GUY VS RAN MATCH 8

Right then! This incredible performance not only highlights the grit and determination of the Rangpur Riders but also keeps their championship hopes alive as they edge closer to the finals. We take a leave from this game and the Global T20 Series moves onto its next chapter, that is Hampshire vs Victoria, scheduled to be played at 7.30 pm IST (2 pm GMT) and you can join us early for all the pre-match excitement. Till then, have a good day ahead!

Nurul Hasan, captain of the Rangpur Riders, shares his thoughts on the match, emphasizing that after losing early wickets, the team aimed for a target of 120 on the challenging wicket. He highlights their focus on following the process rather than dwelling on the outcome. Despite a shaky start, the team managed a strong comeback. Reflecting on their campaign, Nurul notes that they lost 2-3 close matches, which could have placed them at the top of the table had the results gone their way.

Imran Tahir, the skipper of Guyana Amazon Warriors says that it has been a disappointing batting performance by the batters to sum up the game. He further says that Khushdil Shah's catch was dropped which got them to over a 100-run score which was still easily chasable by the quality of batting that they hold. Finishes by saying that it has been a bad day at the office for the batters tonight and they will look to change it in the matches coming up.

Khushdil Shah is the Player of the Match and he reflects on his crucial innings, highlighting the early setback of losing four wickets, which brought him to the crease in the third over. He adopts a patient approach, focusing on playing ball by ball and adjusting to the pitch. Aiming to reach a defendable total of 110-120, Khushdil finds his rhythm after the 10th over, capitalizing on favorable match-ups and scoring crucial boundaries to push the team forward. Discussing the game with his captain, he notes the double-paced nature of the pitch, making singles challenging. He considers this knock one of his best in league cricket under such conditions.

... TIME FOR THE PRESENTATIONS ...

Chasing what appeared to be a modest target, the Guyana Amazon Warriors were expected to cruise to victory. However, the Riders' bowlers had other plans. They bowled with precision and discipline, exploiting every bit of assistance from the pitch and applying relentless pressure on the Warriors' batting lineup. Rangpur’s bowlers took wickets at regular intervals, ensuring that the Warriors never built momentum in their chase. As the match progressed, the tension mounted, and the Warriors found themselves unable to break free from the stranglehold. The disciplined bowling attack, backed by sharp fielding, saw the Riders successfully defend their low total, pulling off a thrilling and record-breaking victory.

The match began with Rangpur Riders opting to bat first after winning the toss. However, their decision quickly backfired as the Guyana Amazon Warriors' bowlers took control from the very first delivery. The Riders struggled in the powerplay, limping to 25/4 as Dwaine Pretorius wreaked havoc, claiming three of the four wickets and putting the batting side on the backfoot. Amidst the collapse, Khushdil Shah stood tall for the Riders, showcasing resilience and determination. Coming in at number six, the Pakistani batter single-handedly kept his team in the game with a composed and crucial knock of 58 runs off 47 balls. Despite his efforts, no other batter managed to provide meaningful support. The wickets continued to tumble, and Rangpur Riders were eventually bowled out for 117.

THATS IT! Rangpur Riders win the match and Kamrul Islam does it for them in the end to get them a 15-run victory to keep their tournament alive! The Rangpur Riders achieved a historic victory over the Guyana Amazon Warriors, defending the lowest-ever total at Providence Stadium in T20Is and winning by 15 runs. This remarkable performance takes the Riders a step closer to securing a spot in the finals.

OUT! CAUGHT! ITS ALL OVER! Full and wide of off, Shepherd looks to go big but he mistimes it to covers where Wayne Madsen takes a simple catch. Rangpur Riders pull off this thrilling low scoring match by 15 runs!

OUT! CAUGHT! ITS ALL OVER! Full and wide of off, Shepherd looks to go big but he mistimes it to covers where Wayne Madsen takes a simple catch. Rangpur Riders pull off this thrilling low scoring match by 15 runs!

On the pads, flicked away to deep mid-wicket for a single to end the over. 16 runs are required off the last 6 balls for Guyana Amazon Warriors.

CHANCE! Much fuller from Khushdil Shah on the stumps and Romario Shepherd slogs it hard and gets the top edge up in the sky! The fielder from long on runs in hard but does not reach the ball in time. The batters pick up a couple.

SIX! BANG! ITS NOT OVER YET! Nagging length from Khushdil Shah on the stumps with pace and Romario Shepherd slaps it up over the bowler's head for a flat maximum. What a shot!

Much fuller on the stumps. Romario Shepherd drives it back straight to the bowler. Khushdil Shah does well to stop the ball.

Touch fuller on the stumps. Romario Shepherd slaps it to long on and denies the single.

Nagging length on the stumps. Tanzim Hasan Sakib tucks it to long on for a run.