the opposition out for just 91.

The chase was executed with composure, as the Dominators reached the target in just 13 overs to seal a convincing victory and lift their first title of the season.

Cricmax proudly celebrates the players, coaches, and families behind this achievement. Performances like these highlight how structured coaching and competitive exposure are shaping talent, strengthening communities, and advancing the future of cricket across the United States.

Sources:
Scorecard: https://cricclubs.com/ACA/fullScorecard.do?&matchId=555&clubId=2189#google_vignette
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/KHQ5Aorw9Q4?si=l1PUkUAKNZzpbcRQ