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April 2023
2023 ACST Phuket International Cricket Sixes
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April 2023
Heritage Cricketers retain their title as Cup champions at the
2023 Phuket International Cricket Sixes
Finals Day Report - Sunday 23rd April 2023
Heritage Cricketers retained their title as Cup holders at the 2023 Phuket International Cricket Sixes. The side from Dhaka in Bangladesh proved too strong in the face of a valiant performance of Blue Tree Cricket Team in the final as they ran out winners by 31 runs.
While Heritage batted brilliantly throughout the 4 days, the Player of the Match award in the final went to Syed Shahed who took 2-4 in the final over with the ball. It crowned another superb performance from a team who continue to be great ambassadors, playing the game in exactly the right way.
The Bowl was played between the two losing Cup semi-finalists and it saw Gauhati Town Club overcome Mumbai Strikers in an all Indian encounter to lift the trophy with an over to spare, chasing down a target of 62. Deep Borah, who had a fine tournament, was named Player of the Match for his retirement on 32. Earlier Strikers had been dismantled by Heritage, with Town Club finding Blue Tree a formidable act.
The third tier Plate saw House of Cricket, fall 6 runs short of the 70-2 posted by victors, Cricket Club of Dibrugarh, of Assam in a thrilling finish. The side from of Skema in South Africa looked set for victory until an incredible 3-3 in the final over from Player of the Match, Pankaj Saikia pulled off a remarkable win.
In the earlier Plate semi-finals, Dibrugarh disposed of Hong Kong tourists, Lamma CC, while Calcutta Swimming Club whose form over the 4 days was up and down like the Andaman waves, were beaten by House of Cricket.
The Spoon had earlier seen a 3 team round robin, in which 91 Yards Club ended top of the tree to collect the spoils after defeating CBB CC and Incredible 7. The adjudicating panel gave the Player of the Group award to Imdad Hussain who scored 33 off 10 balls in the decisive game.
The ever present international CBB line up saw off the most sporting entrants from Singapore in the other match. 91 Yards Club made it a treble for Assam, leading no doubt to some celebrations around Bangtao where the teams are staying as well as on the flights home.
The Player of the Tournament award was presented to Manoj Yadav of Heritage Cricketers for his total 204 tournament runs and 7 wickets in a superb all-round display, while the prestigious Spirit of Cricket Accolade went to umpire Clive Howard.
At the conclusion of the presentations, ACST Chairman Michael Maher was delighted with the tournament. “To see so many friends old and new back playing in Phuket, where the ACST first staged a tournament back in 2004, has been tremendous. The cricket has been of a fantastic standard, as has the camaraderie and sportsmanship between all participants”.
“I would like to thank the locals at the ACG for the use of the ground, my ACST partners, and all officials as well as all our sponsors and tournament hotels for their loyal support”. Mr. Maher continued.
For further details about the ACST, please contact Chairman, Michael 'Cat' Maher by email at mmaher.padmir@bigpond.com or by telephone on (+61) 407385481.
April 2023
The action heats up on a scorching Saturday full of twists and turns
at the ACST Phuket International Cricket Sixes
Day 3 Report
It was a fascinating Saturday at the Phuket International Cricket Sixes, with several unpredictable results, as the 11 team table changed several times which left questions still unanswered owing to a late finish.
The teams reconvened to finish Round 1 at the Alan Cook Ground in Phuket, as they vied for positions on the ladder, prior to the top 8 breaking away and playing one further game with points added to the table to see who competes for Cup and Plate.
Newcomers Mumbai Strikers had two games in the first stage and showed their considerable abilities in dismantling Incredible 7 and then 91 Yards Club before Gauhati Town Club ended their fun in Round 2 with a fine win.
The question being, will it be enough to seal the victors of that clash from Assam a place in the Cup. It will be answered in the morning, and it depends if Calcutta Swimming Club can defend the total that they have set Cricket Club of Dibrugarh. The Calcutta outfit discarded their arm bands and put in two brilliant earlier performances to beat Gauhati Town Club and CBB CC.
Blue Tree Cricket Club sealed their Cup place by seeing off the challenge of House of Cricket and then Lamma CC, who themselves had a fantastic first half of the day when defeating CBB CC and the Incredible 7. All eyes are on the holders Heritage Club, with the Bangladeshi’s posting a remarkable 101 without loss in their clash with the Dibrugarh side prior to defeating House of Cricket.
An exciting Finals Day awaits, in which CBB CC, Incredible 7, and 91 Yards Club will play for the Spoon.
At the conclusion of a very long day’s play, Ian Liddell, ACST Tournament Referee and Director, was a happy man. “We have seen some excellent cricket throughout with more to come tomorrow on Finals Day. It’s been great to welcome sides from around the cricketing world, with a strong contingent of Indian sides reflecting how that nation is looked upon as a leader in cricket all around the world.”
April 2023
Blue Tree Cricket Team maintain early form at the
ACST Phuket International Cricket Sixes
Day 2 Report
Local representatives, Blue Tree Cricket Team, with an influence of Pattaya based players lead the ladder at the completion of Day 2 of the Phuket International Cricket Sixes.
They put out a statement of intent with their hammering of Assam’s Cricket Club of Dibrugarh who posted a respectful total of 62. However, Blue Tree passed the score in just 3.3 overs as the opening partnership of Ashan Fonseka and Ahmad Mughal shone as brightly as the Phuket sun.
Meanwhile, Cup holders from 2019, Heritage Cricketers, again provided evidence that they will not be relinquishing their title easily, with a couple of victories.
The team from Dhaka in Bangladesh who also won the ACST Siam International Cricket Sevens in November, sunk The Calcutta Swimming Club as they amassed 88-2 from their 5 overs as Manoj Yadav retired on 34. In their later match, Heritage then proved far too strong for 91 Yards Club in the final match of the day, chasing down the target of 64 with ease.
