The Demerara Cricket Board (DCB) Under-19 Inter-Association 50-over tournament continued on Thursday with thrilling matches at the Police Sports Club ground in Georgetown and the Meten-Meer-Zorg ground. Both fixtures showcased exceptional individual and team performances, leaving fans entertained.
At the Police Sports Club ground, East Bank Cricket Association (EBCA) U19 won the toss and elected to bat against East Coast Cricket Board (ECCB) U19. However, their innings crumbled under disciplined bowling, as EBCA U19 was bowled out for just 46 in 21.5 overs. Only Joshua Budram (12) and Yeshua Huston (14) reached double figures, while Arun Gainda and Kaylan Callendar ran through the batting line-up, each claiming four wickets.
In reply, ECCB U19 chased down the target comfortably, reaching 49 for 2 in just 8.3 overs. Yannick Newton contributed 13, and an unbeaten 12 from Munesh Outar sealed an emphatic victory.
Meanwhile, at Meten-Meer-Zorg, the West Demerara Cricket Association (WDCA) U19 faced off against the Upper Demerara Cricket Association (UDCA) U19 in a high-scoring affair. Electing to bat first, WDCA posted a massive 241 for 0 in 30 overs, powered by a blistering 131 from Parmeshwar Ram off 86 balls, featuring nine fours and seven sixes. Arvin Suknandand also starred with 73 from 99 deliveries, including nine boundaries.
Chasing an imposing total, UDCA U19 never got going and were bowled out for 68 in just 16.5 overs. Navindra Sankar led the bowling charge with spectacular figures of 5 for 24, leaving WDCA triumphant by 173 runs.
The recent matches highlighted the depth of talent in Demerara’s under-19 ranks, with standout performances from both batsmen and bowlers demonstrating why this tournament is a key platform for the region’s emerging stars.
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