M+V Cricket Cup 2011

Well it was a great day.
Maier & Vidorno and ASV Köln hosted the second M+V Cricket Cup in Köln Müngersdorf as part of the Kölner Indienwoche. The indian food was great again, as was the whole atmosphere. The fundraising tombola for two social projects in India was a success as well. More than 1000 Euros could be handed over. Thanks to all the sponsors who made all this possible.

The day started off with a kids match between St. George's School Cologne and ASV Köln.
In the main tournament the four participating teams were „Indian Dare Devils“, „ASV Köln“, „Düsseldorf Blackcaps“ and last not least the „Uniworld Tigers“. The Dare Devils and the Uniworld Tigers were flown in from India especially for this event. They really enjoyed their stay.
In the breaks there was some nice entertainment for the spectators like cricket training with the players or "laughing yoga".

Just a few words about the cricket games as well.
First off the kids match - It was a very close end to the match thanks to some tight bowling from Ryan and Sevi, but St. George's just about limped across the line. But the tight finish meant excitement for all the players.
The adults - We were drawn against the Düsseldorf Blackcaps... They batted first and at one stage we were going to be chasing a stupid total. Then came Niranjan, supported by Tushar and wickets fell as did the run-rate. However, we had to chase 118 of 10 overs..! G-man, Wayne and Ricky kept their heads and we ended up getting 96 for 5 - a more than respectable figure (we could only get 72 against them in the last 50-over match!)

Overall, it was a great day, with many helping out in different ways. Thanks to all for helping out with the pitch, the ladies for advertising and supporting, to those umpiring and to Paul G (who stayed all day in his whites but did not get a chance to get on the field).