Barbados Royals Inch Closer to Back-to-Back Women’s Caribbean Premier League Titles
Barbados Royals Secure 17-Run Win Over Guyana Amazon Warriors
TAROUBA, Trinidad, CMC – The defending champions Barbados Royals have taken a significant step towards capturing their second consecutive Women’s Caribbean Premier League title after recording a 17-run victory over the Guyana Amazon Warriors on Monday night.
Playing at the Brian Lara Cricket Stadium, the Royals prevailed in a low-scoring affair, mustering 101 for eight in their 20 overs, despite Captain Hayley Matthews’ first failure with the bat in the tournament, scoring just two runs from 13 balls.
Spinners Dominant as Amazon Warriors Fall Short
Facing a straightforward run chase, the Amazon Warriors were stifled by spinners Matthews and Qiana Joseph, who were named Player-of-the-Match, and could only muster 84 for nine from their 20 overs.
Matthews was the pick of the bowlers with 4-14, while Joseph grabbed 3-16 and accounted for key wickets, including Amazon Warriors captain Lauren Winfield-Hill for 12, to leave them 25-3.
Falcons’ Batting Effort Highlights the Match
Joseph also produced with the bat earlier, scoring 19 to help the Royals reach their eventual total. Erin Burns was the Amazon Warriors’ best bowler with figures of 3-31, and also scored 18, while Ismail took 2-11 and Chloe Tryon 2-17.
Conclusion
The victory marked the Royals’ third straight win in the tournament, assuring them a spot in Thursday’s final. Their opponents will be decided on Tuesday following the outcome of their final game against the Trinbago Knight Riders.
FAQs
Q: Who won the match?
A: The Barbados Royals won by 17 runs against the Guyana Amazon Warriors.
Q: Who was named Player-of-the-Match?
A: Qiana Joseph was named Player-of-the-Match for her impressive performance.
Q: How many runs did the Royals score?
A: The Royals scored 101 for eight in their 20 overs.
Q: Who will be the Royals’ opponents in the final?
A: The Royals’ opponents in the final will be decided on Tuesday following the outcome of their final game against the Trinbago Knight Riders.