Just four other matches were played in Round One at the Alan Cook Ground. Mumbai Strikers, who look a decent punt for honours, defeating Lamma CC, one of the sides who competed in the first tournament back in 2004. 91 Yards Club will feel better for their first victory at the event, especially after their later defeat, as they proved too strong for Incredible 7 in the opening match of the day.
Gauhati Town Club got over the line in a thrilling finish off the final delivery against House of Cricket, after Deep Borah had set his side up in the reply after a fine knock in the first dig by Michael Payne.
Once again, the Friday of the tournament featured a separate match, this time a T15 encounter between the Indians and The Rest who are competing over the four days. The Indians scored 148-6 with Borah and Cyril getting the runs. It proved to be too little with The Rest reaching the target for the loss of 2 wickets with five overs to spare. Salman Hossain Emon and Benjamin Potgieter proved to be the stars with the bat in the chase.
April 2023
It’s a great opening day as friends and teams reunite
at the Phuket International Cricket Sixes
Day 1 Report
Cricket was the winner on Day 1 at the long-awaited continuation of the Asian Cricket Sixes Tour (ACST) Phuket International Cricket Sixes, which was last staged in 2019. Teams from far and wide assembled to get stuck into the action at the Alan Cook Ground (ACG) on the paradise island.
11 teams are competing in the event over 4 days, with Round One action seeing all sides play 4 matches, before being seeded to play for honours. Local entrants Blue Tree Cricket team lead the ladder after seeing off Gauhati Town Club and fellow participants from Assam in India, Cricket Club of Dibrugarh with Ashan Fonseka scoring a retirement which was matched by Shad Wahid in the second of the victories.
South Africa is represented at the event by House of Cricket, and they also can be happy with their efforts. Cricket Club of Dibrugarh defeated them with the penultimate ball of the opening encounter hit by Saurav Bagawati after a dazzling 12 ball retirement of 33 from Kamakhya Saikia. House of Cricket responded to take down Gauhati Town Club as a fine batting display from Avumile Mnci rendered the total of 81 unmanageable.
Cup holders Heritage Cricketers of Bangladesh fired a warning to those wanting to take their crown with a crushing defeat of Lamma CC, as Manoj Yadav scored 36 of the posted total of 90.
The final match of the day was another thriller as in a battle of newcomers, Mumbai Strikers overcame Calcutta Swimming Club off the final ball. Yasovardhan Kanodia looked set to send his side for a first win with his 31, but excellent batting from Vinod Muthukumar proved decisive.
The other couple of encounters on the opening day involved perennial favourites CBB CC, who had a mixed start. They defeated debutants 91 Yards Club of Assam as Dixie Joy starred, but they were overcome by mixed gender side, Incredible 7, with Cyril and Rajes seeing the Singapore team home.
Play will start tomorrow at the ACG at 9.45am where food and refreshments are available. Spectators are welcome and admission is free, with Friday’s fixtures featuring a T20 game between Indian participants in the tournament against the rest at 11.30am.
For further details please contact ACST Chairman, Michael 'Cat' Maher by email at mmaher.padmir@bigpond.com or by telephone on (+61) 407385481.
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April 2023
ACST Phuket International Cricket Sixes 2023
Format, Fixtures and Live Scorecard
The fixtures for the 2023 Phuket International Cricket Sixes can be viewed via the link below.
This will also be the live scorecard throughout the tournament so ball by ball coverage can be followed.
There is no video link of the event.
https://phuket.statman.cricket/
Format
Round One: Each of the 11 competing teams will play four matches in an open round.
Round Two: Points will be carried forward from the previous round with the top 8 sides on the ladder playing one further game.
Cup and Plate: The top 4 sides will play in the semi-finals of the Cup, teams ranked 5 to 8 will play in the Plate semi-finals.
Bowl: The losing semi-finalists in the Cup will play for the Bowl.
Spoon: Teams ranked 9-11 will play 2 further games in a round-robin. The top two will then compete in the Spoon final.
April 2023
2023 ACST Phuket International Cricket Sixes
Tournament Magazine now available to view online
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Apologies for the slight typos in the content page
https://phuketcricketweek.blogspot.com/search/label/2023.%20Tournament%20Magazine
April 2023
Premier Best Western Bangtao Beach Resort & Spa
The Asian Cricket Sixes Tour are delighted that the Premier Best Western Bangtao Beach Resort & Spa is one of the tournament hotels for the
2023 Phuket International Cricket Sixes as participants stay at the luxury resort.
The resort is an ideal destination to relax and play directly on the white sand beach of Bangtao Bay near Laguna Phuket, while enjoying
spacious rooms with private balconies and stunning Andaman sea views.
The ACST thank Khun Wissut Kasayapanand and the dedicated team for their kind assistance.
April 2023
Just one week until the Phuket International Cricket Sixes
The ACST Phuket International Cricket Sixes returns to the paradise island of Phuket in one weeks’ time from Thursday 20th until Sunday 23rd April 2023 after an enforced sabbatical since the 2019 tournament.
The games will be staged at the magnificent Alan Cooke Ground, and will feature 14 teams representing many nations, to do battle while making friendships through cricket on and off the field.
Many old favourites return looking to be heroes in what is an eagerly awaited event, which promises to showcase some excellent cricket. The sides will initially play in an open round before being placed in separate competition to play for honours depending on their seedings.
Social events will also feature as participants enjoy the stunning surroundings of Bangtao by the ocean in the north of the island before retiring to the Arinara, Best Western and Sunwin resorts who are the official tournament hotels.
Play will start each day at the ACG around 9.30am where food and refreshments are available. Spectators are welcome and admission is free.
For further details please contact ACST Chairman, Michael 'Cat' Maher by email at mmaher.padmir@bigpond.com or by telephone on (+61) 407385481.
