By Ravendra Madholall
Cambridge Jaguars emerged victorious over Vikings by six wickets with 14 balls to spare on Saturday, June 22, at Guyana’s 58th Independence Competition one-day occasion held at Littles Floor, Scarborough, Ontario.
The event featured two classes: round-arm and flick-bowling. Within the round-arm class, the Jaguars efficiently chased down Vikings’ formidable complete of 114-4 from 10 overs within the remaining match.
Patrick Rooplall, a standout batsman for the Jaguars, performed a pivotal function within the victory with an unbeaten 48, together with seven sixes. Rooplall acquired strong assist from Riaz Kadir and Richard Latiff, each contributing 31 runs every. Avish Rukhram from the Vikings claimed 3-29 from his two overs.
In Vikings’ innings, Amit Rukhram was the highest scorer with an unbeaten 37, adopted by Avish Rukhram with 28 and Avinash Sookdeo with 20. Latiff delivered a cost-effective bowling efficiency, taking 2-14 from his two overs after Cambridge Jaguars opted to bowl first after successful the toss.
Rooplall was named the participant of the match and acquired a trophy for his excellent efficiency. Cambridge Jaguars have been awarded a trophy and C$250, whereas the runners-up, Vikings, took residence a trophy. Every participant within the remaining acquired a medal. Three groups participated within the event.
Within the flick-bowling class, Higher-Hope Cricket Membership had Ontario Softball Cricket League XI struggling at 9-4 within the fifth over when rain interrupted and ultimately ended the proceedings for the day. The 2 groups shared the trophy and prizes. Zakir Khan, a participant within the occasion, gained a Caribbean Airways ticket to any vacation spot their service covers.
As a part of Guyana’s 58th Independence celebrations, Vice-President of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, attended the occasion and met with all of the taking part groups for photograph alternatives.
