MSC crush QC; GT XI chase down Everest in U-17 action

Two exciting encounters highlighted the Georgetown Under-17 Eline Security Logistics 50-Over competition over the weekend, with Malteenoes Sports Club (MSC) and GT XI emerging victorious in contrasting but dominant performances.
At the Police Sports Club Ground, MSC produced a disciplined all-round display to defeat Queen’s College (QC) by 89 runs. After winning the toss and opting to bat, MSC posted a modest total of 206 all out in 43 overs. Shane Shivbarran led the scoring with a patient 34 off 46 deliveries, while Shane Kissoondeo (30) and Tafari Softleigh (28) provided useful support in building the innings.

QC’s bowling effort was led by Nathaniel Sukhnandan and Morven Barron, who each claimed two wickets to keep MSC from posting a larger total.
In response, QC struggled to build momentum and were bowled out for 117 in 38 overs. Sukhnandan returned to top score with 34, while Barron contributed 23, but no other batter managed to reach double figures.
MSC’s bowlers proved too strong, with Nathaniel Harper delivering an outstanding spell of 3 for 8, supported well by Deshawn Ramnauth’s 2 for 13, sealing a comprehensive victory.

Meanwhile, at the Everest Sports Club Ground, GT XI chased down their target in style to defeat Everest Cricket Club in a rain-affected match reduced to 40 overs per side.
Everest, batting first after GT XI won the toss and chose to field, posted 182 for 9 in their allotted overs. Anek Haimnarine top scored with 33, while Vinesh Kalpoo (32) and Joshua Sharma (22) made valuable contributions. Nathan Puran and Aaron Perlins were the pick of the GT XI bowlers, each taking two wickets.
In reply, GT XI were powered by a superb innings from Tyrell King, who smashed 96 off 98 balls, including seven fours and five sixes. He was well supported by Aaron Narine, who added 47 in a crucial partnership.
GT XI comfortably reached 185 for 5 in 37.5 overs, securing a well-earned victory with more than two overs to spare.
The weekend’s results underline the depth of young cricketing talent in Georgetown, with several players delivering standout performances with both bat and ball.