April 2023
Bangtao Beach Resort & Spa
The Asian Cricket Sixes Tour are delighted that the Premier Best Western Bangtao Beach Resort & Spa is one of the tournament hotels for the 2019 Phuket International Cricket Sixes as participants stay at the luxury resort.
The resort is an ideal destination to relax and play directly on the white sand beach of Bangtao Bay near Laguna Phuket, while enjoying spacious rooms with private balconies and stunning Andaman sea views.
The ACST thank Khun Wissut Kasayapanand and the dedicated team for their kind assistance.
April 2023
Arinara Beach Resort
The Asian Cricket Sixes Tour would like to thank the Arinara Bangtao Beach Resort for their continued support. Participants attending the
Phuket International Cricket Sixes will be staying at the luxury resort once again.
The feedback continues to be most positive from all participants, with everyone delighted with the facilities,
food, and ambience as well the warm welcome and assistance from the wonderful staff.
The ACST thank the superb team for their continued support.
April 2023
Sunwing Resort Bangtao Beach
The Asian Cricket Sixes Tour are delighted that the Sunwing Resort Bangtao Beach is one the tournament hotels for the
2023 Phuket International Cricket Sixes with participants staying at the luxury resort.
Sunwing Bantao Beach is a fully contained family resort with its own restaurants, entertainment programs and a host of activities for all ages.
It is an ideal location which allows for sipping colourful concoctions while dipping a toe in the surf or dozing off under swaying tropical trees.
The ACST thank Khun Wissut Kasayapanand and the team for their kind assistance and support.
April 2023
Titan Finance Ltd, a supporter of the 2023 Phuket International Cricket Sixes
The company, based in Kuala Lumper, specialise in medical insurance including that for expats, financial plans, fixed interest deposits and savings plans.
ACST Chairman, Michael ‘Cat’ Maher, is delighted with the partnership. “The ACST thanks Neville Kendrick and all at
Titan Financial Ltd for their kind sponsorship and continued support.
March 2023
Phuket News supporting the 2023 Phuket International Cricket Sixes
The Asian Cricket Sixes Tour would like to thank the Phuket News, who form part of Class Act Media along with Live 89.5 Radio and Phuket News TV for their support of the 2023 Phuket International Cricket Sixes.
The ACST would like to thank General Manager Jason Beavans, and his team for their kind assistance.
February 2023
ACST Phuket International Cricket Sixes
Coming Soon - Entries Now Open
The 16th staging of the Phuket International Cricket Sixes will be staged at the Alan Cooke Ground (ACG) from Thursday 20th to Sunday 23rd April 2023.
Entries are open for all sides, or individuals wishing to find a team.
Contact ACST Chairman, Michael 'Cat' Maher
mmaher.padmir@bigpond.com or on (+61) 4017385481
November 2022
ACST Siam International Cricket Sevens 2022
Images of the Tournament
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November 2022
ACST Siam International Cricket Sevens 2022
Finals Day Wrap: Sunday 27th November
Heritage CC win the Cup at the Siam International Cricket Sevens
Heritage CC are the Cup winners at the 2022 ACST Siam International Cricket Sevens. The side from Bangladesh played terrific cricket throughout. Sadly, with the score on 18-1 for 1.2 overs the heavens opened against Raju’s VII. Heritage were crowned as winners by virtue of winning most games and accumulating most points in the group stage.
The semi-finals saw the champions sail past the youngsters of Lamphun, who once again won the hearts of the attending participants while Raju’s VII revenged the previous days last ball loss to end the hopes of Lamma CC of Hong Kong.
The Trophy final saw a thriller as CBB SCs and CBB SKs both scored 66 from their 5 overs. However, the SCs won on virtue of losing fewer wickets after Steve Christie had retired on 34 to win the player of the final award.
Deepak Khatri was named as Player of the Tournament for his 122 runs in 6 innings, while the prestigious Spirit of Cricket Award went to Zial Alam Rony.
A special presentation was made to Raju of Raju’s Cricket Club, winners of the previous Siam Sevens, who has supported the 2022 events, with an invitational side playing under his name.
The morning games saw the completion of the initial round robin stage, with Heritage CC winning their couple of matches against CBB SKs and then Lamphun, who had earlier defeated CBB SKs, while Lamma were too strong for CBB SCs who were also on the wrong end to Raju’s VII.
Monies were raised throughout the three days for the Thailand Junior Cricket Development Fund who assist in the development of junior cricket in Northern Thailand. The fund sponsored Lamphun in this event.
ACST Chairman, Michael ‘Cat’ Maher, was delighted at the ground following play. "It has been a pleasure to be able to put on a tournament once again after an enforced absence of three years. Every participant has been an absolute credit to the game of cricket as the tournament has been played in great spirit as our ethos of “friendships through cricket” was enacted. Heritage CC were superb throughout and are worthy champions”.
“I would like to thank Neville Kendrick of sponsors Titan Finance Ltd and all the staff at the Duangtawan Hotel for their kind assistance. And on a personal note, all involved with the CBB CC on their 100th Tour bringing back so many wonderful memories.”
November 2022
ACST Siam International Cricket Sevens 2022
Day One Wrap: Saturday 26th November
Lamma CC of Hong Kong lead the charge on Day One of the Siam International Cricket Sevens
Lamma CC are top of the table in dramatic fashion after Day One of the Siam International Cricket Sevens. In the final game of the day Chris Coombes came out to face the final ball after colleague Brad Tarr retired on 31, to hit a six to win the match against Raju’s VII.
Both batters starred throughout the day, as Lamma won three out of their four matches, also defeating CBB SKs, and Lamphun, sponsored by the Thailand Junior Cricket Development Fund.
Bangladesh representatives Heritage CC set the benchmark on with some scintillating cricket at the Chiang Mai Gymkhana Club grounds. The team containing former Test and ODI star Elias Sunny and T20 international player Nadif Chowdhury accumulated wins against the CBB SCs, Raju’s VII, and Lamma CC, with their game in hand likely to be vital later in the piece.
