For match no. 13 of the ongoing edition of the Women’s Super50 Cup, the Leeward Islands and Barbados are set to lock horns at Warner Park, on the 17th of May, 2023, at 7:30 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
The Leeward Islands are yet to register their first win this season, as the team has suffered three consecutive losses, and their previous match was abandoned. Meanwhile, Barbados is enjoying a four-match winning streak.
Squads:
Leeward Islands – Saneldo Willett (C), Terez Parker, Tyynetta McKoy, Amanda Edwards, Jenisen Richards, Melicia Clarke, Rozel Liburd, Davanna Claxton, Tonya Martin, Chey-Anne Moses, Davronique Maynard, Kimberley Anthony, Jahzara Claxton, Divya Saxena
Barbados – Hayley Matthews (C), Shakera Selman, Kycia Knight, Kyshona Knight, Aaliyah Alleyne, Shanika Bruce, Asabi Callender, Shamilia Connell, Keila Elliott, Allison Gordon, Theanny Herbert-Mayers, Trishan Holder, Alisa Scantlebury, Aaliyah Williams
Players to watch out:
Amanda Edwards
The 34-year-old all-rounder has been a standout for the Leeward Islands, scoring 85 runs in three innings while also taking five wickets in four matches. The team has faced a string of disappointments, and Amanda’s form will continue to be vital for the side.
Tonya Martin
The emerging 22-year-old pacer has been impressive in leading the team’s bowling attack and has also excelled in the wickets tally, securing five scalps in three matches. Tonya has achieved the best figures of 4/36 so far this season.
Hayley Matthews
The national women’s team skipper, Hayley Matthews, has set an exemplary standard by scoring 177 runs in four matches, including a remarkable 72*. She has also made an impact with the ball, claiming 9 wickets in 4 matches, and the best figures of 6/28.
Keila Elliott
The 34-year-old leg-spinner is currently in exceptional form, which should earn her a well-deserved One-Day International (ODI) debut. Keila emerged as the second-highest wicket-taker in the series, claiming 12 scalps in 4 innings, with her best figures being 4/19.
Pitch:
Warner Park, Basseterre features a slow track that poses difficulties for batters and the average score of 160 indicates the challenging conditions. Bowlers, on the other hand, benefit from these conditions, and spinners, in particular, play a dominant role in the game.
Weather:
With a partly cloudy sky and a very low chance of rain, it would be a good day to be at Warner Park for some cricket. The temperature is expected to hover around 29°C, with light winds and a humidity level of 70%.
Fantasy playing XI:
Kyshona Knight, Kimberley Anthony, Kycia Knight, Divya Saxena, Hayley Matthews, Tonya Martin, Shakera Selman, Amanda Edwards, Jahzara Claxton, Shamilia Connell, Melicia Clarke
Match details:
Date – May 17, 2023
Time – 7:30 PM IST
Venue – Warner Park, Basseterre
Broadcast – All games of the domestic season will be streamed live on the Windies Cricket YouTube channel and the live scorecards will be available on the Windiescricket.com – live match center.
