Victoria Lions

The Victoria Lions cricket team represents Malta, a country better known for its stunning Mediterranean views than its cricketing prowess, but don't let that fool you. Cricket in Malta has seen steady growth, and the Victoria Lions have been pivotal to this journey since their establishment in 2004. While cricket here isn't exactly at the forefront like football or water sports, there's something uniquely charming about watching a match on an island renowned for its rich history and azure waves.

Now, let’s talk about achievements. It wouldn't be fair to compare the Lions’ trophy cabinet with the giants of Test cricket, but their pride, passion, and dogged determination have brought them some memorable moments. The Lions have made a name for themselves in local leagues and have occasionally shaken up the European cricket scene a bit. Their most notable accomplishment was clinching the Mediterranean Cup in 2015, a win that certainly caught a few eyes.

Key players like Daniel Borg have contributed immensely to the team’s journey. Borg, a right-arm fast bowler, has been orchestrating Malta's cricket fortunes for years, often rattling opposition with his sheer pace and unerring accuracy. On the batting side, Michael Azzopardi stands out with his aggressive style and resilience, holding the line when the chips are down.

Rivalries? Oh, there’s a spirited one with the Gozo Gladiators. It's a bit of local flavour, where every match seems like a festival, complete with vocal fans and vibrant atmospheres. Their games might not make international headlines, but they do bring out a sea of red and white in the stands, a testament to the growing cricket fervour.

The Lions don’t adhere to a textbook playing style. Instead, they embrace a kind of unorthodox cricketing artistry, blending grit and a “never-say-die” attitude. This informality, perhaps, is their strength; they're not chained by legacy, freeing them to express and innovate on the field.

Home games are played at the Marsa Sports Club, surrounded by palm trees and the scent of nearby sea salt. It’s an intimate venue, where fans – whether expatriates, locals, or curious tourists – gather in a friendly mix, cheering on the Lions with chants that echo the island’s rich tapestry of cultural influences.

This vibrant mishmash of cultures, casual charm, and underdog spirit makes the Victoria Lions an endearing chapter in Malta's burgeoning cricket narrative, a team that manages to capture the heart, no matter the size of the island or its cricketing stature.

Group A, 30th Match, European Cricket Series Malta - February 15, 2025

Victoria Lions

92/6 (10)

Southern Crusaders CC

123/8 (10)

Southern Crusaders CC won by 31 runs

Player of the Match

Jagadeesh Sreenath

Group A, 29th Match, European Cricket Series Malta - February 15, 2025

Victoria Lions

49/9 (10)

Southern Crusaders CC

53/1 (4.5)

Southern Crusaders CC won by 9 wickets (with 31 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Gulfraz Masih

Group A, 24th Match, European Cricket Series Malta - February 13, 2025

Hamrun Stallions

90/3 (9)

Victoria Lions

89/6 (10)

Hamrun Stallions won by 7 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Lakshitha Senavirathna

Group A, 23rd Match, European Cricket Series Malta - February 13, 2025

Hamrun Stallions

115/1 (7.3)

Victoria Lions

111/5 (10)

Hamrun Stallions won by 9 wickets (with 15 balls remaining)

Player of the Match

Michael Das

Group A, 16th Match, European Cricket Series Malta - February 11, 2025

Gzira United

123/3 (10)

Victoria Lions

108/6 (10)

Gzira United won by 15 runs

Player of the Match

Tanka Kandel

Group A, 15th Match, European Cricket Series Malta - February 11, 2025

Gzira United

90/5 (10)

Victoria Lions

118/6 (10)

Victoria Lions won by 28 runs

Player of the Match

Adhith Rajan

Group A, 8th Match, European Cricket Series Malta - February 9, 2025

American University of Malta

Victoria Lions

Match abandoned without a ball bowled

Group A, 7th Match, European Cricket Series Malta - February 9, 2025

American University of Malta

Victoria Lions

Match abandoned without a ball bowled

Regular Season, 71st Match, European Cricket Series Malta - November 8, 2024

Victoria Lions

Gozo Zalmi

Match Abandoned without a bowl bowled

Regular Season, 67th Match, European Cricket Series Malta - November 7, 2024

Victoria Lions

90/9 (10)

Red Stars

87/5 (10)

Victoria Lions won by 3 runs

Player of the Match

Rejit Abraham

Adhith Rajan
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 31

Milton Devasia
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 38

Pradeep Pushpangadan
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 34

Saif Rehman
Position: Bowler
Batting Style:
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Age: 42

Jagadeesh Sreenath
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 31

Aghil Babu
Position: Bowler
Batting Style:
Bowling Style:
Age: 25

Rejit Abraham
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 36

Vimal Vijaya
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style:
Age: 37

Ajith Kumar
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 32

Mahesh Menda
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 25

Jithin Jinesh
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 31

Amal Raj
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 25

Tamil Selvan
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 30

Sheril Peter
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style:
Bowling Style:
Age: 25

Nirav Goradia
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 44

Shejil Peter
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style:
Bowling Style:
Age: 25

Marsa Sports Club
City: Malta
Country: Malta