Play commenced in the competition proper on a beautiful morning following a sabbatical of three years owing to the Coronavirus pandemic, with the teams all playing each other in a round robin group to establish rankings to play for honours on Sunday’s Finals Day.
In the other games Raju’s VII saw off Lamphun and CBB SKs as they find themselves third in the standings. The other game of the day in an entertaining match CBB SCs defeated CBB SKs.
The previous afternoon had seen a T18 encounter between the CBB CC, celebrating their 100th Tour, and an All Stars side made up of other participants. The All Stars knocked off the required 69 runs for victory without loss, in a match played in excellent spirit.
November 2022
2022 Siam International Cricket Sevens Magazine now Online
The 2022 ACST Siam International Cricket Sevens Tournament Magazine is now available to view online on the dedicated tournament blog.
It contains plenty of cricket reading including a fantastic history of the CBB CC who are celebrating their 100th Tour.
Please click on each image on via link below to enlarge the page.
https://siamsevens.blogspot.com/search/label/2022.%20Tournament%20Magazine
November 2022
The ACST Siam International Cricket Sevens is one week away
Don’t Miss Out on the Fun!
There are less than two weeks before the fun gets underway in Chiang Mai at the 2022 ACST Siam International Cricket Sevens. The cricket will take place at the majestic Gymkhana Ground from Friday 25th to Sunday 27th November.
The fun and activities will be in full swing by the start of play with the legendary CBB CC arriving in the city from Wednesday as they embark on their 100th Tour.
There are still places for teams or individuals to take part in this auspicious event. Please give ACST Chairman, Michael ’Cat ’ Maher a shout by telephone on +61 407 385 481 or by email at mmaher.padmir@bigpond.com.
The ACST is grateful and delighted to have Titan Finance Ltd as a sponsor of the event as we welcome Neville Kendrick from Titan along.
October 2022
Siam International Cricket Sevens attracts new sponsor
April 2022
2022 ACST Siam International Cricket Sevens
Dates Announced
The Asian Cricket Sixes Tour are glad to announce provisional dates for the 2022 Siam International Cricket Sevens. Providing there are no setbacks in the fight against COVID-19, the tournament will take place between Friday 25th and Sunday 27th November 2022, with Thursday 24th a possible extra day if demand requires.
This popular tournament returns to the Gymkhana Ground in Chiang Mai after a sabbatical of two years owing to the pandemic. We look forward to welcoming friends both old and new to what will bound to be an emotional reunion to continue making special memories and friendships through cricket.
The ACST would like to thank George Appleton and the cricket committee in Chiang Mai for their continued help and support.
We would also like to thank all of you for your continued support over what has been an unprecedented time in which many of our friends have suffered. The ACST are determined to move forward positively and to seeing lots of smiles on and off the pitch once again.
March 2022
ACST Phuket Cricket Week 2022 Cancelled
The Asian Cricket Sixes Tour (ASCT) regret to announce the cancellation of the 2022 Phuket Cricket Sixes. This difficult decision has been made with the health and wellbeing of our customers and tourists as our priority. We feel that the regulations regarding international arrivals are still too stringent and high risk, along with the current Covid 19 situation, where Omicron is spreading quickly among the community in Thailand.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your continued support and understanding. The ACST will continue to assess tournaments later in 2022 and will make any announcements as soon as we have any news.
December 2021
ACST Phuket Cricket Week 2022 Announcement
The ACST Phuket Cricket Week returns for 2022. The popular ICC award winning event will be held between Thursday 14th and Sunday 17th April 2022 at the Alan Cooke Ground.
As an organisation we are keeping a close eye on developments regarding the worldwide Coronavirus Pandemic and are acutely aware of some current restrictions in place in Thailand along with the difficulty for some to come and go from certain countries. However, we are confident that things are improving.
We have come to the decision to hold just one tournament rather than the usual Phuket International Sixes and the Thalang 7’s taking all of this into account. An announcement will be made in due course as to the actual cricket.
We wish all our supporters and friends, both old and new, the very best of health and thank you for your considered support over what has been a terribly difficult time for many people.
November 2021
Siam Sevens Postponed. ACST Support the Gymkhana Sixes
Unfortunately, owing to travel restrictions caused through the slowly clearing Covid-19 Pandemic, the ACST have had to postpone the Siam International Cricket Sevens for a second successive year. The tournament will return in November 2022.
While this is naturally disappointing, we are delighted to offer our fullest support to the team in Chiang Mai who are staging their second running of the Gymkhana Sixes between the 3rd and 5th of December. Indeed, our director Ian Liddell along with ACST media man Rob Bernard will be assisting at the tournament.
The ACST will be announcing plans for their tournaments in 2022 in the near future. We thank you for your continued support throughout what has been a difficult time for many people. We will be returning at the earliest possible time to continue Making Friendships Through Cricket.
January 2021
2021 ACST Phuket Cricket Week Cancelled
We regret to inform you that the Asian Cricket Sixes Tour (ACST) has been forced to cancel the Phuket Cricket Week which includes both the Phuket International Cricket Sixes and the Thalang International Cricket 7’s, which were scheduled to take place this April, owing to the continuation of the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic.
Unfortunately, the uncertainty of travel and permission to arrive in Thailand without undertaking a costly spell of government administered quarantine has led to our early decision.
The ACST is naturally disappointed and saddened to have had to make this decision but rest assured that plans are in hand to return to Phuket in April 2022.
We are optimistic that things will gradually recover, and we will return to normality as soon as possible. We pass on our good wishes and thoughts to anyone who has been affected throughout these terrible trying times.
Meanwhile, we are planning for the next ACST tournament, which all being well will be the 2021 Siam International Cricket Sevens in Chiang Mai, Thailand which will take place this coming November.
