In the Regional Women’s Super50, Guyana defeated the Leeward Islands by 122 runs. Captain Shemaine Campbelle scored 77 runs, while Ashmini Munisar excelled as a bowler with 4-12. Leeward Islands struggled in their batting, managing only 56 runs in response to Guyana’s 178 all out. Guyana will next face Windward Islands on March 3.
Guyana achieved a commanding victory against the Leeward Islands by 122 runs, securing their second consecutive win in the Regional Women’s Super50 tournament held at Warner Park, St. Kitts. The foundation of this success was laid by captain Shemaine Campbelle, who remained unbeaten with a composed score of 77 runs off 97 balls. Releanna Grimmond contributed an essential 30 runs, while Ashmini Munisar, known primarily for her leg-spin, added another 30 runs to stabilize the innings after a brief collapse.
Leeward Islands’ bowlers Kimberly Anthony, Sainavi Kambalapalli, and Davronique Maynard were the standout wicket-takers, with Anthony claiming 3 wickets for 20 runs, Kambalapalli taking 2 for 30, and Maynard 2 for 41, which kept Guyana to 178 all out in 43.5 overs. Despite this effort, Leeward Islands struggled significantly in their batting response. Munisar delivered an exceptional performance with the ball, capturing 4 wickets for merely 12 runs in 6.1 overs, while pace bowler Cherry-Ann Fraser and off-spinner Plaffiana Millington contributed with 3 wickets each.
Only Amanda Edwards managed to reach double figures for the Leeward Islands, scoring 13 runs as the team was dismissed for a mere 56 runs in 24.1 overs. With this decisive victory, Guyana is set to face Windward Islands on March 3 at Conaree Sports Club. The match details can be found in the full scorecard.
In summary, Guyana’s commanding performance propelled them to a decisive 122-run victory over the Leeward Islands in the Regional Women’s Super50. Campbelle’s solid batting and Munisar’s impressive bowling were pivotal in securing this win. Guyana’s next challenge awaits as they prepare to compete against Windward Islands.
Original Source: newsroom.gy
