As soon as once more, the Jamaica Scorpions confronted a difficult day as their batting line-up faltered in opposition to the spin bowling of the Trinidad & Tobago Pink Pressure on the second day of their West Indies Championship match at Sabina Park on Thursday.
With the guests piling up 432 all out of their first innings, the Scorpions confronted an uphill process, ending the day on 159 for 9, nonetheless trailing by 273 runs.
Off-spinner Bryan Charles was the standout performer for the Pink Pressure, claiming six wickets because the Scorpions’ batting line-up struggled in opposition to his fast-spinning deliveries. Solely Kirk McKenzie managed to place up important resistance, scoring 57 runs.
McKenzie’s valiant effort was overshadowed by Charles’ dominance, who accounted for key wickets together with opener Javaughn Buchanan and McKenzie himself.
A spirited knock of 33 runs
Decrease-order batter Jeavor Royal contributed with a spirited knock of 33 runs, but it surely wasn’t sufficient to raise the Scorpions out of hassle.
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Reflecting on his efficiency, Charles credited the spinning pitch for his success and emphasised his technique of bowling with a bit extra tempo than the Jamaican spinners.
Within the first innings, the Pink Pressure added 124 runs to their in a single day complete, with Terrance Hinds and Khary Pierre making priceless contributions. Hinds top-scored with 79 runs, supported by Pierre’s 43.
Because the Scorpions face an uphill battle, they are going to want a powerful batting efficiency on the third day to remain in rivalry within the match.