We will keep you updated as and when we have any further news. Thanks for all your support and understanding throughout the pandemic. There is a huge party waiting to happen and we hope it will be with as many of you as possible!
For further details about the ACST, please contact our Chairman, Mr Michael “Cat” Maher at mmaher.padmir@bigpond.com or by telephone on +61 407 385 481.
October 2020
ACST Supports the Gymkhana Cricket Sixes 2020
As reported a few weeks ago the Asian Cricket Sixes Tour came to the decision to postpone our proposed Siam International Cricket Sevens owing to the uncertainty and travel restrictions caused by the continuing worldwide COVID-19 pandemic.
It is our intention that the Siam International Cricket Sevens will return to Chiang Mai in November 2021.
In the meantime, the ACST is offering our fullest backing and endorsement to the Gymkhana Cricket Sixes, a tournament for internally based sides, to be played in Chiang Mai this November as we continue to support cricket in Thailand.
We wish George Appleton and his team along with all the competing sides a successful and happy tournament while looking on with envy wishing we could join you!
A Facebook Group for the tournament has been set up. Give it a click and join in here.
The ACST are continuing to monitor the effects of the pandemic and will bring you latest news of our forthcoming tournaments as soon as possible. In the meantime, we wish you all, along with your friends and family the very best of health and we look forward to again meeting with you in the near future.
October 2020
Maurice Bromley RIP
The ACST is greatly saddened to hear of the recent passing of Maurice Bromley, former Chairman of the Chiang Mai International Cricket Sixes and driving force of that tournament for over two decades.
Maurice was always supportive of ACST events, being an occasional visitor with his wife Renita. ACST Chairman, Michael Maher worked closely with Maurice and other colleagues to revive the Sixes in Chiang Mai to introduce many new teams when the event was at a low ebb before the turn of the millennium.
The thoughts of all connected with the ACST are with Renita, Maurice’s son Robert and all of the Bromley family.
September 2020
ACST Siam International Cricket Sevens
2020 November Tournament Postponed
Following detailed and careful consideration, the Asian Cricket Sixes Tour (ACST) have come to the decision to postpone the 2020 Siam International Cricket Sevens owing to the uncertainty posed by the continuing COVID-19 pandemic.
We are as disappointed as everyone who was looking forward to attending the event in Chiang Mai, but we must be realistic regarding the chances of overseas visitors being allowed to enter Thailand as visitors in this calendar year, with the uncertainty and issues that this may cause by delaying an announcement. We must continue to put our supporters and customers first.
It is our intention that the Siam International Cricket Sevens will return to Chiang Mai in November 2021.
In the meantime, the ACST will be offering our fullest backing and endorsement to the Gymkhana Sixes, a tournament for internally based sides, to be played in Chiang Mai this November as we continue to support cricket in Thailand.
Everyone at the ACST wish you and your loved ones the best of health and urge you all to stay safe and hope that we all may meet again soon. Please keep checking our pages for announcements of forthcoming tournaments. COVID-19 is a fluid situation. We will continue to offer updates as soon as it is possible.
August 2020
John King RIP
The Asian Cricket Sixes Tour (ACST) are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our dear friend, colleague and umpire John King following illness.
John, from Perth WA, was a long time friend of ACST Chairman Michael Maher after meeting each other at the PNG Department in 1970, before he moved to Phuket, where he became a popular local figure and reliable and trusted Coach, Mentor and Umpire. John became an official at our ACST tournaments in Phuket, often the first man at the ground each morning setting up for the day’s play as well as offering a valuable contribution to local cricket in Phuket before he returned to Perth last August.
We will all miss his warm personality and wry sense of humour on and off the pitch as he relaxed with a cigarette and beer discussing life and his love of cricket.
We offer our sincere condolences to John’s family and many friends.
God bless mate and thank you for all your valuable help and happy memories.
March 2020
2020 ACST Phuket Cricket Week Postponement
It is with the greatest regret that the Asian Cricket Sixes Tour (ACST) has been forced to postpone the Phuket Cricket Week which includes both the 17th Annual Phuket International Cricket Sixes and the 9th Annual Thalang International Cricket 7’s owing to issues caused by the COVID-19 outbreak.
The Cricket Week was due to be staged from the 8th to the 19th of April but travel restrictions introduced by the countries of most of our participating teams and our duty of care with medical concerns regarding the virus to all involved in the event has left us with little option but to make this decision.
The ACST is devastated and saddened to have had to make this decision. We apologise to all our sponsors, supporters, loyal players and local businesses in Phuket that will be affected by it. Unfortunately, we have been beaten by circumstances beyond our control on this occasion.
The next ACST tournament is the 2020 Siam International Cricket Sevens in Chiang Mai, Thailand which will take place between Friday 27th and Sunday the 29th of November 2020.
For further details, please contact ACST Chairman, Mr Michael “Cat” Maher at mmaher.padmir@bigpond.com or by telephone on +61 407 385 481.
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January 2020
The ACST wishes all our friends, sponsors and supporters a
Happy and Prosperous New Year!
December 2019
Many thanks to all who participated in the 2019 Siam International Cricket Sevens
Our dedicated tournament Blog now has all the details and photos from the event
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Enjoy the video below, kindly filmed by Omer Cheema
November 2019
The 2019 ACST Siam International Sevens
Roll of Honour
Cup Winners: Raju's CC (India)
Cup Runners-Up: Raju’s Academy (India)
Cup Player of the Match: Abdul Kader
Bowl Winners: Jeju CA (South Korea)
Bowl Runners-Up: ADF Tigers (Malaysia)
Bowl Player of the Match: Park Taekwan
Plate Winners: CBB SC's (Chiang Mai)
Plate Runners-Up: Klang CA (Malaysia)
Plate Player of the Match: Sharek Kader
Player of the Tournament: Praveen Kumar
ACST Spirit of Cricket Award: Khun Awn Pattamaporn
November 2019
Raju’s Cricket Club retain the Cup at the Siam International Cricket Sevens
Finals Day Wrap: Sunday 24th November
Raju’s Cricket Club of Hyderabad ran out as deserved Cup winners at the Siam International Cricket Sevens at the Gymkhana Club in Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand to round off a brilliant performance over three days.
