Player of the Match
Player of the Match

It was a see-sawing contest in the end: Tallawahs were dominating 12 overs into the chase, when they needed 40 from 48 balls with eight wickets in hand. Holder hit back with through multiple strikes, with Royals having recovered from 47 for 4 earlier. Thanks for joining us today, as a tight game comes to an end. Until tomorrow, it is good night and goodbye from Ranjith, Srinidhi and me, Himanshu!

Imad Wasim is the Player of the Match: "Today was a good game for both teams. [Worried] slightly... We knew Rovman was in. He is the right guy. I know him since 2015 - lovely chap, one of the best players in the world..."

2.32pm So Tallawahs win by six runs via DLS, as the umpires have concluded that there will be no play as rain continues. This means Royals suffer first defeat of the season.

2.30pm There is still no sign of play in Port of Spain, as rain falls steadily. Remember, Tallawahs will win by six runs via DLS method if no play is possible from here.

Steve: "So, is it the case that if play had been suspended a mere 3 balls earlier Royals would have pulled off a spectacular win (assuming no more play)?" --- Who knows, but Tallawahs did manage a crucial nine runs off those three balls...

2.09pm It is pouring and pounding, as we keep waiting for the action to resume. Looks like a long delay is inevitable.

Tyrell: "Jangoo and King's innings at the top really came in clutch and shows the importance of a good start especially in chases like this."

Bibek Pokharel: "Jamaica tallawahs wins By 6 Runs ????" --- Hmmm... Unless rain stops and there is more drama on the field

1.58pm Simmonds back for his third, as it gets dark and gloomy. And covers come on... Tallawahs six runs ahead of the DLS par score, so that six from Powell playing a big role should there be no further play. And like during the previous rain break, it is time to again take you to Sheriff vs United. Ronaldo has scored after all...

Afeef: "BR showing why they've been unbeatable this season, making a match out of what looked like a lost cause"

END OF OVER:
17 | 10 Runs 1 Wkt | JT: 126/5 | RR: 7.41

  • Imad Wasim3 (3b)
  • Rovman Powell12 (18b)
  • Jason Holder4-0-33-3
  • Joshua Bishop3-0-17-0
16.6
2
Holder to Imad Wasim, 2 runs, good over for Tallawahs. On the fuller side of a good length on middle and off, and he quietly pushed that towards long-on for two
16.5
1
Holder to Powell, 1 run, change of pace again, and tailing in to finish full on off. Flicked to long-on
16.4
6
Holder to Powell, SIX, hammered high and far over deep midwicket! Powell is someone Tallawahs need right till the end. Full on middle and off, and a slower ball. Powell tears into it with a slog across the line

Powell on 5 off 16...

Sarah: "If Royals manage to win this somehow... " --- They will make it seven out of seven...

16.3
1
Holder to Imad Wasim, 1 run, full ball on off. Flicked to long-on

He runs in, but doesn't bowl right at the time of delivery. To be reloaded. Deep backward square leg in place.

16.2
0
Holder to Imad Wasim, no run, makes room, and slaps this good length ball on off to mid-off

Wasim in. He got three wickets earlier, now he must do it with the bat. Holder around the wicket.

16.1
W
Holder to Allen, OUT, ah, yes! He gets his third amidst roars echoing in the ground! The middle-and-off bail goes up, as Holder hits the top of middle. Bowls on a back of a length, and gets that to angle in. Allen doesn't have any room to manufacture any shot - he can only tap that down on the stumps - as Holder can't stop celebrating. Royals back in the game

FA Allen b Holder 1 (15m 10b 0x4 0x6) SR: 10.00

Holder into his final over. Can he do more?

END OF OVER:
16 | 2 Runs | JT: 116/4 (31 runs required from 24 balls, RR: 7.25, RRR: 7.75)

  • Fabian Allen1 (9b)
  • Rovman Powell5 (16b)
  • Joshua Bishop3-0-17-0
  • Obed McCoy3-0-19-2
15.6
1b
Bishop to Allen, 1 bye, and Azam doesn't collect it again, allowing a bye. This turns away quickly off a full length, and goes past the outside edge as Allen looks to defend

Slip in place

Tallawahs 2nd innings Partnerships

WktRunsPlayers
1st53BA KingAA Jangoo
2nd46SSJ BrooksBA King
3rd8BA KingR Powell
4th3RA ReiferR Powell
5th6FA AllenR Powell
6th10Imad WasimR Powell