4th T20I, Guyana, August 03, 2021, 08:30 PM
West Indies
30/0(3.0ov)
Pakistan
Match Abandoned
Right. Babar Azam lifts the trophy as Pakistan have won the T20I series 1-0! That is all we have from this series, it turned out to be a sad affair, as we could only complete one full game of cricket. But that is not all from this tour, as we still have the 2-match Test series coming up between these two teams. The first Test will be played on Thursday, 12th August 2021 at 10 am local (3 pm GMT). Hopefully, the weather is better during the Test series and we hope to have your company for the same. Until next time then, cheers and take care!
The Pakistan skipper, Babar Azam says that as a team they have won this series, but as a captain, he feels that they could not play and execute their plans due to the rain. Feels that they have played some cricket in this COVID time and it is difficult to play away from families and he credits the players, who are giving it their all. Says that they were planning on putting different combinations in the middle order, but due to the weather, they could not do that well. Opines that he is looking forward to the Test matches and they will look to work hard.
Kieron Pollard, the West Indies captain says it is disappointing, but they cannot control such things. Says he is looking forward to the CPL in a couple of weeks' time. Speaking about Dwayne Bravo, he feels he has been fantastic for them, and it cannot be described in words. Feels that Obed McCoy and Hayden Walsh have been two standout players for them in the season, along with Fabian Allen.
UPDATE 2.24 pm local (6.24 pm GMT) - Well, here it is, the dreaded update that we did not want, that you did not want to see. THE MATCH HAS BEEN ABANDONED. The game started off and we only managed to squeeze in 3 overs, before the rain came pelting down and we found no way back as the fourth and final game of the 4-game T20I series has been abandoned. So, in the end, Pakistan take the series 1-0 as we were only able to complete one game, whereas, 3 of the other T20Is have been washed away.
UPDATE 2 pm local (6 pm GMT) - We should have started with the game by now, but GUESS WHAT? Well, the same old story, really. The rain has returned and the entire square has been covered again. The latest by which we can have a 5-over game is 2.29 pm local (6.29 pm GMT). The rain is not too heavy but the signs are not promising. Let's hope that the rain stops and we have some action soon.
UPDATE 1.40 pm local (5.40 pm GMT) - GREAT NEWS! Play will resume at 2 pm local (6 pm GMT). We will have 9-overs per side now. The Powerplay will only be for 3 overs and a bowler can bowl a maximum of 2 overs. Woohoo!
UPDATE 1.30 pm local (5.30 pm GMT) - The umpires came out for their inspections and they strolled around and had a look at the few spongy patches on the deck. The Pakistan players are also out and are going about their drills in a nice manner. Ian Bishop (on air) informs us that he thinks we could have a 10-over encounter (give or take one or two overs). There is no official news yet and we await the same. Stay tuned.
In the Women's Hundred game for today, the London Spirit Women faced off against the Northern Superchargers Women. On the back of a brilliant batting display by Deandra Dottin, the LNS-W trumped their counterparts by 7 wickets and recorded their second win of the season. In the men's game which is going to get underway shortly between the same two men's sides, Northern Superchargers have won the toss and have chosen to bat first.
UPDATE 1.05 pm local (5.05 pm GMT) - GOOD NEWS! The rain has stopped and the covers are almost off at this point. The groundsmen are still out on the field, ensuring that there are not waterlogged areas. The umpires are out in the middle too, with some of the players from both the sides, having a stroll around. Both the umpires will have an inspection at 1.25 pm local (5.25 pm GMT). Let's hope that inspection brings about some more good news. Stay tuned!
UPDATE 12.20 pm local (4.20 pm GMT) - Right. Unfortunately, nothing positive to share with you. It is continuing to rain down at the moment and the players are sitting relaxed and will be hoping that this rain goes away soon. We have also started losing overs now. Stay tuned as we bring you further updates.
Well, having a look at all the different games that are going around in the world at the moment - after leaving the Caribbean, the Aussies made their way to Bangladesh, as they were ready for a 5-game T20I series. In the first T20I that just got concluded, the Kangaroos surrendered to the Bangladeshi spin attack, as they fell short by 23 runs. This will give the Tigers quite a boost for the rest of the series. But, the result, quite a shock, aye?
UPDATE 11.35 am local time (3.35 pm GMT) - Sorry, folks. We do not knock on your door with good news. Images from the ground show that the rain has picked up speed and the covers are still on. The groundsmen are ensuring that the rain does not seep in. Does not look like we will be starting sometime soon. Also, a reminder, that we do not start losing any overs until 12.14 pm local. Stay tuned.
Waqar Younis, the Pakistan bowling coach was down for a chat earlier. He says that it is unfortunate that we did not get any cricket in their country, but we do have some bowlers like Hasan Ali. Adds that these days in T20 cricket, one has to plan well and be very careful while executing, as there are lots of power hitters in world cricket, like Chris Gayle. Talking about their bowling attack, he feels they have good bowlers who can bowl really fast like Mohammad Wasim Jr and they are preparing really well for the T20 World cup.
UPDATE 11.15 am local time (3.15 pm GMT) - Uh oh! Looks like the drizzle has started getting heavier and the rain has started pelting down. The umpires instruct the players to head off and the groundsmen get to work. They bring out the covers quickly and cover the square. Not what we wanted to see. Hopefully, it is a short delay. Fingers crossed!
In over# 3
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4
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Hasan Ali 4/0(1)
2.6
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A slower, fuller ball, around off, tucked to the leg side. Just 4 from the over!
2.5
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A quicker delivery around off, Andre Fletcher pushes it back awkwardly to the bowler.
2.4
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A slower back of a length delivery, around off. Andre Fletcher goes back and looks to guide this to third man, but the ball takes the edge and hits him on his body.
2.3
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A short of a length ball, around off, zipping in, Andre Fletcher comes down the track and looks to pull, but misses.
2.2
4
FOUR! Andre Fletcher is in a menacing mood here. On a length, around off, Andre Fletcher smacks this one through square leg and the ball runs away.