SLK vs GAW Highlights: Qualifier 1 match CPL 2024
In an electrifying qualifier 1 match of the Caribbean Premier League 2024, the Saint Lucia Kings emerged victorious over the Guyana Amazon Warriors in a nail-biting contest held at the Providence Stadium in Guyana. Unfortunately for the defending champions, the arrival of rain at a crucial juncture led to their defeat as they fell short of the DLS target by 15 runs. Let’s watch SLK vs GAW Highlights.
Faf du Plessis, Johnson Charles Shines with Powerful Partnerships
Having won the toss, the Saint Lucia Kings chose to bat first. Skipper Faf du Plessis and Johnson Charles provided a strong start to their innings, with Faf du Plessis contributing 57 runs and Johnson Charles scoring an impressive 79 runs.
The duo built a solid partnership, amassing 124 runs in 11.4 overs before Johnson Charles was dismissed. Following Charles’s departure, the Saint Lucia Kings’ batsmen encountered difficulties, managing to score only 74 runs by the end of the 20 overs. Consequently, the Saint Lucia Kings set a target of 199 runs for the table-topping Guyana Amazon Warriors.
On the bowling side, Guyana Amazon Warriors veteran spinner Moeen Ali and Dwaine Pretorius picked 2 wickets each, while Shamar Joseph picked 1 wicket.
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Shimron Hetmyer Sparks Hope, But Rain Disrupts Warriors’ Chase
Guyana Amazon Warriors encountered difficulties while chasing a target of 199 runs. They faced early setbacks, losing their first wicket in the form of Keemo Paul, who managed to score 14 runs. This was followed by the dismissal of Rahmanullah Gurbaz, who scored 24 runs.
Struggling at 77 runs for the loss of 4 wickets in 11.1 overs, Shimron Hetmyer’s aggressive batting provided a glow of hope as he scored 37* runs off just 18 balls, with his performance Warriors managed to score 106 runs in 13 overs.
However, just when Guyana Amazon Warriors seemed to be gaining momentum, rain disrupted play at a critical moment, ultimately leading to their defeat by 15 runs through the DLS method.
On the bowling front, the Saint Lucia Kings’ bowlers delivered impressive performances, with Alzarri Joseph, Noor Ahmad, David Wiese, and Roston Chase each claiming 1 wicket.
