New Delhi, October 17 (H.S.): Modern School Barakhamba captain Tanmay Chaudhary produced a sensational innings of 180 off just 69 balls against Shri Ram Global Delhi West in the Delhi Capitals (DC) School Cup. His explosive batting, combined with an outstanding bowling performance by Vinayak Chaudhary, helped Modern School Barakhamba secure a commanding 227-run victory. Vinayak claimed four wickets for just four runs.

Several teams have delivered impressive performances during the opening week of the tournament. In the inaugural match, DPS Vasant Kunj defeated GD Goenka Vasant Vihar by 99 runs. Batting first, DPS posted 221 for three, powered by Advik PS Solanki’s 110 off 61 balls. Ahan Garg then claimed four wickets for 25 runs as GD Goenka were restricted to 122 for nine.

Heritage X, Gurugram, began its campaign on October 14 with a seven-wicket victory over GD Goenka High School, Sohna, Gurugram. Its subsequent match against Vasant Valley, Vasant Kunj, was abandoned due to rain. Heritage X then bounced back with a 63-run win over St Xavier’s High School. Batting first, the team scored 159 runs, with Vihaan Sharma contributing 71 off 46 balls. Heritage X has accumulated five points from three matches.

Modern School Barakhamba has also registered convincing victories in both its matches so far. In its opening game, Vinayak Chaudhary scored 72 off 41 balls and took two wickets as Modern School defeated Ryan International School, Vasant Kunj, by 124 runs. In the second match, captain Tanmay Chaudhary’s magnificent 180 and Vinayak’s four-wicket haul powered the team to a 227-run victory over Shri Ram Global Delhi West.

Kulachi Hansraj, Ashok Vihar, also recorded a comprehensive 147-run victory over Cambridge School, Srinivaspuri. Batting first, Kulachi Hansraj posted 243 for six, with Anup Singh scoring 73 off 46 balls. Cambridge School were subsequently bowled out for 96 runs.

**38 Teams Participating in This Year’s Tournament**

Following the encouraging response from schools and players last year, the DC School Cup began on a larger scale on October 9. The 2026 edition features 38 teams, including 32 boys’ teams and six girls’ teams. All 66 matches will be played across four venues.

The tournament, which began in 2025 with 20 teams, has expanded to 38 teams in 2026. The competition follows a league-cum-knockout format, with the final scheduled for early November.

According to the organisers, each participating school will compete in a distinct-coloured kit. The final stages of the tournament will also feature live commentary, music and other activities aimed at enhancing the overall experience for players and participating schools.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar