Demerara chase down Essequibo as Berbice crush GCB XI

Demerara and Berbice recorded victories when the opening round of the Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) Under-13 Tournament got underway yesterday.
At the Albion Sports Complex, Berbice Under-13 registered a comfortable eight-wicket victory over the GCB Select XI.
The GCB Select XI won the toss and elected to bat but endured a disappointing outing, being bowled out for just 44 in 15 overs. No batter managed to reach double figures as the Berbice bowlers dominated.
Nitan Manna, Aryan Ali, and Omar Ragubar were the chief destroyers, claiming three wickets apiece.
Berbice then made light work of the modest target, reaching 45 for two in 7.4 overs. Manna remained unbeaten on 14 from 28 deliveries, while Summit Samaroo finished unbeaten on 11 to guide Berbice to victory.
At the Lusignan-Bellefield-Isaac (LBI) ground, Demerara Under-13 also secured a six-wicket victory over Essequibo Under-13.

Essequibo, after winning the toss and choosing to bat, posted 134 for eight from their allotted 25 overs. Captain Vidal Narine top-scored with 30 from 36 deliveries, while Kaysean Doodnauth contributed 27 from 32.
Demerara’s Aaron Perkins was the standout bowler, claiming four wickets for 15 runs from three overs.
In reply, Demerara successfully chased down the target, reaching 135 for four in 23 overs. Xavier Dodson led the way with an impressive 41 from 37 deliveries, including five fours, while captain Caleb Bastian struck 24 from just 16 balls.
Their contributions ensured Demerara completed the chase with two overs to spare and secured a six-wicket win.
Action in the tournament continues on Monday, with Berbice Under-13 taking on Demerara Under-13 at LBI, while the GCB Select XI will face Essequibo Under-13 at the Lusignan Community Centre Ground.