{
  "id": 18537835,
  "title": "Meet Kadir Patel, The Man Behind Anjuman-I-Islam Allana's Historic Hat-Trick Of Harris Shield Titles In Mumbai",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/meet-kadir-patel-the-man-behind-anjuman-i-islam-allanas-historic-hat",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-06T17:21:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/meet-kadir-patel-the-man-behind-anjuman-i-islam-allanas-historic-hat-trick-of-harris-shield-titles-in-mumbai"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mumbai's Anjuman-I-Islam Allana English (Fort) School head coach, Kadir Patel, expressed his joy after guiding his team to a hat-trick of Harris Shield titles. Patel emphasized the significance of achieving this feat, stating, \"It is amazing to complete a hat-trick of titles. Our old days are coming back. We have to keep performing as all eyes are on Anjuman.\"\n\nThe coach recalled Anjuman's dominance in the inter-school tournament over the past 130 years, highlighting that the school ended a two-decade title drought in 2024, despite the controversy surrounding the victory. Patel explained that the team secured the title based on a four-run lead in the first innings, with the second innings ending in a tie (against Modern English School). The decision in Anjuman's favor was in line with BCCI rules, but many disagreed. Patel reiterated their objective of securing a one-sided win in both years, avoiding close matches that could introduce unnecessary controversy.\n\nThe final showcased the team's prowess, with Patel acknowledging the contributions of key players such as Rajveersinh Surve, Umar Khute, all-rounder Aarav Yadav, skipper Devashish Ghodke, and seamer Anuj Singh. Anuj Singh's exceptional bowling helped Anjuman set up the final with a four-wicket burst, while Ghodke, declared as the best batter, scored 39 runs in the first innings. Patel also commended the spin department, noting that their success was attributed to quality leg spinners, even though the team lacked a left-arm spinner in the previous two seasons. The coach highlighted the importance of field placement and trapping batters, emphasizing that Anjuman secured the win despite initial doubts.\n\nPatel attributed Anjuman's success to the management's support and their rigorous training regimen over the past three years. He outlined the team's approach, stating, \"We do 3-4 months of training indoors in Chembur (during monsoon). We work on mistakes and gel the team well. Then we come outdoors and do nets, work on fielding and fitness, and play matches to be ready for the tournament.\" The coach also praised the school's management, stating, \"Our management has supported us well. Zahir (Kazi, President) sir is happy; he is enthusiastic and has played cricket. He came here and encouraged the boys. The school gave all the facilities required for training and playing matches.\"\n\nPatel reserved special praise for skipper and wicketkeeper-batter Devashish Ghodke, acknowledging his leadership qualities. He stated, \"He has captained the Mumbai U16 team and is an MS Dhoni-type captain and wicketkeeper. He took over infield decisions, making my life easier.\"",
  "summary": "Mumbai: Anjuman-I-Islam Allana English (Fort) School’s head coach, Kadir Patel, was elated after inspiring the team to a hat-trick of Harris Shield titles. “It is amazing to complete a hat-trick of titles. Our old days are coming back. We have to keep performing as all eyes are on Anjuman,” said Patel. Overcoming Past Controversy His words carry history. Patel reminded everyone that Anjuman has…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}