In the 4th match of the Caribbean Premier League held on September 1, 2024, in North Sound, the Barbados Royals secured a convincing victory over the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons. Chasing a target of 146, the Royals reached 149/1 in just 15.3 overs, winning by 9 wickets with 27 balls to spare. The match’s star was Quinton de Kock, who delivered an outstanding performance, scoring an unbeaten 87 runs off just 45 balls. His aggressive batting, which included powerful strokes all around the ground, was instrumental in leading the Royals to a comfortable win. For his brilliant knock, de Kock was named Player of the Match.
The Antigua and Barbuda Falcons posted a total of 145/9 in their 20 overs against the Barbados Royals. Jewel Andrew was the top scorer for the Falcons, playing a crucial knock of 48 off 35 balls, including three fours and two sixes. Fakhar Zaman provided a quick start with 17 off 11 balls, while captain Chris Green added a steady 20 off 16. Kofi James and Roshon Primus chipped in with 10 and 16 not out, respectively. However, the rest of the batting lineup struggled, with Sam Billings managing only 8 and Imad Wasim just 2. The Falcons lost wickets at regular intervals, failing to build any substantial partnerships.
The Barbados Royals’ bowlers put in a disciplined performance to restrict the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons. Obed McCoy was the standout bowler, taking 3 wickets for 31 runs in his 4 overs, demonstrating his ability to take crucial wickets at important moments. Maheesh Theekshana also bowled excellently, picking up 2 wickets while conceding just 21 runs with an impressive economy rate of 5.25. Jason Holder contributed with 2 wickets for 24 runs, maintaining a steady economy of 6.00. Dunith Wellalage was economical as well, taking 1 wicket for just 20 runs. Naveen-ul-Haq, despite taking a wicket, was the most expensive bowler, giving away 47 runs in his 4 overs.
Later the Barbados Royals comfortably chased down the target of 146 set by the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons, reaching 149/1 in just 15.3 overs. Quinton de Kock was the star of the innings, playing a sensational knock of 87 not out off 45 balls, hitting nine fours and five sixes, and maintaining a strike rate of 193.33. His aggressive approach ensured that the Royals remained ahead of the required run rate throughout the chase. Rahkeem Cornwall also contributed a quickfire 34 off 20 balls, including five fours and two sixes. Shamarh Brooks provided steady support with an unbeaten 21 off 28 balls, guiding the Royals to a comfortable 9-wicket victory.
The Antigua and Barbuda Falcons’ bowlers struggled to contain the Barbados Royals, as they chased down the target of 146 with ease. Imad Wasim was the only successful bowler for the Falcons, taking 1 wicket for 21 runs in his 3 overs, maintaining an economy rate of 7.00.
Antigua and Barbuda Falcons – 145/9 (20.0)
Barbados Royals – 149/1 (15.3)
Result – Barbados Royals won by 9 wickets
Player of the match – Quinton de Kock
Quinton de Kock
Antigua and Barbuda Falcons | Chris Green (c), Sam Billings (wk), Kofi James, Imad Wasim, Roshon Primus, Fabian Allen, Shamar Springer, Jewel Andrew, Mohammad Amir, Fakhar Zaman, Hayden Walsh |
Barbados Royals | Rovman Powell (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Alick Athanaze, Jason Holder, Obed McCoy, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Shamarh Brooks, Naveen-ul-Haq, Rahkeem Cornwall, Nyeem Young |
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