Regional Cricket Day Two Summary

The Cricket Regional Carlon Catch tournament witnessed several exciting matches on January 31, 2025, with captivating performances from both batsmen and bowlers. Barbados clashed with Guyana in a high-scoring affair. Barbados, batting first, set a challenging total of 346 runs before being bowled out. Guyana, in their reply, mounted a strong chase, reaching 315 for the loss of only three wickets. Savory anchored the innings with a brilliant unbeaten knock of 95, while Anderson provided solid support with an unbeaten 87. The match remained poised for a thrilling finish with Guyana needing just 32 runs with seven wickets in hand. This match highlighted the batting prowess of both teams, setting the stage for an intriguing tournament.

The Leewards Islands dominated their encounter against the West Indies Academy, exhibiting a strong performance in both batting and bowling departments. In their first innings, the Leewards posted a commanding total of 358 runs, showcasing their batting depth. The West Indies Academy, in response, crumbled under the pressure, managing only 145 runs. Carlon Bowen Tuckett top-scored for the Academy with 34 runs. The Leewards’ bowling attack, led by Pennyfeather and Cornwall, who each claimed three wickets, and supported by Archibald with two, dismantled the Academy’s batting lineup. In their second innings, the Leewards continued their dominance, reaching 134 for the loss of four wickets, with Andrew’s aggressive 57 and Forbes’ unbeaten 38 leading the charge. A highlight of the match was Carlon Bowen Tuckett’s spectacular catch behind the stumps to dismiss Gore. The Leewards ended the day with a commanding lead of 347 runs, firmly placing themselves in the driver’s seat.

Jamaica asserted their dominance against the Windward Islands, showcasing a well-rounded performance. Jamaica, batting first, posted a respectable total of 337 runs, built around Blackwood’s impressive century (109). The Windward Islands, in their reply, struggled against Jamaica’s bowling attack and were bundled out for a meager 195 runs, with John top-scoring with a modest 41. Blackwood and Smith spearheaded Jamaica’s bowling efforts, each claiming three wickets. In their second innings, Jamaica further consolidated their position, reaching 72 for the loss of one wicket, with McKenzie leading the way with an unbeaten 36. Jamaica finished the day with a substantial lead of 214 runs, putting them in a commanding position to secure victory.

Trinidad & Tobago displayed their batting firepower against the Combined Campuses and Colleges (CCC) team, amassing a mammoth total. Declaring their first innings at a staggering 504 for 6, Trinidad & Tobago showcased their batting depth and aggressive intent. Jason Mohammed led the charge with a magnificent 176, while Jyd Goolie provided valuable support with a well-crafted 121. The CCC, in their reply, faced an uphill battle against the imposing total. At the close of play, they reached 114 for the loss of two wickets, with Jeremiah anchoring the innings with a solid 51 not out. The CCC faced a daunting task of overcoming a massive deficit, while Trinidad & Tobago held a commanding position.

The day’s play across the various matches underscored the competitive nature of the Cricket Regional Carlon Catch tournament. Barbados and Guyana engaged in a high-scoring encounter, while the Leewards Islands dominated their match against the West Indies Academy. Jamaica’s well-rounded performance put them in a strong position against the Windward Islands, and Trinidad & Tobago showcased their batting prowess against the CCC. The individual performances, including Savory and Anderson’s unbeaten knocks for Guyana, Blackwood’s century for Jamaica, and Mohammed and Goolie’s centuries for Trinidad & Tobago, added to the excitement of the tournament. The bowlers also played a crucial role, with Pennyfeather and Cornwall’s three-wicket hauls for the Leewards and Blackwood and Smith’s three-wicket hauls for Jamaica being notable performances.

The tournament promised further exciting contests in the days to come. The Barbados vs. Guyana match was poised for a thrilling finish, while the Leewards Islands looked set for a comfortable victory against the West Indies Academy. Jamaica held a commanding lead against the Windward Islands, and Trinidad & Tobago were in a dominant position against the CCC. The individual performances and the closely contested matches indicated a highly competitive and entertaining tournament. The Cricket Regional Carlon Catch tournament showcased the talent and skill of the participating teams and players, promising a captivating cricketing spectacle.