Press Release
Interactive Avenues & Ambience Publicis makes it through to quarter finals
MUMBAI: Cag Shield Cricket Tournament played on 17th February 2007- league stage round.In the first decider for the quarter finals, Interactive Avenues humbled R.K. Swamy by 4 wickets thus confirming their place. After winning toss and choosing to bat first, R.K.Swamy’s innings came to an end in just 27.4 overs and 172 runs, with Kawal Kazi making 45 runs and Prashant Shetty scoring 39 runs. R. Subramani took 4 wickets for 43 runs. Int. Avenues reached the necessary target in 34 overs, with 6 wickets to spare. Sujit Soman was adjudged the Man of the Match for his score of 81 runs.
Adfactors Advertising won the last match of the group stage by 90 runs against Law and Kenneth. Major contribution from Kishor Jadhav (59 runs), Nilesh Patil (48 runs) and Sunil Patil (40 runs) took Adfactors total to 280 runs in 45 overs. Law and Kenneth batting order couldn’t survive for full quota of 45 overs and were bundled out for 190 runs in 38.2 overs. Durgesh Bhosale took 4 wickets in 29 runs. Adfactor opening batsman Kishor Jadhav was the Man of the Match.
In one of the low scoring affairs on this last stage of the league matches, Euro RSCG team was bundled out for a mere 71 runs by strong Percept team. S. Mulla (3 wkts. for 16 runs) and Indrajeet Yadav (3 wkts. for 16 runs) of Percept were the main tormentors for Euro team. Percept reached the target of 72 runs in only 8.4 overs with 6 wickets to spare. Suresh Jadhav adjudged the man of the match.
Ambience Publicis won the match against Contract Advertising by 25 runs. Batting first Ambience team was all out for 170 runs in 37.2 overs due to a valiant effort by Nipun Goomer who took 4 wickets in 26 runs. Contract Advertising team had a good opening stand of 70 runs between Hitesh Padmashali (50 runs) and Anil Ghodakia (25 runs). Abhay Patel (5 wickets in 24 runs) and Ramesh Arya (3 wickets in 27 runs) restricted Contract to 145 runs. Abhay Patel was the man of the match for his brilliant bowling performance.
The match between Bates India and Vyas Giannetti Creative (VGC) was a fiercely fought one. After winning the toss, Bates India put VGC in to bat. VGC made 277 for 8 in stipulated 40 overs powered by brilliant 64 runs in only 28 balls by all rounder Vaibhav Sane. Atul Hegde (33 runs) and Niket Karvir (31 runs) also pitched in to take total to 277 runs. Bates showed bigger heart by fighting till last ball but fell short by 48 runs. Vaibhav Sane took 3 wickets in 44 runs. He was the Man of the Match.
The stage is now set for the quarter finals, with most of the favourites having sealed their place, and preparations are in full swing to battle it out for the big prize. All eyes are set on the 24th of February, when only four teams will make it to the semis. Will it be the favourites or will there be a few upsets? Keep watching this space.
(The CAG Shield Cricket Tournament: Presenting Sponsor- Visage Images, Radio partner- Radio One, Print Partner- Mid Day, Web partner- Exchange4Media)
Brief Scores
VGC: 277 FOR 8, N. KARVIR – 31 RUNS,
V. SANE – 64 RUNS,A. HEGDE – 33 RUNS.
S. RAO – 4/47, G. VALINJE – 3/53,
BATES: 230 ALL OUT, H. ZAVERI – 45 RUNS, R. RAJA –
49 RUNS, V. DESAI – 49 RUNS, V. SANE – 3/44,
MAN OF THE MATCH: VAIBHAV SANE
R. K. SWAMY: 172 ALL OUT, K. KAZI – 45 RUNS,
P. SHETTY – 39 RUNS, R. SUBRAMANIUM – 4/43,
INT. AVENUES: 174 FOR 6, S. SOMAN – 81 RUNS
N. SAWANT – 3/22, A. CHAKRAPANI – 3/36,
MAN OF THE MATCH: SUJIT SOMAN
ADFACTORS: 280 FOR 7, K. JADHAV – 59 RUNS
N. PATIL – 48 RUNS, S. PATIL – 40 RUNS,
H. MISTRY – 2/54, A. AMIN – 2/33,
LAW & KENNETH – 190 ALL OUT, H. MISTRY – 51 RUNS,
S. TATKARE – 40 RUNS, D. BHOSALE – 4/29,
MAN OF THE MATCH: KISHOR JADHAV
EURO RSCG: 71 FOR 8, N. BHANDARKAR – 23 RUNS,
S. MULLA – 3/16, I. YADAV – 2/16
PERCEPT: 72 FOR 4, S. JADHAV – 28 RUNS
A. MORE – 2/26
MAN OF THE MATCH: SURESH JADHAV
AMBIENCE: 170 ALL OUT, M. JADHAV – 20 RUNS,
S. TADE – 28 RUNS, N. GOOMAR – 4/26,
CONTRACT: 145 FOR 9, H. PADMASHALI – 50 RUNS,
A. GHODAKIYA – 25 RUNS,
R. ARYA – 3/27, A. PATIL – 5/24,
MAN OF THE MATCH: ABHAY PATIL
O&M, GROUPM AND REDIFFUSION GOT BYE
Quarter finals will be played on 24th February 2007
VGC Vs. INTERACTIVE AVENUES
PERCEPT Vs. AMBIENCE
GROUPM Vs O&M
ADFACTOR Vs. REDIFUSSION
Bali is full of memorable moments, and some of them involve animals. Temple monkeys tug at bags, beach dogs nap near sunbeds, and cats wander into cafés like they own the place. Most interactions are harmless, but a bite or scratch can change the day quickly, because you may need immediate medical care and follow-up treatment. This is where Bali travel insurance becomes more than a box to tick.
