KINGSTON, Jamaica, (CMC) – The Leeward Islands failed to fully capitalise on a 114-run second-wicket stand between Montcin Hodge and Runako Morton and Barbados fought back against them on the third day of their first-round WICB Regional Four-Day, first class game yesterday.

The Leewards closed the day on 186 for six, just 193 ahead entering Monday’s final day and will be pressing for quick runs to give themselves enough time to dismiss the Barbadians at Kensington Park.

The Barbadians may also be eyeing an outside chance of sneaking victory with the likes of batsmen Dale Richards and Ryan Hinds in their line- up.

A draw is also possible since both teams have found it difficult to score quickly on a sluggish pitch.

The dangerous Morton is unbeaten on 78 and during the process has registered his 34th first class fifty.

He has so far accumulated his runs from 254 balls during 280 minutes of intense concentration.

Morton has already powered eight fours and will look to continue frustrating Barbados skipper Ryan Hinds and his troops, who have been guilty of dropping the Nevisian twice.

The Leewards had resumed on 20 without loss but lost Kieran Powell early for 12 when the wily Pedro Collins breached his defence and bowled him.