Former Guyana opening batsman Krishna Arjune has thrown his support behind the Guyana Amazon Warriors to come out on top in this year’s fourth edition of the annual HERO Caribbean Premier League (CPL) T20 tournament.
After failing at the championship games on two consecutive occasions, Arjune is very confident the Guyanese combination can cross the line this time.
Guyana Amazon Warriors featured in the first two finals and that demonstrated their eagerness but definitely there was a lack of the killer instinct. However, the right-hander Arjune feels they should be more equipped now to emerge as a victorious unit.
“I think we have been playing competitive cricket since the starting of the CPL tournament; already contested in two finals showed that we are ready for the shortest version so we should be able to do well this year,” Arjune, who is currently plying his trade professionally in Canada, declared.
Jamaica Tallawahs won the inaugural title in 2013 while Barbados Tridents dethroned them the following year. Trinibago Knight Riders are the reigning champion after lifting the coveted trophy last year.
According to an assertive Arjune, who represented Guyana in 40 first-class matches, the side is well-balanced especially with the inclusion of the overseas stars, they should have great confidence now to make the lasting impression.
The team is led by New Zealand veteran batsman Martin Guptil and with other senior franchise T20 specialists at his disposal, Arjune feels the side would be able to create a good impact.
“I am confident of them putting on an outstanding showing with those players representing the Guyana Amazon Warriors team; they are all quality T20 cricketers and with the rest of Guyanese players, I feel they are a winning bunch,” the 35-year-old Arjune related.
Meanwhile, Arjune also reserved special mention to the tournament’s title sponsor, HERO, stating that the level of cricket has been very thrilling and it adds a new dimension to the region’s lovable game.
With a plethora of West Indies distinguished players displaying their talent, Arjune said the teams will certainly play competitive cricket and the fans are in for treat from the commencement to the end.
Guyana Amazon Warriors got their campaign off to a winning start, beating St Kitts & Nevis Patriots by four wickets in a close game Thursday night at Warner Park. Their next assignment will be against the Trinbago Knight Riders in Port of Spain tonight from 21:00h.
The tournament began Wednesday evening when St Lucia Zouks defeated Trinibago Knight Riders by a handsome six-wicket margin under lights at the Queen’s Park Oval, Trinidad and Tobago. It will conclude on Sunday, August 7 at Warner Park.
