ARI Volleyball Schedule

Due to unforeseen reasons, Transformers pulled themselves out of the league. The schedule is updated to reflect this. These time slots will be used for the games affected by weather or for rescheduled one's(If needed!).

Dirty Little Secrets/Rumors - Part 2

Continuation to Dirty Little Secrets/Rumors - Part 1

 

The Recruiting Process: 

After holding pow wows with the senior members in the team Papi has decided to test Sastry and Sunil in an innovative way.

Papi: All right, here is the deal. You guys are under scrutiny for 7 days.

Day-1: You guys need to bowl 2 overs each to Susheel and not make him play even a single shot on the off side.

Sunil: Quick to jump off his seat, “ Can bowl wides!!” hahahahahaha.

Papi: Sorry, all legitimate balls

Sastry: Legitimate in the sense ”Being in compliance with the law; lawful” and wide is strictly under the laws of the game.

Bhargava: Oh no!! Not again, get me an Oxford dictionary please

Hemanth: He means you shouldn’t bowl wides, no-balls etcetera.

Sunil: Ok, what if we don’t pass this test?

Nagesh: You guys are out of the team. I get to play yay!!

Bhargava: Papi, I have a suggestion let me bat instead of Susheel.

Sunil: Jealous aaa!! LOL

Hemanth: No, let me bat, I have some scores to settle with Sastry

Sastry: Oh yeah!! I am up for it

Vamsi: No, let me bat, I can hit through the off–side too. And I don’t get enough chances to play these days anyways.

Nagesh: What about me then?

Brahmaji: No, let me bat, I am the senior member in the team.

Arvind: No, let me bat, I got married first

Kiran, Uma: In unison, “let us bat, at least now”

Ramesh: No, let me bat, I can knock these guys out of the team

Bharath: Ramesh, can you? @#$%^&()*^

Sandeep: Papi, why don’t we change the rule and make it a little difficult for these guys. Let us make it onside instead of offside.

Papi: Hmmm…I am planning to have a drinks party and discuss this one, Manchi can you…?

Manchi: Sure thing. I am a bachelor now!!

Sunil: Awesome!! Lets discuss in the party. Are we going to CARBON after this?

Sastry: Sorry guys I can’t come.

Papi: Hmm…You Suck!!

Sastry: I know.


Disclaimer: This article is not intended for sensitive, non-humorous individuals. If you are reading this by accident, please don’t hold grudge against god, he is trying to be funny.

To be Continued….

Here is our NEW Captain

Aight... fellow Tranformers, Thank you for participating in such an interesting poll(Thanks to all, who tried to pull him down!). We have a tremendous response (Even Bradley Brave's voted for this, YES they DID), With the flurry of votes, I literally had to close the poll. I know some of you couldn't vote online(and some with 3-4 votes and I considered all your votes, coz we are from a democratic country and RIGGING is absolutely fine), I have also considered your votes, which I got through emails). Having said that.. here is the WINNER by unanimous decision. I congratulate "PAPI" as he won the poll with 80% of the votes. The so called "NEW COMER" Sastry surprisingly stood second with the remaining 20% of the votes and I think MOST of you guys are good at Math, any guesses on what happened to the remaining % ??

So guys here are the results.....

By the way, This poll is all intended for fun, and one cannot question Papi's track record (Only one loss this season). He had led the team with his lethal bowling and with his heavy bat. Wanted to see how many are actively following the blog. Did you guys check Sastry's recent post??.

Interested in contributing to the blog??, let me know!!

Where is Transformers Heading?

Dirty little secrets / Rumors - Part 1

After a short stint with Jai ho, Sastry and Sunil are eager to come back to Transformers. They didn’t know that the status quo is "SNAFU". The entire team ganged up on them and now they have to pass a test to stage a comeback.

Papi: So you guys want to play for Transformers? If so, you need to take a week long endurance test and prove your fitness.

Hemanth: Also, we have our own doubts about your loyalty towards the team

Bhargav: Oh yeah!! That’s what I am Talking about!!! Oh Yeah!!

