GCB/BCA U13 Tour: Barbados square series after convincing win

Barbados drew level in the Under-13 series with a composed and clinical performance against Guyana in the fourth match at the Everest Cricket Club ground on Wednesday, winning comfortably after choosing to field first in the rain-affected clash.
After winning the toss, the Barbadian side made an immediate impact with the ball, striking early to put the hosts under pressure. Guyana lost two quick wickets as the Barbados bowlers maintained good discipline and extracted assistance from the surface.
However, a stabilising partnership between Sahid Gajnabi and Afraz Khan helped Guyana recover. The pair showed resilience and composure, each scoring 28 runs to halt the early slide. Adrian Emmanuel added further support with a measured 13, but Guyana struggled to build and sustain momentum as wickets continued to fall at regular intervals.
At the end of their allotted 35 overs, Guyana’s Under-13 finished on 119 for 8, a total within Barbados’ reach. Kijani Inniss was the standout performer with the ball, returning excellent figures of 3 for 18, while Anahri Hinds provided strong support with 2 for 28, keeping the pressure firmly on the batting side.
Rain briefly interrupted play during the interval, resulting in a revised target for Barbados. When play resumed, the visitors approached the chase with maturity and confidence.
Jon-David Greene anchored the innings with a patient and responsible knock, finishing unbeaten on 27 from 62 balls. His calm presence ensured Barbados never lost control of the chase. The in-form Natarie Lavine once again impressed, top-scoring with an attacking 31 from 40 deliveries, which included four well-timed boundaries that helped quicken the scoring rate.
Z’Dari Scantlebury also played a useful supporting role, remaining not out on 16 from 22 balls, as Barbados reached 106 for 3 in 22.5 overs to seal victory with ease.
The win levels the series at 2–2, setting up a decisive fifth and final match. That encounter is scheduled to be played today at the Everest Cricket Club ground, with the first ball set to be bowled at 10:00h. Both teams will be eager to claim series honours in what promises to be an exciting conclusion.