The Mini Cricket Field at Mike’s Forest Retreat

The Mini Cricket Field

Echoing with elegance and playful legacy, the Mini Cricket Field at Mike’s Forest Retreat brings the spirit of the game to a gracious setting.

The bat still sings, the ball still spins,
On smaller fields, the soul still wins.

A Beloved Game, Refined by Scale

At Mike’s Forest Retreat, our mini cricket field is not a scaled-down experience—it’s a thoughtfully reimagined one. With carefully maintained turf, a proper pitch, and all the essential markings of the game, it offers everything a full-sized ground might—except the vastness of distance.

What you lose in boundary size, you gain in intimacy. Here, matches feel closer, moments more shared, and play becomes part of the surrounding landscape. It’s a space where cricket is felt, not just played—with energy, elegance, and a sense of joyful participation.

A Legacy Grounded in Passion and Play

The our cricket field carries the silent weight of legacy—after all, it belongs to a retreat founded by Mike Dalvi, a seasoned cricketer with Ranji and Zonal honours. His love for the sport isn’t locked away in trophies; it breathes in this field, in the joy of a well-played shot, in the rhythm of a smooth run-up.

Here, cricket isn’t just an offering—it’s an inheritance. And whether you’re playing or simply watching from the side-lines, you can feel the difference that kind of lineage makes. It’s not about performance—it’s about presence.

Where the Game Meets the Forest’s Grace

What sets this field apart isn’t just its proportions—it’s the way it sits within the natural surroundings. Enclosed by trees and kissed by filtered sunlight, it blends the pulse of play with the peace of place.

There’s a rare quietness even amid movement, a softness in how the cheers echo, and a charm in how casually the game folds into the day. Whether it’s a full match or a few overs among friends, the field remains both vibrant and inviting.

Tips for Enjoying the Mini Cricket Field to the Fullest

This field is more than a venue—it’s a celebration of cricket’s spirit in an unusually soulful setting. Whether you’re stepping onto it for the first time or reliving memories, a little mindfulness can enrich your experience.

  • Don’t be fooled by the size—treat every match with the same spirit as a full field

  • Mix age groups or skill levels—this space is ideal for inclusive, light-hearted games

  • Take a moment to observe the natural beauty around between overs or innings

  • If you’re not playing, enjoy being a spectator—shade, comfort, and silence make it pleasant

  • Ask about Mike Dalvi’s cricketing stories—they add a layer of richness to the match

A Field That Welcomes All with Open Arms

Whether you’re a guest arriving solo, a family spending a playful afternoon, a wedding party looking for a fun icebreaker, or a team on a corporate offsite building camaraderie—the mini cricket field offers its own kind of magic.

It reminds you why you fell in love with the game in the first place: the shared laughs, the elegant strokes, the way time stretches between deliveries. In this field, the game comes close again—personal, vivid, and joyfully alive.

Plan Your Stay, Celebration, or Strategy Retreat

Whether you’re planning a restful holiday, a wedding with layers of meaning, or a corporate retreat that values both vision and pace—Mike’s Forest Retreat welcomes you.

Here, cricket finds new charm in a scaled-down space—where the boundaries may be smaller, but the memories go a long distance.

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