Sastry: WTF!!! I meant would it be possible for us to take the test on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday only as Sunil has a meeting on Monday and I fast on Tuesdays.

Sunil: It’s ironic that we have to prove our loyalty again. By the way, I can’t miss my Salsa classes too. Let me know the exact time I will try to show up.

Brahmaji: Papi, what is the test? We have to make sure these guys are not trying to fool us again

Nagi: Hmmm, I doubt if I will get a chance to play next season. Brahmaji are you retiring?

Bharath: Let us see how potty mouth they are? In telugu? Hahahahaha!!

Arvind: I don’t think these guys deserve another chance. Anyways, it’s up to you papi to decide their fate

Manchi: Guys, I have removed their names from the blog how can they be reinstated?

Sandeep: Well Said Arvind, let Papi decide

Kiran: Do we need to take the test also?

Uma: I am confused now. I thought we are Jai-ho. Damn!! You guys suck big time.

Vamsi: Don’t worry guys the test is simple. You just have to…….

Navin: Wait, no place for traitors.

Bhargav: Oh yeah!! That’s what I am Talking about!!! Oh Yeah!!

Ramesh: Well said Navin!!

Hemanth: Papi please decide, I cannot wait

Sunil: Alrite, I got to split for my swimming lessons, let us know papi

Sastry: Yeah let us know Papi, I am fasting today and can’t make it. Let us start tomorrow

To be Continued....

Players Intro by our beloved "Sastry"

Intro's by Sastry Kompella: "A fellow Transformer"

Thanks for the lovely Introductions Sastry....

Update: Sastry's Intro by Hemanth added and more to come(That came from our ex captain and from a guy who has spent more time with Sastry)

When Ravi asked me to be a co-author on the blog I had the script already in my mind on what would I blog on. These are solely my personal views and if you have any questions/comments please direct them to me. Its a privilege to be among these talented individuals. I always enjoyed playing with all of you. Jai ho "Transformers".

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Arvind Jujare

Right Handed Bat
Right Handed Bowl

Nick: Juju, Arvind, Pippen (lol)

A general perception in cricket about tall lanky guys is they can bowl really well and have a good arm and this conception is not at all wrong as far as Arvind is concerned. The first time I saw him was during the CAP league in 2008. I felt he was a little reserved then, but he proved me wrong with his antics. He can bat as well as bowl with ease and a very good out-fielder. He resembles Scottie Pippen (the yester year's chicago Bull's star). With the limited chances he had, he proved that he has the mettle to take the team transformers to the next level.

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Bharath Chandrasekhar:

Right Handed Bat
Right Handed Bowl
Nick: Andhrawala (he can swear in Telugu, real good!!)

Bharath is the most technically correct batsmen in Transformer's armory. With a rich pedigree and envious talent he has surprised many teams with his technical flair. Apart from his cricketing talent he has the innate knack of outwitting people with his telugu language skills. Though he is not single anymore he is the best bet for taking singles on the field. I personally feel he has still not performed to the peak of his abilities yet which is a hazardous sign to the opponents and Bharath you owe us one badly dude!!!

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Bhargava Srikantha:

Right Handed Bat
Right Handed Bowl
Nick:Bigtime (That's what I am Talking about)

He is one of the very few players who groomed the team since its baby days. Bhargav is an all rounder equally capable with both bat and bowl. He is a strong on-side player but at times that causes his downfall too. He has led the team to victory in 2009 CITA trophy with a string of matching performances which earned him the Man of the Series Award. He was also named the best bowler for the 2010 tournament. With the age and talent on his side he could achieve more. Good luck Bhargav!!

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Brahmaji Kadium:

Right Handed Bat
Right Handed Bowl
Nick: Brahmi, 4hands(with the gloves), Radium with "k"

He is the Team's wicket keeper. I have known him since the inception of Dozers. His contributions to the team cannot be ignored. He is a tremendous asset as a wicket keeper/batsman and has lead the team to victory with 22 catches in the 2010 CITA Tournament and was the best wicket keeper for both 2009 and 2010 Tournament. He can outwit people with his words and is a very good entertainer. Though there is a slight competition from Nagesh, 4hands remains the best wicket keeper in the side. Keep it going Brahmaji!!

