A total of 14 teams will be competing for the top honours in the 71st Nawab Salar Jung Invitation T20 Cricket Tournament, organised by the Islam Gymkhana under the auspices of the Mumbai Cricket Association, which will commence from Saturday, March 20 to 28, 2021.
Parsee Gymkhana, who have emerged champions in the last three editions, and Souvenir Cricket Club, runners-up of the last edition, have confirmed their participation in the tournament. The other participating teams include, Mumbai Police Cricket Club, Bombay Gymkhana, P.J. Hindu Gymkhana, Apollo CC, Young Mohammedan CC, Muslim United CC, Young Friends CC, Marwari CC, Bohra CC, Kurla Sports Club, Muslims Sports Club and hosts Islam Gymkhana.
Adv. Mohseen Shaikh, Hon. Secretary (Cricket), Islam Gymkhana mentioned that the tournament will be conducted with all precautionary measures being taken as per the protocol of the State Government and the other concerned authorities.
Islam Gymkhana, President, Adv. Yusuf Abrahani said, “Islam Gymkhana has always encouraged and promoted cricket. We are happy to conduct the Nawab Salar Jung Invitation Cricket Tournament for the past 70 years. Our aim is to provide young cricketers an opportunity and encourage them to play the sport competitively and to showcase their talent.”
Adv. Mohseen stated that the format of this tournament is a direct knockout and all the matches will be played as per the New Model Rules of the Mumbai Cricket Association.
“The initial round of matches will be played at Parsee Gymkhana ground, Mumbai Police Gymkhana ground and the Islam Gymkhana ground. The two semi-finals (March 27) and the final (March 28) will be played at the Islam Gymkhana,” Mohseen further stated.
Parsee Gymkhana and Souvenir CC have been provided a first-round byes.