Cricket Highlights, 5 Sept: Caribbean Premier League 2024 (Match-7) – St Kitts and Nevis Patriots vs Guyana Amazon Warriors

St Kitts and Nevis Patriots vs Guyana Amazon Warriors (Match-7) – Highlights 

In a high-scoring thriller, Guyana Amazon Warriors triumphed over St Kitts and Nevis Patriots by 40 runs in the 7th match of the Caribbean Premier League 2024. Guyana posted a commanding 266/7, powered by a stunning 91 off 39 balls from Player of the Match Shimron Hetmyer. His explosive innings set the tone, enabling his team to reach an imposing target. The Patriots fought back valiantly, reaching 226 in 18 overs but ultimately fell short. Hetmyer’s aggressive batting and quick-fire boundaries were the highlights of the match, securing an impressive victory for the Amazon Warriors.

Guyana Amazon Warriors put up an explosive batting performance, amassing 266/7 in 20 overs. Rahmanullah Gurbaz led the charge with a quickfire 69 off 37 balls, smashing 4 fours and 6 sixes. Kevin Sinclair contributed 17 off 11 before Shimron Hetmyer stole the show with a blistering 91 off just 39 balls, hitting 11 massive sixes. Shai Hope added 12, while Keemo Paul accelerated the innings with a rapid 38 from 14 balls. Dwaine Pretorius and Raymon Reifer provided finishing touches, scoring 13* and 14, respectively, as the Warriors set a massive target for the Patriots.

The St Kitts and Nevis Patriots bowlers struggled to contain the explosive Guyana Amazon Warriors batting lineup. Kyle Mayers was the most economical among them, picking up 1 wicket for 41 runs in his 4 overs at an economy rate of 10.25. Anrich Nortje also grabbed a wicket but conceded 52 runs in his 4 overs, while Veerasammy Permaul took 1 wicket for 14 runs in 2 overs. Mohammad Mohsin and Odean Smith had expensive outings, giving away 57 and 60 runs, respectively, despite each picking up a wicket. Ryan John went wicketless, conceding 40 runs in his 3 overs.

St Kitts and Nevis Patriots put up a spirited chase but fell short, reaching 226 in 18 overs. Captain Andre Fletcher led the fightback with a blistering 81 off just 33 balls, smashing 4 fours and 9 sixes. Kyle Mayers contributed 28 from 17 balls, while Sherfane Rutherford played an explosive cameo, scoring 34 off 12 balls at a strike rate of 283.33. Mikyle Louis added a handy 31 from 21 balls, but the middle and lower order collapsed quickly. Despite their efforts, the Patriots were bowled out, falling 40 runs short of the massive target of 267.

The Guyana Amazon Warriors’ bowlers did well to defend their massive total of 266, despite a strong effort from the Patriots. Gudakesh Motie was the standout bowler, taking 3 wickets for 34 runs in his 4 overs at an economical 8.50. Imran Tahir also played a key role, claiming 3 wickets for 48 runs, including two crucial middle-order scalps. Dwaine Pretorius chipped in with 2 wickets for 46 runs, while Keemo Paul and Raymon Reifer took a wicket each. Despite some expensive spells, the Warriors’ bowlers did enough to secure a 40-run victory.

St Kitts and Nevis Patriots vs Guyana Amazon Warriors Scoreboard

Guyana Amazon Warriors – 266/7 (20.0)

St Kitts and Nevis Patriots – 226/10 (18.0)

Result – Guyana Amazon Warriors won by 40 runs

Player of the match – Shimron Hetmyer

Shimron Hetmyer

St Kitts and Nevis Patriots vs Guyana Amazon Warriors Playing XIs

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