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Hemanth Tippareddygari:
Right Handed Bat
Right Handed Bowl

Nick: Tippa, Hemi, Sundarangudu
Hemanth is the ex-captain of transformers.

He captained the side for the 2009 CITA tournament and has lead the team beautifully. I can only think of two words about Hemi, "Calm and Collected". He is a hard hitter of the ball and bowls teasing leg cutters. Though he gave up captaincy to Papi for the 2010 season, he still remains one of the best batsmen in the side. Be it volley ball, cricket, tennis he has an indomitable flair in every sport that he plays and he is a true asset to the side. Tippa, you Rock!!!!

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Nagesh Dogiparthy:

Right Handed Bat
Right Handed Bowl
Nick: Doosra ( I mean Wicket Keeper:)), Nagi

Nagesh is the second wicket keeper in the side. He can be a good replacement for Brahmaji if he can hone his skills. He is a decent player with the bat and is strong on the on-side. One good thing about doosra is he is never bogged down if he is not in the side and he never stops encouraging the team. Nagi, I know you have the talent to make it to the next level. Keep working, Good luck!!

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Praveen Papireddy:

Right Handed Bat
Right Handed Bowl
Nick: Papi, Babai,

Papi as we all call him, is the current captain for Transformers. He has lead the team wonderfully in the 2010 Cricket tournament without losing a single game. Easily the fastest and the best bowler in the side and at times very useful with the bat, papi is a natural as far as captaincy goes. He has a deadly inswinger which has stunned many, many a time. I always want him to be an all-rounder as he has the skill to be one. keep working on your batting, I wish you good luck!! At times, he can be a PIA(Sorry I didn't mean Peoria International Airport, Pain in the A**!!) but always is accomodating and inviting. Great Going Papi...

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Ramesh Nalagarla:
Right Handed Bat
Left Handed Bowl
Nick: Ramesh, Boxer Bhai

Ramesh came into limelight with his match winning performance against Bradley Victors in the semifinals of CITA 2010 cricket tournament. With his strong wrists and forearms, he looks like a boxer who got into the ring and ready to knockout. He is a strong hitter and a useful left arm bowler. He has worked on his defensive batting and is more tempering now at the crease. Boxer Bhai, we want more sixes from you!! Good luck!!

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Ravi Manchiraju:
Right Handed Bat
Right Handed Bowl
Nick: Manchi(peruku matrame, Just kidding), Ravi

The man behind this blog. Ravi is a hard hitting batsman and a useful bowler. He made his debut for transformers in 2010 CITA tournament.Ravi is very talented with the limited chances he had, he has showed everyone what he is capable of. Ravi is a pro-active guy and puts the team interests above his. Ravi, the team wants more from you, I am sure you will never let us down. All the best!! God bless you thalli...

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Sandeep Sarabudla:
Right Handed Bat
Right Handed Bowl
Nick: Pahelwaan, Macho

Sandeep reminds me of Matthew Hayden albeit a right hander, with high priced arms he can whack the ball to the distance. He is one of those all rounders who can contribute either with the ball or the bat and make himself counted. On a given day, he can surprise you with his sneaky swingers or whacky sixes. His talent was unveiled during 2010 season where he is one of the prolific scorers in the side. Sandeep I wish you the very best and would like to watch you clobber the opponents. Good luck!