In this article, you will explore whether animal bite treatment is insured, the exclusions, and the steps to claim easily in Bali.
Why Animal Bites in Bali Need Special Attention
Bites are not only about the visible wound. Insurers and doctors both treat them as medical events that can pose an infection risk, especially when the bite breaks the skin.
A scratch that looks small in the moment can still lead to:
● A doctor’s examination and wound cleaning
● Medicines and dressings
● Follow-up consultations if the doctor advises observation or further care
From an insurance perspective, this matters because claims are usually assessed on medical necessity and documentation, not on how dramatic the injury appears in a photo.
How International Travel Insurance Looks at an Animal Bite
Most travel policies are built around emergency medical expenses for unexpected illness or accidental injury abroad. A bite or scratch usually fits the accidental injury bucket, but coverage is rarely blanket.
In many plans, the following may be considered if a doctor prescribes them and bills and medical notes support them:
● Consultation and outpatient treatment
● Emergency care and procedures, such as wound dressing or stitches, if clinically required
● Prescribed medicines and investigations
● Hospitalisation if the treating doctor confirms it is needed
Common Reasons Claims Get Reduced or Rejected
This is the part travellers often miss. Insurers usually do not deny claims because an animal was involved. Claims become difficult when the event looks avoidable, the reporting is delayed, or the paperwork is weak.
Avoidable-Risk Situations Insurers Scrutinise
Policies commonly exclude or limit claims linked to unsafe conduct or preventable exposure. For animal bites, scrutiny may increase if the incident appears connected to:
● Provoking, feeding, or trying to handle wild animals
● Ignoring warning signs at tourist spots
● Being intoxicated at the time of the incident
● Activities that a policy lists as excluded or restricted
The takeaway is simple: if your own description sounds like a risky choice rather than a sudden accident, the insurer may challenge it.
Delays, Missing Papers, and Policy Conditions
Even when your incident is genuinely accidental, claims can still stall due to basics such as:
● Not informing the insurer or assistance partner within the required time
● Missing itemised bills, prescriptions, or clinical notes
● No proof of travel dates or passport entry details when requested
● Submitting only pharmacy slips without a doctor’s consultation record
International travel insurance is paperwork-driven. If you document it well, you reduce the chance of avoidable back-and-forth.
What to Do If You Are Bitten or Scratched in Bali
Your health comes first, always. But a few sensible steps can protect your recovery and keep your insurance file clean.
Medical Steps That Help You and Your Claim
Act fast, stay calm, and get proper care before worrying about bills.
● Clean the wound promptly and seek medical care, even if it seems minor
● Follow the doctor’s advice, including follow-ups if recommended
● Avoid self-medicating in place of a clinical assessment, because insurers often ask for a doctor’s report
Claim Notes and Documents to Collect
Keep these handy; they’ll save time and avoid follow-up questions later.
● Doctor’s notes that mention the nature of injury, treatment given, and advised next steps
● Prescriptions and pharmacy invoices
● Itemised hospital or clinic bills
● A brief written note of where and when it happened, while it is still fresh in your mind
Final Word
Animal bites in Bali are not rare, and they are not always dramatic, which is exactly why travellers underestimate them. Many travel policies can cover bite-related medical treatment when it is accidental and medically necessary, but the outcome depends on your policy terms and the quality of your documentation. If you buy cover thoughtfully, keep the assistance number handy, and respond sensibly if an incident happens, you give yourself the best chance of both good medical care and a smoother claim experience.
