In a rain-affected match on the Kensington Oval, the Barbados Royals emerged victorious towards Antigua and Barbuda Falcons by 10 runs utilizing the DLS methodology. After successful the toss and opting to bowl in Match 13 of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2024, the Royals confronted a difficult innings from the Falcons, who posted 176 runs for the lack of 5 wickets of their allotted 20 overs.
Falcons set a aggressive goal towards Royals
The Antigua and Barbuda innings was anchored by Justin Greaves, who scored a stable 61 runs off 52 balls, together with 8 fours and a six. Sam Billings additionally contributed considerably with a well-made 56 runs off 43 deliveries. Their efforts helped the Falcons attain a good complete, regardless of dropping wickets at common intervals.
For the Barbados Royals, Jason Holder and Naveen ul Haq have been the standout bowlers, every claiming 2 wickets. Holder completed with figures of two for 36 in his 4 overs, whereas Naveen took 2 for 34 in 3 overs. Keshav Maharaj additionally chipped in with an important wicket of Brandon King, conceding simply 19 runs in his 4 overs.
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Quinton de Kock steers Royals to victory
Royals’ chase was spearheaded by Quinton de Kock, who performed an excellent innings of 48 runs off 30 balls, hitting 4 fours and a couple of sixes. Alick Athanaze supported him effectively with a gradual 34 runs off 29 balls.
Regardless of some early setbacks, the Royals maintained a gradual run fee and ultimately reached 127 runs for the lack of 3 wickets in 14.3 overs earlier than the rain curtailed the match. The Royals have been declared winners beneath the DLS methodology, securing an important win within the match.
Participant of the Match
Quinton de Kock was named Participant of the Match for his impactful innings, which laid the inspiration for the Royals’ profitable chase. The victory positioned the Barbados Royals in a robust place as they proceed their marketing campaign within the CPL 2024.
The Royals will look to construct on this momentum of their upcoming matches, whereas Antigua and Barbuda will goal to regroup and bounce again from this slender defeat.
