Tevin Imlach XI Spinners rock Nandu XI as match ends in draw

A dramatic shift unfolded on Day Three in the Harpy Eagles’ practice match as Matthew Nandu XI suffered a major batting collapse, yet the contest ultimately finished in a draw after Tevin Imlach XI’s second innings response.
Resuming the day in a strong position at 110 for 2 in 58 overs, Matthew Nandu XI looked well placed to build a commanding total. However, the innings unravelled as the middle and lower order failed to withstand sustained pressure from the opposition spinners. From that promising start, the side slumped to 164 all out in 81.2 overs, losing eight wickets for just 54 runs.
The main resistance came from Kemol Savoury, who produced a determined knock of 63 from 146 deliveries, striking four boundaries and two sixes. Savoury showed patience and composure at the crease, attempting to anchor the innings while wickets continued to fall around him.

Earlier, Zeynul Ramsammy contributed 32 runs before being bowled, but once he departed, the batting line-up struggled to contain the spin attack.
Tevin Imlach XI’s bowlers dominated proceedings, with their spinners leading the charge. Richie Looknauth was particularly effective, finishing with impressive figures of three for 29, consistently troubling the batters with disciplined lines and sharp turns. He received excellent support from Anthony Adams, who also claimed three wickets, helping dismantle the batting order during the middle and latter stages of the innings.
In the second innings for Imlach XI, Raymond Perez scored 29, while U Balgobin added 22 before both fell as the innings began to lose momentum. Lower down the order, only brief contributions followed as the spin duo tightened their grip on the game.
Despite the late surge from Tevin Imlach XI and their success with the ball, time ran out for either side to force a result. With no further play possible to produce a decisive outcome, the match concluded in a draw.
As preparations continue for the upcoming regional season, the Guyana Harpy Eagles will return to action in another practice encounter, with the second match scheduled to be played at Everest from March 17–19. The fixture will provide the squad with another valuable opportunity to fine-tune combinations and build momentum ahead of competitive cricket.
The Harpy Eagles enter the new campaign with an impressive record, having firmly established themselves as the dominant force in West Indies first-class cricket. The Guyanese side are the reigning West Indies Four-Day champions, capturing the last three consecutive titles and an outstanding eight of the past ten championships.
With such a proud record to defend, the upcoming practice match is expected to play an important role in sharpening both bat and ball as the team continues its preparations to maintain its regional supremacy.