Published: March 20, 2026 at 6:12 pm
SPA11 (Shashi Prabhu and Associates) won the Super over after the scores were tied in the final against SSA Strikers (Sandeep Shikre Architects) to win the GVCC Cricket Championship 2026 title in Mumbai.
In what turned out to be a pulsating final, SPA11 scored 25 without loss in the Super Over with Kishore Kamble scoring 18 off five balls with three sixes and Tushar getting five of a ball with a boundary.
In reply, SSA Strikers could manage only 10 and lost Nitish Temkar. Willy remained not out on 8.
Earlier, SSA Strikers, put into bat, made 69 for four in their six overs. Captain Willy topscored with 21 off 8 balls with four boundaries and Nitin Gawade made 19 off six balls with three fours and a six.
In reply, SPA11 were restricted to 69 for six. 80 Prathamesh Pote 2 got 15 and Abhay Shelar also got 15. Shelar was run out by Pratik Hathkhambkar off the last ball to tie the match.
SPA11 down DSP, SSA beat Collage The Devils in semis
In the semifinals, SPA11 scored a 40-run win over DSP and SSA Strikers defeated Collage The Devils by 80 runs.
The 3rd edition of the Godrej Value Co-Creators Club (GVCC) Cricket Championship 2026 was hosted by Locks and Architectural Solutions, a business unit of the Godrej Enterprises Group. Designed as a platform to foster deeper relationships within the Architects and Interior Designers (AID) community, the tournament once again brought together leading design firms from across Mumbai for a spirited celebration of cricket, collaboration and camaraderie.
The championship, held on March 14 and 15, saw enthusiastic participation from prominent architecture and design firms, who came together beyond the boardroom to engage through India’s most loved sport. Over the course of several closely contested matches, teams showcased exceptional sportsmanship and competitive spirit, reinforcing the sense of community within the AID ecosystem.
Following the success of the event, a spokesperson from Locks and Architectural Solutions, Godrej Enterprises Group, shared, “The GVCC Cricket Championship has evolved into a meaningful platform that brings together the architect and interior designer community beyond the professional engagements. At Godrej Enterprises Group, we believe that enduring industry partnerships are built through successful projects, shared experiences, and meaningful interactions. Through the Godrej Value Co-Creators Club, we strive to create platforms that foster deeper engagement and collaboration within the AID ecosystem. This year’s championship witnessed participation from over 230 architects and interior designers / 16 teams / 14 firms, reflecting the growing strength of this community and the shared spirit that continues to drive the industry forward.”
Throughout the championship, the participating teams demonstrated their cricketing prowess and the collaborative spirit that defines the AID community. The event witnessed strong engagement from industry members, further strengthening the platform’s role in bringing together professionals who contribute to shaping India’s architectural and design landscape.
The GVCC Cricket Championship is a key initiative under the Godrej Value Co-Creators Club (GVCC), a platform created to nurture stronger engagement with the AID community. In addition to sporting engagements, the platform also hosts the GeeVees Awards, an annual recognition programme celebrating excellence and innovation in architecture and design.
By bringing the industry together through shared experiences, initiatives such as the GVCC Cricket Championship reinforce Godrej’s commitment to building lasting relationships with its value co-creators while fostering a collaborative and connected ecosystem. Building on the success of previous editions, the GVCC Cricket Championship 2026 further strengthened its position as a distinctive industry engagement platform, bringing together design leaders in an environment that celebrates teamwork, sportsmanship and community spirit.
Brief scores: SSA Strikers 69 for four (Willy 21, Nitin Gawade 19, Nitish Temkar 11) tied with SPA11 69 for six (80 Prathamesh Pote 2 15, Abhay Shelar 15). Super over: SPA11 25 for no loss in 1 over (Kishor Kamble 18 not out, Tushar 5 not out) beat SSA Strikers 10 for one in 1 over (Willy 8 not out).
Semifinals: SPA11 95 for four (Tushar 20, Samiullah Hodekar 20, Kishor Kamble 37 not out) beat DSP 55 for eight (Rakesh Patil 16, Anand S Borkar 12 not out; Kishor Kamble 3/1).
SSA Strikers 122 for four (Nitish Temkar 48, Willy 70; Yogesh Mane 2/11) beat Collage The Devils 42 for five (Sandip Bhor 18).
Player of the Tournament: Tushar Patil of Godrej Locks & Architectural Fittings and Systems
Best Bowler: Tushar Patil of Godrej Locks & Architectural Fittings and Systems
Best Batter: Manoj of Stup Consultants Pvt Ltd.
