By Brandon Corlette in St Lucia
Guyana Amazon Warriors’ premier left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie has said he is ready to dominate the 2023 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League.
Having made a mark for the West Indies in both Test and One Day International formats, Motie has said he is ready to cement his place in the West Indies T20 squad.
While staying humble and not looking too far ahead to next year’s T20 World Cup in the Caribbean, Motie has said, he is aiming to pick up crucial wickets this season for the Guyana Amazon Warriors.
Hailing from the cricket-crazy Corentyne community of Albion in East Berbice, this wily spinner of the ball has the best ever Test figures registered by a West Indies spinner; and is also experiencing good form, having picked up six wickets in the three One Day Internationals against India, with figures of 2-26, 3-36 and 1-38.
“My body is feeling really good, and my confidence is very high, coming off a good series against India. Each and every tournament I play is always big for me. I am looking to be among the leading wicket-takers in the tournament,” Motie disclosed.
He added: “I am very happy that I am the guy to turn to. Going out, and when the skipper (calls) on me, I am always ready to make an impact.”
While the Guyana Amazon Warriors have a solid record at home, Motie has said it is important for the team to win away from home.
“It is very important for us to do good. We are looking to win at least four to five matches on the road, so when we go home, we would not put pressure on ourselves to win all the games. Most of the guys know each other, so the mood is good, and we are gelling together and we are looking forward for this tournament,” this effective and determined West Indies spinner has said.
“I do not want to look too far ahead, I just want to take it game by game: go out and perform for my team, and do well every game I play,” Motie has said.
