Barbados defeats Guyana in opener

Man of the Match, Guyana’s captain, Kevin Douglas during his bowling spell of 3 for 16 from three overs, which nearly got his side the victory. Earlier he scored 58 during Guyana’s innings (Royston Alkins photo)

Host Guyana went down to Barbados by four wickets in the opening match of the 10th West Indies Cricket Council for the Blind  cricket tournament for the visually impaired,  yesterday at the Malteenoes Sports Club (MSC) ground.

Guyana, who were sent in to bat after losing the toss, compiled 292 for 9, from their allotted 40 overs. Captain and West Indies player, Kevin Douglas was in fine touch, stroking a fluent 58, inclusive of four fours, while opener, Gershon Mahase chipped in with 39, including two boundaries.

Extras contribution was a hefty 89, 80 of which were wides, as Halden Ford (2 – 27) and Carl Sobers (2 – 38), led Barbados’ bowling effort.