By Anas Ahmed 
Warriors of Providence: A Championship Campaign for the Ages
The Guyana Amazon Warriors stormed through the 2025 Global Super League with conviction, skill, and resilience, ultimately lifting the championship trophy after a commanding win over the Rangpur Riders in the final. Their journey, filled with thrilling victories and learning curves, proved once again why they remain one of the most dynamic franchises in modern T20 cricket.
Match 1 – Close Defeat but Strong Signs (vs Rangpur Riders)
Result: Lost by 8 runs
Despite a spirited effort, the Warriors fell short chasing 163, finishing at 154 all out in 19.1 overs.
- Top Performer: Johnson Charles (40 off 28)
- Bowling Highlights: Imran Tahir and Gudakesh Motie shared two wickets each.
- Turning Point: Khaled Ahmed’s 4/36, breaking the back of the chase.
Match 2 – Statement Victory (vs Central Districts)
Result: Won by 66 runs
Rebounding in style, the Warriors posted 158/6, thanks to Rahmanullah Gurbaz’s 58 and Jewel Andrew’s explosive 45.
- Bowling Heroics: Imran Tahir was unplayable with 4/23, and Pretorius chipped in with 3 wickets.
- Highlight: Central Districts bundled out for just 92.
Match 3 – Ruthless Domination (vs Dubai Capitals)
Result: Won by 57 runs
A gritty batting display saw the Warriors post 138/7, led by Moeen Ali’s 40 (38) and Rutherford’s 33.
- The bowlers dismantled the Dubai side for just 81, with Tahir (4/12) and Motie (2/14) leading the charge.
- Moeen Ali earned Player of the Match for his all-round brilliance.
Match 4 – All-Round Excellence (vs Hobart Hurricanes)
Result: Won by 4 wickets
Despite early wickets falling, Shimron Hetmyer’s quickfire 39 (10) and Gudakesh Motie’s vital 19 and 3/9* sealed a comfortable chase of 126 in 16.3 overs.
- Match-Winner: Motie with a sublime all-round performance.
- Bowling Depth: Six bowlers used, all contributing to wickets or economy.
Final – The Redemption (vs Rangpur Riders)
Result: Champions – Won by 32 runs
After losing to Rangpur earlier, the Warriors got their revenge in the most important game.
- Explosive Start: Johnson Charles (67 retired out) and Gurbaz (66 off 38) laid a solid platform.
- Late Fireworks: Romario Shepherd’s 28 off 9* lifted the total to 196/4.
- Key Bowling Moments:
- Pretorius: 3 wickets
- Tahir & Motie: 2 wickets each
- Moeen Ali: 1/13, again impactful in the middle overs
- Rangpur were dismissed for 164, handing GAW their well-deserved trophy.
Standout Stars of the Tournament
- Imran Tahir (Captain): Brilliant leadership and clutch wickets throughout.
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz: Scored over 140 runs with aggressive intent at the top.
- Dwaine Pretorius: Consistently picked up wickets, especially in pressure moments.
- Moeen Ali: The glue with both bat and ball. Delivered impact performances in nearly every match.
- Gudakesh Motie: MVP-worthy spells, excellent economy, and useful lower-order runs.
The Winning Formula for the Guyana Amazon Warriors in GSL 2025
The Amazon Warriors struck the right balance between youth and experience, spin and pace, and explosiveness and composure. Their adaptability to conditions at Providence and trust in their spin trio—Tahir, Motie, and Moeen—paid rich dividends.
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