Whakatāne Rangatahi Sports Club delivered another dominant performance in Round 10 of the Lakelands Championship 40-over competition, posting an imposing 308/7 before securing a comprehensive 156-run victory over Geyser City Ressies.

Local hero Kunal Mahajan again proved why he has become one of the competition’s most consistent performers.

Producing a composed and timely 50 off 46 balls – his third half-century of the season – Mahajan anchored the innings when stability was needed most.

He then returned with the ball to claim two wickets for 25 runs from five overs, completing an outstanding all-round contribution.

“We just focused on building partnerships and playing our roles.

“Once we crossed 300, we knew if we stayed disciplined with the ball, the result would take care of itself,” Mahajan said.

At the other end, Achan Jot Singh delivered a superb 89 runs, narrowly missing a century, but setting the foundation for Whakatāne Rangatahi Sports Club’s commanding total.

His innings combined patience, control and smart shot selection to build momentum throughout the middle overs.

“It was important to bat deep and give the team a strong platform. The boys finished well and the bowlers backed it up perfectly,” Singh said.

The bowling unit dismissed Geyser City for 152 in 31 overs to seal the emphatic win.