Guyana Harpy Eagles Command in Match Following Jamaica Scorpions’ Batting Collapse
The Jamaica Scorpions recorded a severe batting collapse, scoring just 44 runs against the Guyana Harpy Eagles’ first innings of 339. Stand-in Captain Marquino Mindley blamed poor shot selection, while Ronaldo Alimohamed excelled with bowling figures of 6-17. The Harpy Eagles lead the match significantly heading into the next innings.
In a notable cricket match at Sabina Park, the Jamaica Scorpions suffered a disheartening defeat against the Guyana Harpy Eagles, with the Scorpions managing only 44 runs in their first innings, in response to the Harpy Eagles’ score of 339. Stand-in Captain Marquino Mindley attributed this poor performance to poor shot selection by his team. Heading into the third day, the Harpy Eagles have established a dominating 363-run lead.
Ronaldo Alimohamed was instrumental in the Scorpions’ collapse, achieving outstanding bowling figures of 6-17. Nial Smith supported him effectively, securing 4-21 in a bowling display that left the Scorpions unable to handle the pressure. Mindley expressed disappointment with his team’s batting, emphasizing that the pitch conditions were suitable for run-scoring and recommended better performance in their second innings.
Alimohamed reflected on his bowling success, attributing it to his focus on accuracy and forcing batsmen to play the ball. He expressed gratitude, stating he aimed to bowl in the correct areas to allow the conditions to assist him. On the preceding day, the Harpy Eagles had also put up a commendable batting performance, particularly through Kevlon Anderson, who scored 116 runs.
The Jamaican bowlers struggled against the Harpy Eagles, with Odean Smith leading their attack with a career-best 5-68. However, the Scorpions’ batting effort was swiftly dismantled, with none of their batsmen reaching double figures. The Harpy Eagles lost one wicket in their second innings, still holding onto a strong position.
The match at Sabina Park showcased the stark difference in performance between the Guyana Harpy Eagles and the Jamaica Scorpions, with the latter suffering a severe batting collapse. The Harpy Eagles capitalized on this with a commanding lead, driven by exceptional bowling from Ronaldo Alimohamed and batting contributions from Kevlon Anderson. The Scorpions must regroup and improve their batting approach in the second innings to avoid further embarrassment.
Original Source: www.jamaicaobserver.com
