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PANAJI: The Goa Cricket Association has congratulated Goan cricketer Purvaja Verlekar for scoring an impressive unbeaten century in the Senior Women’s Inter Zonal One Day Trophy. Her standout performance came in a Women’s List A match played at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground 1.
Purvaja produced a superb innings of 103 not out, displaying strong technique, composure and determination at the crease. The century marked an important milestone in her career and brought recognition to Goa’s growing presence in women’s cricket at the national level.
Her innings reflected both patience and confidence, as she built the score steadily while maintaining control against the opposition bowling attack. The knock played a crucial role in the match and highlighted her ability to perform on a larger stage.
Congratulating the young cricketer, Mahesh Dessai said the achievement is a proud moment for the state’s cricketing community. He noted that scoring an unbeaten century in a national level competition is a significant accomplishment and praised Purvaja for her dedication and commitment to the sport. He added that such performances strengthen the reputation of Goa’s women’s cricket and inspire aspiring players across the state.
Echoing similar sentiments, Tulshidas Shetye commended Purvaja for the maturity and composure she displayed during her innings. He highlighted that the century reflects her growing confidence as a cricketer and expressed hope that she continues to perform strongly in upcoming matches.
The association extended its warm congratulations to Purvaja Verlekar for the remarkable achievement and wished her continued success in the remainder of the tournament. Her performance has been celebrated as an encouraging sign for the future of women’s cricket in Goa, with young players across the state looking up to such inspiring displays at the national level.0
