In a nail-biting CPL 2024 clash at Queen’s Park Oval, Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) edged Guyana Amazon Warriors by 5 wickets in a thrilling finish. Guyana, after losing early wickets, were rescued by a blistering 51 off 24 balls* from Romario Shepherd, taking them to 148/7 in 20 overs. Tim Robinson (34 off 28) was the next best scorer, but TKR’s bowlers, particularly Waqar Salamkheil (2/19) and Sunil Narine (2/24), kept the batting lineup in check.
Chasing 149, TKR struggled early, finding themselves at 89/5, with contributions from Shaqkere Parris (29 off 29) and Nicholas Pooran (19 off 17). However, it was the explosive partnership between Andre Russell (36* off 15) and Tim David (31* off 24) that turned the game around. Russell hit 4 sixes in his innings, including three in a single over, while David played a composed supporting role.
Nathan Sowter (2/37) and Keemo Paul (1/38) bowled well for Guyana, but they couldn’t prevent the power-hitting duo from chasing down the target in 19.2 overs.
Key Moments:
- Romario Shepherd’s half-century brought Guyana back into the game after they were reduced to 76/7.
- Andre Russell’s explosive hitting in the final overs, including three sixes in one over, brought TKR to the brink of victory.
- Tim David’s finishing ability, complementing Russell, ensured TKR crossed the line with 4 balls to spare.
Captains’ Comments:
- Kieron Pollard (TKR) emphasized how special the win was, dedicating it to Dwayne Bravo, one of TKR’s local icons, who may have played one of his last games at the Queen’s Park Oval. He praised Russell and David for finishing the game in style.
- Shai Hope (Guyana Amazon Warriors) acknowledged that they were a few runs short but credited Shepherd for his heroic innings that brought them back into the match. He also lauded the bowling effort for taking the game deep despite a below-par total.
Brief Score:
Guyana Amazon Warriors: 148/7 in 20 overs (Romario Shepherd 51* off 24, Tim Robinson 34 off 28; Waqar Salamkheil 2/19, Sunil Narine 2/24)
Trinbago Knight Riders: 149/5 in 19.2 overs (Andre Russell 36* off 15, Tim David 31* off 24; Nathan Sowter 2/37, Keemo Paul 1/38)
Result: Trinbago Knight Riders won by 5 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
Player of the Match: Andre Russell (TKR) – 36* off 15 balls
This victory added to the excitement of the CPL 2024 season, with TKR displaying their middle-order strength once again.
