The Georgetown Cricket Association (GCA)/ Georgetown City Cricket Cup & Friends Mayor’s Under-17 Hundred Overs competition continued on Sunday, October 12, at the Georgetown Cricket Club (GCC) Ground, where Malteenoes Sports Club (MSC) secured a hard-fought victory over the hosts.
After winning the toss, Malteenoes elected to bowl first. GCC began positively, with openers putting on 47 runs for the first wicket before Kyle Gibson broke the partnership, removing Shahid Ramzan for 24 off 25 balls. Despite the solid start, GCC’s top order faltered under disciplined bowling. Omarian Cummings played a lone hand in the middle order, scoring a resilient 43, but received little support as wickets tumbled regularly. The innings folded for 180 in 41.2 overs.
Malteenoes’ bowling attack was led by Joshua Budhram, who delivered a brilliant spell of 5 for 42, while Deshawn Ramnauth provided excellent support with figures of 4 for 35.
Chasing 181 for victory, Malteenoes faced early pressure as GCC bowlers struck at regular intervals. However, opener Nathaniel Ramkhelawan anchored the innings with a patient 57 from 104 deliveries, guiding his side to within sight of the target. Kyle Gibson contributed 38, while late resistance came from Ramnauth and Tafari Softleigh, who remained unbeaten as Malteenoes edged home on 181 for 9.
For GCC, Ramzan was the pick of the bowlers with 3 for 7, while Trilok Nanan, Nathaniel Sukhnanan, and Rivaldo Perreira claimed two wickets apiece in a spirited effort.
The victory ensures Malteenoes remain in contention as the Under-17 tournament continues to produce competitive and closely-fought encounters.
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