MUMBAI, June 15, 2026: MSC Maratha Royals, owned by Kapil and Alisha Baheti along with Mayank Khandwala, have created history by becoming the first franchise to successfully defend the T20 Mumbai League title, defeating Arcs Andheri by 8 runs in a thrilling final on Saturday.
The landmark achievement marks a second consecutive championship for the franchise and reinforces MSC Maratha Royals’ position as the most successful team in the competition. Built through a long-term commitment to talent development, strong leadership and a culture of excellence, the franchise has established itself as the benchmark team in the T20 Mumbai League.
Kapil and Alisha Baheti, Co-Owners, MSC Maratha Royals, said, “From day one, our vision was to build a franchise that could create sustained success, develop local talent and compete at the highest level year after year. To become the first team to successfully defend the title is incredibly special and a testament to the players, coaching staff and everyone associated with the franchise. We’re proud of what we’ve built together and excited about what lies ahead.”
Mayank Khandwala, Co-Owner, MSC Maratha Royals added, “What makes this achievement particularly meaningful is that it reflects the culture we’ve worked hard to create as a franchise. Success doesn’t happen overnight. It comes from consistency, trust, preparation and backing people over time. This title is a reflection of those values and the incredible effort of everyone involved.“
“It was tough to step off the field in a final, but I had complete confidence in this group. There were moments this season that tested us, but the team stayed committed to each other and kept moving forward. Lifting the trophy again with this squad is a moment I’ll always remember,” said Siddhesh Lad, Captain, MSC Maratha Royals.
After lifting the trophy in 2025, the MSC Maratha Royals returned this season with the challenge of defending their crown, one of the toughest feats in franchise sports. With strong leadership, emerging talent and collective performances, the team successfully retained its title and set a new benchmark in the league.
Batting first in the final, MSC Maratha Royals posted 154/5, led by a composed 61 from Chinmay Sutar. Defending the total, the team’s bowling unit restricted Arcs Andheri to 146/8 to secure an 8-run victory. Sutar was named Player of the Match, while Tushar Deshpande finished as the tournament’s leading wicket-taker.
Winning the league again this year also showcased the franchise’s strength in nurturing local talent, with players such as Atharva Bhosale making significant contributions throughout the season. The team’s resilience was further tested in the final when captain Siddhesh Lad was forced to leave the field due to injury, with Tushar Deshpande stepping in to guide the side through the closing stages.
With back-to-back championships and a proven track record of developing talent and delivering results, MSC Maratha Royals have emerged as the benchmark franchise in the T20 Mumbai League. The success further validates the long-term vision of owners Kapil and Alisha Baheti, whose investment in building a high-performance culture has transformed the team into the competition’s most successful side.
About MSC Maratha Royals
MSC Maratha Royals are a professional T20 franchise competing in the T20 Mumbai League, owned by Kapil Baheti and Alisha Baheti. Representing the rich cricketing legacy of Maharashtra, the team has emerged as the most successful side in the league, with consecutive championship wins in 2025 and 2026.