They defeated their twin side Raju’s Academy in the final on their 99th cricket tour. Their total of 93-5 was too much for the Academy’s 31-5, as Abdul Khader was named as player of the match following his 31 not out and outstanding over of 2 wickets for 0 runs.
The second staging of the tournament was contested between eight sides, with Finals Day seeing teams split into the Cup, Bowl and Plate to see who would collect the trophies at the end of play.
The second tier Bowl competition was won by debutants Jeju CA of South Korea who defeated ADF Tigers of Penang in Malaysia by 5 runs in a thrilling finale as Park Taekwan picked up the player of the match plaudits with 32 not out and 1-8.
The Plate saw the CBB SC’s; based in Chiang Mai see off Klang CA of Malaysia. The victors got over the line by 4 wickets thanks to the efforts of player of the match Sharek Kader who remained undefeated on 29 and only went for 4 from his over.
Finals Day had begun with matches to decide the finalists in each grade. Raju’s CC saw off the Tigers and the Academy. The Academy narrowly saw off the challenge of Jeju; who gained a psychological advantage with their win against the Tigers.
The CBB SC’s won their plate final place after wins against their second string SK’s line up and the Beer Battered Seadogs of England who also suffered defeat against Klang.
The adjudication panel decided that the Player of the Tournament Award went to Praveen Kumar of Raju’s CC for his contribution over the three days of cricket, which included 191 runs and 5 wickets over the weekend.
Monies were raised throughout the three days for the Chiang Mai Schools Cricket Alliance who assist in the development of junior cricket in Northern Thailand.
ACST Chairman, Michael ‘Cat’ Maher, was delighted at the ground following play. "This has been another excellent gathering of good people who love our beautiful game. The eight competing sides have played some super cricket, and all played in the correct way”.
“We may have had a small number of teams but the quality of those who have attended has more than compensated for that. In closing I thank our valued sponsors, The Duangtawan Hotel and Asia Escape Holidays, as well as any others who’ve supported the ACST.”
The next ACST event will be the Phuket Cricket Week in April 2020, containing the Phuket International Cricket Sixes and the Thalang International Cricket 7’s.
November 2019
Cricket’s the Winner on Day Two at Chiang Mai
Day Two Wrap: Saturday 23rd November
Participants put on a fine display of seven a side cricket on Day Two of the Siam International Cricket Sevens. Raju’s CC led the way with an unbeaten record of 4 victories in Round One before seeing off Jeju CA in the Cup/Bowl group, but all sides have reasons to be happy with their day’s work.
Raju’s Academy also continued their fine form with wins against the CBB SK’s and the ADF Tigers in the Cup/Bowl.
The tournament is being contested between eight sides, with participants assembling from all points of the compass to be part of the celebrations, with the Gymkhana Club ground looking at its majestic best.
Jeju CA of Korea are the first representatives at an ACST event from that nation since the Korean Crusaders graced the 2008 Philippines International Cricket Sixes. The line up consists of local cricketers who taught themselves the game by watching YouTube coaching videos. They progressed to the top four by virtue of a fine win over the Beer Battered Seadogs.
The other debutant side Klong CA hail from Malaysia. They went down to the Tigers of Penang to find themselves placed in the Plate division, where they boosted their hopes of reaching the final with victory against the CBB SK’s.
Play got under way with a 16 over a side affair featuring 18 of the top players of the tournament.
At the close of play participants congregated at the Boundary Bar to enjoy a social evening over food and drinks and to continue making Friendships Through Cricket where Tournament Referee Ian Liddell reflected on proceedings.
“It’s fantastic to see cricket lovers from all backgrounds enjoying each other’s company and playing competitive cricket in the right spirit”. “There are not many better venues anywhere than the Gymkhana here in Chiang Mai. It adds so much to the spectacle,” added Mr Liddell.
Finals Day at the Gymkhana Club begins at 9.10am on Saturday. Spectators are welcome, admission is free, and refreshments are available.
November 2019
Raju’s duo lead the charge
on Day One of the Siam International Cricket Sevens
Day One Wrap: Friday 22nd November
Indian sides Raju’s Cricket Club and Raju’s Academy took the plaudits on Day One as the 2019 Siam International Cricket Sevens got underway in Chiang Mai, Thailand, where eight teams have assembled from far and wide to participate in the majestic surroundings of the Gymkhana Club Ground.
Raju’s CC; the reigning champions of the event played some majestic cricket to see off Malaysia’s Klang CA, Jeju CA of South Korea and the international playboys of the CBB SK’s. The club from Hyderabad have a formidable record in these short forms of the game; listing titles in Jakarta and Nepal among their role of honour. The Academy side defeated ADF Tigers of Penang, Yorkshire’s Beer Battered Seadogs and CBB SC’s.
The Tigers; featuring Thai international star Chanchai saw off CBB SC’s before smashing the Seadogs to smithereens. Two sides making their debut at an ACST event were Klang CA of Malaysia and Jeju CA of South Korea.
Jeju won the virgins derby between the two sides while Klang could take consolation from their earlier victory against the CBB SK’s. The tournament had got off to a dramatic start as the CBB SC’s got over the line from the final ball of the match to claim victory over the Seadogs.
The teams were well rested on arrival at the ground following their stay at the Duangtawan Hotel; and the opening evening party at the Zoom Bar in the city. The tournament continues the ACST mantra of “Making Friendships Through Cricket” as well as participants raising funds for junior cricket development in the region.
Day Two at the Gymkhana Club will start at 12.00am on Saturday following an all-star game featuring the 22 best players of the tournament. Spectators are welcome, admission is free, and refreshments are available.
