Wicket-keeper/batsman Tevin Imlach said his recent drafting to the Guyana Jaguars franchise ahead of the 2018/19 Professional Cricket League (PCL) season was built on hard work and dedication.
Regional Four-Day Defending champions Guyana Jaguars during the recent PCL draft selected five cricketers. Jamaican franchise player Ramaal Lewis; senior all-rounder Christopher Barnwell; opener Akshaya Persaud, who made his debut last season; Antiguan Javier Spencer and Imlach were the chosen five.
During a brief interview with Guyana Times Sport on Tuesday, the classy opener shared his thoughts regarding his selection to the Jaguars team. An elated Imlach said despite working hard, he was still a bit shocked at the selection: “Well during the season I’ve been working hard, so it came as a surprise, but it’s something that I’ve been looking forward to.”
Tevin Imlach
The 21-year-old who, along with his Windies U-19 teammates Shimron Hetmyer and Keemo Paul – both of whom went on to play international Test ODI and T20s for the West Indies senior team – will be remembered for his heroics in the 2016 Youth World Cup.
Looking ahead, Imlach said he was adamant about the future and what it held for him as a cricketer. He added that he was excited and looking forward to this season as he was more focused on making an impact and fulfilling his role as one of the top wicket-keeper/batsmen in Guyana.
Guyana Jaguars will be focused on defending their title for a fifth year and will rely on their match winners over the years including Veerasammy Permaul, Leon Johnson, Vishal Singh, Chandrapaul Hemraj, Gudakesh Motie, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Keon Joseph, and Anthony Bramble.
Meanwhile, both Paul and Hetmyer were not retained by Guyana owing to them both having active West Indies contracts, but they are still eligible to play for Guyana once there are no conflicting Windies duties.
Also veteran batsman Shivnarine Chanderpaul who played a key role for his country last season will feature this season on a pay-per-play basis for Guyana.
(Clifton Ross)
