In a dominant show, Trinidad and Tobago’s “Divas” bounced again from their earlier defeat to Guyana by thrashing Leeward Islands within the Girls’s T20 Blaze, securing a cushty nine-wicket victory at Warner Park on Tuesday.
Opting to bat first, Leeward Islands struggled to construct momentum and located themselves reeling at 26 for 4 within the tenth over, owing to disciplined bowling from Trinidad and Tobago. Nonetheless, an important 43-run partnership for the fifth wicket between Jahzara Claxton (25 not out) and Divya Saxena (17) helped Leeward Islands put up a modest complete of 78 for six of their allotted 20 overs. Claxton showcased her resilience with a mature innings, whereas Saxena offered priceless assist.
Trinidad and Tobago’s reply was scientific and environment friendly as they chased down the goal with ease. Opener Shunelle Sawh performed a pivotal function, anchoring the innings with a composed 20 not out, whereas skilled campaigner Britney Cooper contributed a brisk 21.
Djenaba Joseph offered the ending touches with an unbeaten knock of twenty-two, guiding Trinidad and Tobago to victory with almost six overs to spare.
Trinidad and Tobago’s victory was characterised by a powerful all-round efficiency, with each bat and ball, showcasing their willpower to bounce again from their earlier defeat. The excellent win offered Trinidad and Tobago with a much-needed increase as they give the impression of being to construct momentum within the Girls’s T20 Blaze match and assert themselves as contenders for the title.