November 2019
A few days to go until the
ACST Siam International Cricket Sevens 2019
The Asian Cricket Sixes Tour (ACST) stage their second Siam International Cricket Sevens with the fun starting from Thursday; the 21st November as the competing teams assemble in Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand.
The tournament is being held at the Gymkhana Club with play taking place between Friday 22nd and Sunday 24th November.
Participants will assemble from England, Australia, India, Malaysia, Korea, Bangladesh, Hong Kong and Wales to take part with Thai based players and officials, including youngsters connected to hosts Lanna CC and the Chiang Mai Schools Cricket Association (CMSCA).
The event will be raising money for the CMSCA to assist with the continued development of young cricketers in the area. Previous beneficiaries of the scheme have progressed to represent Thailand’s national teams including the women’s side who have qualified for the T20 World Cup in Australia next year.
ACST Chairman, Michael “Cat” Maher is in eager anticipation of the forthcoming tournament.
“The ACST is looking forward to welcoming everyone along next week from far and wide to enjoy in fine camaraderie, good cricket and making friendships through the game. We welcome spectators to come down to the ground and join in the fun”.
For further details, please contact Mr Maher at mmaher.padmir@bigpond.com or by telephone on +61 407 385 481.
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November 2019
ACST Siam International Cricket Sevens
Many Thanks to our Major Sponsors
Asia Escape Holidays
The Asian Cricket Sixes Tour would like to thank Asia Escape Holidays, who are once again supporting the Siam International Cricket Sevens by providing their expertise to take the hassle out of booking for participants to the event.
The Perth based company, which boasts twenty years of experience, has worked alongside the ACST for the last decade offering a first class service.
The ACST thank Mason Adams and his superb team for their continued support.
Duangtawan Hotel Chiang Mai
The ACST is delighted that the Duangtawan Hotel is our designated tournament hotel for the forthcoming Siam International Cricket Sevens.
Duangtawan Hotel is located in the centre of Night Bazaar, one of a famous shopping area in downtown Chiang Mai. Surrounded by a night market where is an ideal district for shopping, sightseeing and commercial business.
Guests can easily access to weekend walking streets, historical attractions and traditional temples while indulged in fascinated northern eateries, original handicrafts, souvenirs and local entertainment.
Accommodation includes comfortable and convenient of 512 guestrooms overlooking Chiang Mai vibrant city view which comprised of superior, deluxe, business room and junior suite types.
The hotel offers a plentiful service of 7 restaurants and bars with guests able to enjoy our wide-panoramic view of outdoor swimming pool, fully-equipped fitness centre and well-being Varee Spa.
The ACST thanks everyone at the Duangtawan Hotel for their kind assistance and look forward to our stay later this month.
October 2019
RIP Ron Jones
The ACST is extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Ron Jones following a brave fight against illness.
Ron from Melbourne played in several of our ACST Phuket events as a part of the Northern Territory Bushrangers team; while his partner Donna was often seen assisting with our scoring. Ron was also known to many of us from being a Chiang Mai regular.
The Sixes family have lost a good man and true friend. We pass on our deepest thoughts to Donna and the Barrington and Jones families.
God bless Ron.
October 2019
New Siam International Cricket Sevens Blog Launched
A dedicated Blog for our Siam International Cricket Sevens Tournament has been created and is now live. The Blog covers the inaugural event in Chiang Mai last November, which also marked the ACST 50th Anniversary Tournament.
Click here to go to the blog or copy the address below.
September 2019
2019 Siam International Cricket Sevens - Roll of Honour
Cup Winners: Raju's CC (Hyderabad)
Cup Runners-Up: Raju's Academy (Hyderabad)
Player of Final: Taran (Raju's CC)
Bowl Winners: TipTop Devibas (Nepal)
Bowl Runners-Up: Cavaliers (Dhaka)
Player of Final: Ashutosh Ghiraiya (Devibas)
Plate Winners: Cavalier Nomads (Dhaka)
Plate Runners-Up: CBB SC's (Thailand)
Player of Final: Masud (Nomads)
Shield Winners: CBB SK's (Thailand)
Shield Runners-Up: Blythswood (England)
Player of Final: Raj Bopari (Blythswood)
Friday Player of Day: Ariol Poudel (Devibas)
Saturday Player of Day: Nilantha (Devibas)
Best Tournament Batsman: Pratilk Pawar (Raju's CC)
Best Tournament Bowler: Vinay Goud (Raju's Academy)
Player of the Tournament: Praveen Kumaredy (Raju's Academy)
Spirit of Cricket: Pritesh Patel (Blythswood)
September 2019
India’s Raju’s Cricket Club reach the summit to lift the Cup
Nepal International Cricket Sevens - Finals Day Wrap - Sunday 22nd September 2019
Raju’s CC of Hyderabad became the inaugural Cup winners of the Nepal International Cricket Sevens Cup winners after defeating their sister side Raju’s Academy at the UDTC Cricket Ground in Pokhara.
The champions from India deservedly collected the trophy as reward for some fine cricket over three days. Taran and Pratilk Pawar led the way with the willow for the CC; while the Academy side provided the Player of the Tournament in Praveen Kumaredy who was ably backed up by Vinay Goud.
The tournament was staged by partners, the Asian Cricket Sixes Tour (ACST), and hosts, DEVIBAS Events and Media Pvt Ltd.
TipTop Devibas provided local cheer, becoming very popular winners of the Bowl, when they overtook Cavaliers total of 57-3 thanks in no small way to a big six from Ashutosh with a few balls remaining. Ariol Poudel and Nilantha both played big parts in their sides’ success.
Cavalier Nomads won through to the Plate Final by defeating Blythswood in the opening game of the morning before lifting the division title as they got past the CBB SC’s score of 61-3 in the final over. Masud was adjudicated to be the player of the match.