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Sastry Kompella:
RightHanded Bat
RightHandedBowl
Nick: Mastaru, Sastry, 6-9 sastry, Bakka shalthi
(Intro by Hemanth Tippareddygari)

Sastry is the most talented cricketer with excellent batting and bowling skills. He started his cricket career with transformers (Dozers back then) in 2007 when the team was in real need of a good bowler and exceeded the expectations by winning the Best Bowler Award in 2009. Also with his impressive batting performance he soon became the heart and soul of the Transformers team. Apart from cricket he has excellent communication skills who can impress anyone within no time. His energy level keeps the group of people around him lively and entertaining all the time. He is the best buddy to hang around although he himself is strictly non-alcoholic. The level of his interest in all kinds of sports like volleyball, Ping Pong, Badminton make him an allrounder. Although he moved out of Transfomers in 2010 to help a new team he could not wait to come back to Transformers. Lets Rock and Roll together and have some fun in future as we always do

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Susheel Sonwani:
Right Handed Bat
Right Handed Bowl
Nick:Susheel, Sonu

He is the "Sourav Ganguly" of Transformers. No I didn't mean he is a southpaw, all I meant was he is a wonderful player on the off-side. Though he favors off-side he is equally fluent on on-side. Susheel is a tricky bowler and has wonderful variations and can get into opponents skin to get them out. He is a terrific competitor and a tremendous asset to the side. I wish he would continue to play for transformers even though he is a family guy now. Congrats and good luck Susheel!!

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Vamsi Chennamsetty: Right Handed Bat Right Handed Bowl Nick: Vamsi, God Father

Vamsi is the abettor of susheel. Most of the times he opens the batting and is the consolidator for the side. I think he is the sort of guy transformers were looking for after their losses in 2008 season. He is a natural strategist and a terrific fielder. Vamsi is always willing to take charge and is not afraid of launching scathing attacks on the opponents verbally. If one were to ask me to describe Vamsi in one word its "Enthusiasm". Good luck Vamsi!!

Game 3: Transformers vs Jaguars

This is by far one of the toughest pools in the league with Titans leading the pool without a loss, Peoria XI and Transformers followed with a single loss.  In order for Transformers to have any ray of hope for Super 6's this is a must win situation and if possible win by a HUGE margin(In case when run rate comes into play).

Jaguars won the toss and chose to field.  With both the openers out of the game(Susheel(getting married and is India), Vamshi(Injured Knee)). Captain Papi opened the innings with Bharat to take advantage of the power play and the strategy didn't last long as Papi gave a simple catch to the fielder at long on. Soon followed by Bhargava. With 5 runs on board and 2 wickets down, It was all about steadying the innings. Hemanth and Bharat had a huge responsibility on their shoulders, They played their shots and kept the scoreboard moving at a brisk pace. Bharat continued his form hitting three 4's over the covers in his well played 28. He along with Hemanth(24) and Ravi (16) kept the Transformers back on track.  Transformers yet to see the best from Hemanth!!!. Then comes the Man of the Match Sandeep, Who kept his cool and played gem of an innings, Looking at the run rate after 10 overs, Transformers were eyeing at a score around 100, Sandeep who haven't got a chance to bat in this league, totally changed the mood of the game. The fielders at the boundary couldn't do anything except to watch the ball sailing every time he connects the ball, with five 6's and two 4's he quickly reached 52 and took the transformers to a much needed 132.

Having posted good score on the board, its time for the bowlers to restrict them and register a good win. Bharat bowled well and varied his pace and got the early wickets.  Bhargava took a brilliant running catch to remove the Jaguars captain(May be one of the best catches in the tournament). Bhargav ajoined the party with quick wickets and at one point Jaguars were struggling at 50/5. Bunny came to the crease, didn't bother about the wickets tumbling and enjoyed his batting. He played his shots and kept the transformers on their toes, He hit seven 4's in his 40+ knock, eventually caught by Bharat on long off to a low full toss from Bhargava. Then its all about wrapping up the innings for Transformers. Bharat finished with 4/16, Bhargava 3/22, Papi 1/16,  dismissed the Jaguars for 91 in 15 overs.

BOTTOM LINE: Useful contributions from Bharat, Hemanth, and solid powerful hitting from Sandeep, disciplined bowling and fielding from Transformers are the reasons behind this 40+ run victory.

Last but not the least, wanted to thank Sastry, Sunil and Shankar for staying till the end and supporting their HOME team.