Guyana women secure historic T20 title in thrilling Super Over finish

The Guyana senior women’s cricket team etched their name into the history books on Sunday night, claiming their maiden Windies Cricket T20 Blaze title with a dramatic Super Over victory over defending champions Jamaica at the Arnos Vale Playing Field.

Led by a captain’s knock from Shemaine Campbelle and a nerve-wracking final over from leg-spinner Nyia Latchman, Guyana overcame a determined Jamaican side in a final that had had the audience on the edge of their seats.

The match culminated in a thrilling tie, with both teams finishing their 20 overs on 122 for 5. This forced a Super Over, and Guyana held their nerve to clinch the historic win—their first regional title.

After winning the toss and electing to field, Guyana’s bowlers, particularly the spin duo of Nyia Latchman (2-11) and Ashmini Munisar (2-26), kept the potent Jamaican batting lineup in check.

Despite solid contributions from Chedean Nation (35), Abigail Bryce (32), and Jodian Morgan (27), Jamaica was restricted to a reachable target of 122. Cherry-Ann Fraser also chipped in with a wicket (1-32).

In response, Guyana’s chase wasn’t without its early jitters. However, a crucial 86-run partnership for the third wicket between captain Shemaine Campbelle and the talented Realeanna Grimmond steadied the innings.

Campbelle led from the front with a well-compiled 54 off 47 balls, including three fours and two sixes, while Grimmond provided excellent support with a brisk 46 featuring four fours and a six.

Jodian Morgan was the pick of the bowlers for Jamaica, taking 2-25.

With the scores tied at the end of the regular overs, the match proceeded to a Super Over. Guyana batted first and scored 8 for 1.

The tension mounted as Jamaica began their chase, needing nine runs for victory.

However, Nyia Latchman, tasked with bowling the crucial over, displayed remarkable composure, restricting the powerful Jamaican batters to just 3 for 2, sealing a memorable triumph for Guyana.

Guyana’s path to the final saw them finish the preliminary stage with a strong record of four wins and one loss.

Their sole defeat came against Jamaica in their final preliminary match, setting the stage for a highly anticipated rematch in the final.

FULL SCORECARD: https://matchcentre.windiescricket.com/match/fa0355f8-98c9-4c24-83b4-778ad806dbd3/2