In a tense game during the 21st match of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2024, Guyana Amazon Warriors scored a 30-run victory St Kitts and Nevis Patriotswith impressive performances from both bat and ball.
Ashmead Nedd bowls Kevin Sinclair for a duck
The game started with Ashmead Neddamazing bowling performance. In the first over of the innings, Nedd bowled out Kevin Sinclair for the Ducks, setting the tone early for the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots. Nedd, who was brought into the playing XI for the match, bowled a delivery at 101kph from close to the wicket, which headed into the stumps. Sinclair, trying to cut the ball with little space, misjudged the length. The ball skidded down, crashed into the sticks and midfield, sending Sinclair back into the field after only three balls to face.
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First wicket for the Patriots as Nedd runs out Kevin Sinclair. #CPL24 #GAWvSKNP #Cricket is Overplayed #BiggestPartyInSport #GuardianGrouptt pic.twitter.com/8qHQmOfmsn
– CPL T20 (@CPL) September 20, 2024
Nedd continued to perform well throughout the match, picking up four wickets in total, which contributed greatly to St Kitts and Nevis Patriots efforts to limit the opposition.
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Shimron Hetmyer leads the Guyana Amazon Warriors to victory
Batting first, the Guyana Amazon Warriors posted a total of 137 for 8 in their 20 overs. Shimron Hetmyer he led his side, scoring 63 runs off 33 balls, which provided vital stability to the innings. Hetmyer’s innings played a key role in setting a challenging target of 138 for the Patriots to chase.
In reply, the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots struggled against the direct bowling from the Guyana Amazon Warriors. Despite a few starts, the Patriots were bowled out for 107 in the 19th over. Shamar Joseph he contributed to the Warriors’ attack by swinging the ball, picking up three wickets and ensuring that the Patriots could not build momentum in their chase.
The Guyana Amazon Warriors won the game by 30 runs, and continued to strengthen their position in the tournament. Hetmyer was named Player of the Match for his excellent batting performance, which laid the foundation for his team’s victory.
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