GUY VS SKN MATCH 15

Right then, that is it from this one-sided affair where Guyana Amazon Warriors have demolished St Kitts and Nevis Patriots and moved to the top of the table. However, the action in CPL 2023 continues on 3rd September, Sunday when Barbados Royals take on Saint Lucia Kings at 5.30 am IST ( 12 am GMT), but as you know you can join us early for the build-up. Until then, cheers and goodbye!

Imran Tahir, the victorious captain, expresses his appreciation for the incredible crowd support at their home ground during the post-match interview. He highlights the satisfaction of witnessing their fast bowlers excel in the powerplay, laying a strong foundation for the spinners to thrive. Tahir acknowledges the room for improvement in their top-order batting, suggesting the need for more runs from their opening batters. He concludes by praising his positive and talented team, expressing confidence in their ability to continue performing well in the tournament.

Evin Lewis the skipper of St Kitts and Nevis Patriots shared his thoughts after the match, noting that they had a strong start with the ball but allowed the opposition to score too many runs towards the end of the innings. He mentioned that Dominic, their bowler in the last over, had been performing well, which is why he trusted him with that crucial over. Lewis also highlighted the importance of a good start in the powerplay but acknowledged that they couldn't achieve it, putting them under pressure. He expressed a desire to find the right combination and improve in the upcoming matches, emphasizing the need for better performances in the future.

Dwaine Pretorius emerged as the Player of the Match, and during the post-match interview, he expressed his delight with his outstanding performance with both the bat and the ball. He acknowledged that it was a challenging situation when he came to bat, emphasizing the significance of his partnership with Keemo Paul, which laid the foundation for the explosive hitting towards the end of their innings. Regarding his bowling, Pretorius mentioned that the wicket wasn't particularly conducive to fast bowlers, but he managed to consistently hit the right areas and set the right fields, which ultimately yielded favorable results. His all-around contributions played a pivotal role in Guyana Amazon Warriors' convincing victory, solidifying his impact on the team's performance in the Caribbean Premier League 2023.

Earlier in the day after being asked to bat first the Guyana Amazon Warriors had a mixed batting performance, with a decent start followed by regular wickets falling. Saim Ayub showed some aggression, while Hazratullah Zazai departed early. However, Shimron Hetmyer and Keemo Paul's partnership of 57 runs rescued them from a precarious position. Hetmyer contributed 36 runs off 22 balls before departing. Keemo Paul, on the other hand, stood strong, finishing unbeaten with 41 runs off 31 deliveries. Dwaine Pretorius chipped in with a quick 27 off 20 balls. The final over, powered by Romario Shepherd's explosive 26 runs off just 7 balls, provided Guyana Amazon Warriors with a substantial total and put them in a commanding position.

In the end, it was an all-encompassing victory for the Guyana Amazon Warriors, triumphing by a staggering 98-run margin in their return to the tournament. This comprehensive win showcased their dominance across all facets of the game and reinforced their position as strong contenders in the Caribbean Premier League 2023.

Guyana Amazon Warriors posted a commanding total of 186 runs on a slow and turning wicket, laying a solid foundation for their victory. Unfortunately, St Kitts and Nevis Patriots faltered in response, managing just 88 runs before being bowled out with three overs still to spare. It was a tough day for the St Kitts batters, with only two top-order players surpassing the 10-run mark. Corbin Bosch emerged as the top scorer for St Kitts with 27 runs. Dwaine Pretorius shone with the ball, delivering an impressive spell with the new ball and claiming three crucial top-order wickets. Left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie also made valuable contributions, securing two pivotal wickets while conceding only 15 runs in his allocated four overs.

The 15th match of the Caribbean Premier League 2023 turned out to be an utterly one-sided affair, with Guyana Amazon Warriors completely dominating St Kitts and Nevis Patriots in all facets of the game, batting, bowling, and fielding and inflicting a humiliating defeat of 98 runs on St Kitts and Nevis Patriots.

OUT! IT IS ALL OVER WITH THIS RUN-OUT! Fuller one on off, Dominic Drakes taps this wid of Keemo Paul at short extra-cover and sets off for a single, Oshane Thomas was slow to it as Keemo Paul picks it up in a flash and throws this right above the stumps in the gloves of Azam Khan as he removes the bails in a flash. St Kitts and Nevis Patriots have been blown apart from Guyana Amazon Warriors by 98 runs.

Tossed up in the middle, Dominic Drakes shuffles to his leg and pushes this towards long off for a single.

Fuller one on off, Dominic Drakes pushes this gently towards short cover for no run.

Short of a length around off, Dominic Drakes punches this to extra-cover.

Tossed up around off, Oshane Thomas lofts this overcover for a single.

Fuller one sliding down leg, Oshane Thomas looks to block it out but gets beaten.

OUT! ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST! Tossed up in middle, Johann Layne clears his front leg and looks for the big slog but hits this from the bottom of his bat as the ball balloons up in the sky towards Dwaine Pretorius at long on. Dwaine Pretorius moves to his right and takes a good running catch.

Tossed up with a bit of off-spin behind this, Dominic Drakes defends this to gully for no run.