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- Latif and Samaroo only centurions thus far
THE last eight preliminary round matches are scheduled for this weekend of the 2025 ‘BIG MAN CRICKET’ Over-40s T20 tournament, with unbeaten Albion Masters, North Soesdyke Masters and Vintage Strikers already booking their spots in the play-offs of tournament in which only Richard Latif (166) and V Samaroo (131) scored centuries.
Following this weekend’s league stage, four teams from each pool will advance to the quarterfinals, leading to the semifinals and ultimately the championship match.
Albion Masters, North Soesdyke Masters and Vintage Strikers are leading the points table in their respective pools.
Both Albion and Jai Hind have completed their league fixtures, with Jai Hind Jaguars suffering just a single loss against Albion, placing them in the top two positions in Pool A.
Meanwhile, Ex Berbice Police have had a challenging run, narrowly losing all four of their matches; they will need to win both of their remaining games this weekend to have a chance at qualification.
The competition for the fourth spot will be fierce among Enterprise Star Sports, Legend Rangers, and Ex Berbice Police, as Blairmont Hunters, with three wins, appear to have locked in their spot, though they aim to secure the third position with a strong performance in their final match.
The most anticipated match this weekend will feature Everest Masters taking on West Bank Warriors at Canal on Saturday.
Both teams have faced two defeats, but Everest still has two matches to play. North Soesdyke and Vintage Strikers have already clinched their spots in the next round, making their upcoming clash significant for final positioning, as both teams boast impressive net run rates.
Albion Masters, North Soesdyke Masters and Vintage Strikers are leading the points table in their respective pools.
Both Albion and Jai Hind have completed their league fixtures, with Jai Hind Jaguars suffering just a single loss against Albion, placing them in the top two positions in Pool A.
Meanwhile, Ex Berbice Police have had a challenging run, narrowly losing all four of their matches; they will need to win both of their remaining games this weekend to have a chance at qualification.
The competition for the fourth spot will be fierce among Enterprise Star Sports, Legend Rangers, and Ex Berbice Police, as Blairmont Hunters, with three wins, appear to have locked in their spot, though they aim to secure the third position with a strong performance in their final match.
The most anticipated match this weekend will feature Everest Masters taking on West Bank Warriors at Canal on Saturday.
Both teams have faced two defeats, but Everest still has two matches to play. North Soesdyke and Vintage Strikers have already clinched their spots in the next round, making their upcoming clash significant for final positioning, as both teams boast impressive net run rates.
This Weekend’s Fixtures:
Saturday, Oct 25th – 13.00 hrs.
Teams -Pool A Grounds
13.00 hrs. Legend Rangers vs GT Royals Jai Hind
13.00 hrs. Enterprise Star Sports vs Blairmont Hunters Blairmont
Round 7- Saturday, Oct 25th
Teams- Pool B
10.00 hrs. Vintage Strikers vs VNS CC Police
13.30 hrs. Vintage Strikers vs North Soesdyke Masters Police
13.00 hrs. Everest Masters vs West Bank Warriors Canal
Round 8- Sunday, Oct 26th
Teams-Pool A
13.00 hrs. GT Royals vs Ex Berbice Police Jai hind
Round 8- Sunday, Oct 26th
Teams-Pool B
10.00 hrs. Everest Masters vs Black Hawks Enterprise
13.30 hrs. Enterprise Star Sports vs Legend Rangers Enterprise matches; they will need to win both of their games this weekend to have a chance at qualification.
Peter Lewis Contracting and Asphalting Services, Diamond Fire and General Insurance, Ready-mix Concrete and Permaul Trading and Distribution are the sponsors of this tournament which has attracted some former West Indies players in Sewnarine Chattergoon, Davindra Bishoo, Assad Fudadin and Royston Crandon. (Sean Devers)
