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Imran Tahir produced a masterclass in spin bowling, claiming a career-best 5 for 21, to guide the Guyana Amazon Warriors to a commanding 83-run victory over the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons in North Sound. Earlier, the Warriors’ batting charge was fueled by Shai Hope (82 off 54), *Shimron Hetmyer (65 off 26), and *Romario Shepherd (25 off 8), setting up a daunting total of 211/3. The Falcons folded for 128 in 15.2 overs, unable to withstand Tahir’s brilliance.
Imran Tahir Spins Falcons Into Trouble 🌀
The Falcons started with intent as Rakheem Cornwall struck Dwaine Pretorius for a four and six before falling next ball. Jewel Andrew also showed promise, while Karima Gore played a brisk 31 off 14 to keep the chase alive. But once Shepherd dismissed Gore, Imran Tahir took complete control.
The 45-year-old leg-spinner bowled with precision and guile, removing Shakib Al Hasan and captain Imad Wasim in a double-wicket maiden. He then dismantled the lower order, dismissing Shamar Springer, Usama Mir, and Obed McCoy to seal his five-wicket haul. His spell left the Falcons in tatters, ending their hopes of a comeback.
Imran Tahir’s Support Cast in Bowling 🎯
While Tahir dominated, he was well supported by Romario Shepherd (2/16) and Gudakesh Motie, who wrapped up the innings. Together, they ensured the Falcons never found momentum after the PowerPlay, crashing to defeat inside 16 overs.
Warriors’ Batting Charge Led by Hope & Hetmyer 💥
The innings had a slow beginning with Ben McDermott dismissed by Obed McCoy and Kevlon Anderson struggling for fluency. However, Shai Hope capitalized after an early reprieve, lifting the innings with sixes and boundaries.
After Anderson’s departure in the 11th over, Hope and Shimron Hetmyer unleashed carnage. Hetmyer thumped Usama Mir for back-to-back sixes, while Hope smashed consecutive maximums en route to his fifty.
In the final overs, the Warriors hammered 87 runs in just five overs. Hetmyer’s blazing 21-ball half-century and Shepherd’s quickfire cameo powered the Warriors past the 210-mark, leaving the Falcons with a mountain to climb.
Brief Scores 📊
Guyana Amazon Warriors 211/3 (20 overs): Shai Hope 82, Shimron Hetmyer 65*; Imad Wasim 1-20, Jayden Seales 1-34.
Antigua & Barbuda Falcons 128 (15.2 overs): Karima Gore 31, Bevon Jacobs 26; Imran Tahir 5-21, Romario Shepherd 2-16.
👉 Result: Warriors won by 83 runs.
