Georgetown, WDCA shine in latest round of DCB U19 action

The Demerara Cricket Board (DCB) Under-19 Inter-Association tournament continued yesterday with an exciting low-scoring encounter at the Meten-Meer-Zorg ground, where the West Demerara Cricket Association (WDCA) faced off against the East Bank Cricket Association (EBCA).
After winning the toss, EBCA opted to field first – a decision that quickly paid dividends. Their bowlers delivered a disciplined and aggressive performance to dismiss WDCA for just 82 runs in 24 overs.
WDCA opener Arvin Suknanan top-scored with 17, while Amrit Persaud contributed 13. The remainder of the batting line-up struggled to build partnerships against a relentless EBCA attack. Joshua Budram and Rupie Rajaram led the charge with three wickets each, while Vinesh Kalpoo provided solid support, claiming two scalps to keep West Demerara under pressure throughout the innings.
Chasing a modest target, EBCA endured a nightmare start as both openers were removed in the very first over. Pameshwar Ram was the chief destroyer, ripping through the top order with a devastating spell that swung the momentum back in WDCA’s favour.

Despite a fighting 20 from Yeshua Hutson and a determined effort from Vinesh Kalpoo, EBCA found it difficult to cope with the disciplined West Demerara bowling attack. The East Bank side was eventually bowled out for 60 in 22.2 overs, falling 22 runs short of victory.
Ram’s outstanding figures of four for 14 earned him the Player of the Match award, while Robin Seecharran provided crucial support with an impressive three for 10 to seal the win for WDCA.
Over at the Police Sports Club Ground in the capital city, the Georgetown Cricket Association (GCA) won the toss and elected to bat first. Batting in their allotted 40 overs, GCA posted a commanding 318 for eight, powered by strong contributions throughout their batting order.
Dhanesh Persaud led the charge with an impressive 83 off 60 balls, striking 11 fours and three sixes in a powerful innings that anchored the Georgetown total. He was well supported by Shamar Apple, who scored 65 off 42 deliveries, smashing six fours and three sixes as he accelerated the scoring during the middle overs.
Upper Demerara’s bowlers battled hard but struggled to contain the aggressive batting display. Shahid Ramzan and Andy Ramgoolam were the pick of the bowlers, claiming two wickets each as they worked to stem the flow of runs and provide breakthroughs for their side.
Chasing a daunting target of 319, Upper Demerara faced immediate pressure from the Georgetown bowling attack. They were eventually bowled out for 63 in 17.5 overs, falling well short of the required total.
Shahid Ramzan offered resistance with the bat, top-scoring with an unbeaten 27 off 35 balls in a determined effort to stabilise the innings. However, regular wickets halted any hopes of a fightback.
Georgetown’s bowlers delivered a disciplined and clinical performance to secure a comprehensive victory. Jasane Craig, Ravaldo Pereira and Samuel Ally each claimed two wickets, ensuring their side maintained control throughout the opposition’s chase.
The tournament continues today with two scheduled matches. West Demerara will take on Georgetown at the Police Sports Club ground, while East Coast clashes with Upper Demerara at LBI. Both matches are set to bowl off at 09:30h as teams look to strengthen their positions in the competition.