The Shield final was a social affair with extras having a large say in the outcome. The CBB SK’s; representing Thailand got over the line against Blythswood despite the best efforts with the bat of Raj Bopari for the Londoners.
The coveted ACST Spirit of Cricket award went to Blythwood skipper Pritesh Patel; who lit up the weekend with his energy and personality.
ACST Chairman, Michael ‘Cat’ Maher reflected on the previous three days while relaxing with the teams after the presentations at the UDTC Cricket Ground. "Many congratulations to all the victorious sides on playing some tremendous cricket, but also offer just as much gratitude and respect to all who’ve taken part in any way.”
“It has been a long held dream of the ACST to stage a tournament in the beautiful country of Nepal. Thanks to our partnership with the superb people at DEVIBAS this has been made possible. I offer huge thanks to Chairman, Mr Shailendra Sharma and tournament coordinator Prashanna Shakya along with everyone who has gone towards helping us make history and take away some wonderful memories. I hope that this is the first of many events here.”
“I would also like to thank all our valued major sponsors without the staging of such an event would not be possible. We termed this event Cricket on Top of the World, and that’s where I feel right now.”
This has been a truly brilliant event to round off another wonderful Phuket Cricket Week. The next ACST event will be the second edition of the Siam International Cricket Sevens at Chiang Mai in November.
Further images of the Presentations can be viewed here on our Tournament Blog.
September 2019
Raju’s Boys Reach for the Summit on Saturday in Pokhara
Nepal International Cricket Sevens - Day Two Wrap - Saturday 21st September 2019
The inaugural Nepal International Cricket Sevens have whetted the appetite of Raju’s Academy and Raju’s CC of Hyderabad in India as they backed up a fantastic opening day in fine style.
The Academy decimated the challenge of Dhaka’s Cavaliers in their semi-final game to reach the Cup Final on Sunday while Raju’s CC proved just too strong for host side TipTop Devibas to clinch their place for the premier clash in a cracking finale to Saturday’s play in front of an enthusiastic audience with Pratik playing a swashbuckling innings for the victors. Sunday’s Bowl final will be played between Cavaliers and Devibas.
The Academy made light work of the CBB sister clubs, the SC’s and SK’s to finish on top of the eight team pile after round one. Raju’s CC ended in third position. Devibas were wedged between them in the standings by courtesy of victories over the Cavaliers and Cavalier Nomads. Nalita stood out for the Nepalese outfit.
Cavaliers had ended in fourth position thanks to a comprehensive victory over Blythswood; with the Essex club also going down to the Nomads, who they’ll face again in the Plate/Shield semi-final first up on Sunday.
The winners of that game will face the CBB SC’s in the Plate Final, after they beat the SK’s in a match full of the spirit of the game. The SK’s will face off against the losers of the Nomads v Blythswood encounter.
Chairman of the hosts DEVIBAS, Mr Shailendra Sharma, was a proud man as he viewed proceedings. “It has been a pleasure for DEVIBAS to host this historic first international club cricket tournament to be played in Nepal. We hope that all participants and out partners at the ACST are enjoying their time in Pokhara.” “It’s something like everyone’s dreams. Cricket should and must be this,” added Mr Sharma.
Following play at the UDTC Cricket Ground the teams returned to the Hotel Barahi; one of the tournament hotels for the Tournament Gala Dinner, to continue making friendships through cricket
Finals Day will commence at 10am on Sunday as the teams look to win honours. Spectators are welcome, admission is free, and refreshments are available.
Further images of the Gala Dinner can be viewed
here on our dedicated Blog.
September 2019
Raju’s Tourists Dominate Day One in Pokhara
Nepal International Cricket Sevens - Day One Wrap - Friday 22nd September 2019
Raju’s Cricket Club and Raju’s Academy of Hyderabad in India were the star teams on day one from Group A; winning all their matches and showing marvellous skills along the way as the peaks of the Annapurna mountain range gave play a stunning backdrop.
Raju’s CC were victorious against Cavaliers of Dhaka, Bangladesh as well as their sister side Cavalier Nomads and the CBB SC’s in the final match of the afternoon as batsmen Tarak and Pratik flayed the ball to all parts. Raju’s Academy came out on top in their matches versus Cavalier Nomads and Cavaliers with Kamal Yadav leading the way.
The tournament got underway following an opening ceremony featuring guests of honour from the state ministry of Kaski District on Constitution Day.
The inaugural event, has attracted participants from far and wide to the UDTC Cricket Ground, with its stunning backdrop, to enjoy a fine festival of cricket organised partners; the Asian Cricket Sixes Tour (ACST) and DEVIBAS Events and Media Pvt Ltd.
Each of the eight sides will play four matches plus a further second round game to determine which honours they will compete for on Sunday’s Finals Day. Matches are of the same format of cricket sixes, with games lasting around forty minutes and consisting of five overs a side; while captain’s have the luxury of an extra fielder to manoeuvre.
Group B was dominated by host club TipTop Devibas as they collected victories over CBB SC’s and SK’s. In the first of the games they bowled out the SC’s as Ario took an amazing 3-6 with some superb spin bowling.
The CBB party did have something to cheer as both sides inflicted defeat on Blythswood CC of Essex, England. Ian Liddell rolled back the years with a retirement for the SK’s.
ACST Tournament Referee Ian Liddell reflected on the day’s play in content mood after his fine knock. “It’s been an excellent start to this historical tournament, with some high quality cricket. The snow capped mountain peaks emerging from the clouds gave us a truly wonderful backdrop to proceedings.”
Participants headed for a social gathering and party night at Karma Lounge on Friday evening as they continued to make friendships through cricket.
Day Two at the UDTC Cricket Ground will start at 9.30am on Saturday. Spectators are welcome, admission is free, and refreshments are available.
For further details, please contact Mr Maher at mmaher.padmir@bigpond.com or by telephone on +61 407 385 481.
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Further photos from Day One can be seen on our dedicated Blog here.
