GEORGETOWN, Guyana — Backed by a roaring residence crowd and bolstered by commanding all-round performances, the Guyana Amazon Warriors stormed into the ultimate of the ExxonMobil Guyana International Tremendous League (GSL) with a convincing four-wicket victory over the Hobart Hurricanes XI on Wednesday evening on the Guyana Nationwide Stadium.
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The Warriors chased down a modest goal of 126 with 21 balls to spare, sealing the win at 128 for six in 16.3 overs. The dominant show not solely confirmed their place in Saturday’s championship conflict, but additionally elevated them to the highest of the desk on superior web run charge, forward of the defending champions Rangpur Riders, who nonetheless have a match in hand.
Hurricanes falter after profitable the toss
Opting to bat first, the Hurricanes by no means discovered their rhythm. Whereas 5 batters managed to achieve double figures, none capitalized to put up a game-shaping rating. Their innings remained disjointed, with transient flashes of intent however no sustained momentum.
The one notable resistance got here from Fabian Allen, who lit up the center overs with a spirited 28 off 20 deliveries, together with two towering sixes. But, his departure within the sixteenth over, falling to the wily veteran Imran Tahir, extinguished any hope of a late surge.
Motie’s masterclass with ball and bat
The true architect of the Hurricanes’ collapse was Gudakesh Motie, whose sensational bowling spell choked the life out of the innings. Returning figures of three for 9 in simply 3.1 overs, Motie dismantled the center order with guile, flight, and management. For his brilliance, he was deservedly named Participant of the Match.
Motie later returned to chip in with the bat, crafting a invaluable 19 off 13 balls—an all-round efficiency that underpinned Guyana’s dominance.
Hetmyer ignites the chase
Although the Warriors misplaced a few early wickets, any rigidity within the stadium was rapidly dispelled by a jaw-dropping blitz from Shimron Hetmyer. With the swagger and aggression which have grow to be his hallmark, Hetmyer turned the match on its head in a matter of minutes, smashing six sixes en path to a jaw-dropping 39 off simply 10 balls.
His gorgeous assault left the Hurricanes surprised and the chase all however full.
Moeen Ali steers the end
Amid the carnage, Moeen Ali performed the function of anchor to perfection. Unfazed and unhurried, the English all-rounder compiled a gentle 30 not out off 36 balls, making certain no late drama because the Warriors eased residence with loads in hand.
With the ultimate looming, the Warriors seem completely poised—boasting a deadly bowling unit, explosive firepower, and the unwavering help of their residence followers.
They now await affirmation of their opponents, with the Rangpur Riders nonetheless to finish their last group stage fixture. But when Wednesday’s scientific demolition is any indication, Guyana’s warriors are prepared to beat.
