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PRESS RELEASE || The Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) has announced a 13-man Guyana Harpy Eagles squad for the upcoming four-day warm-up match against the West Indies Academy, scheduled for May 10–13 at the Antigua Recreation Ground in St. John’s.

Headlining the squad is the maiden senior call-up for Jonathan Van Lange, a former Guyana Under-17 and Under-19 captain who recently featured at the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup.

Head coach Ryan Hercules explained the decision: “Van Lange’s inclusion for the squad for the next round, obviously he would have played in the West Indies Under-19 World Cup recently, and he’s been a part of our contracted players’ list as well from a cricketing perspective.

“I think it would be a great opportunity for him to play some red-ball cricket, get some good mileage, where he could get enough time to improve on his game. This format would definitely help you improve once you get enough time to work with your plans.”

Hercules added that the youngster remains a long-term prospect for Guyana: “He’s a young player with lots of potential. We thought it was best to give him that opportunity to come and be a part of the group. He’s a good player, he has great work ethic, and definitely someone who is a prospect for the future.

“Hopefully he grasps the opportunity given to him and continues to grow from strength to strength and represent his country with pride.”

Van Lange, along with Thaddeus Lovell, replaces Isai Thorne, who is sidelined through injury, and Shamar Joseph, who is unavailable but is expected to return for the championship final.

The full squad reads: Tevin Imlach (Captain), Matthew Nandu (Vice-Captain), Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Kevlon Anderson, Kemol Savory, Richie Looknauth, Jonathan Van Lange, Gudakesh Motie, Veerasammy Permaul, Zeynul Ramsammy, Thaddeus Lovell, Nial Smith and Keemo Paul.

The fixture forms part of Guyana’s preparation for the Cricket West Indies Regional Four-Day Championship final on May 17, where the defending champions will face either Trinidad and Tobago Red Force or Barbados Pride.

(SOURCE: Guyana Cricket Board)

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Chennai Super Kings came into IPL 2026 with a dodgy look about their bowling attack. They lost three games straight where their bowlers picked up 10 for 588 at an economy rate of 11.37.

Since then, there has been an absolutely stunning turnaround.

Over the last seven games, CSK’s bowlers have scooped up 51 wickets – only the Gujarat Titans (52) have more – at an economy rate of 8.15, which no one can match.

Given the first use of a slow pitch, Akeal Hosein (4-0-19-1) and Noor Ahmad (3-0-22-2) took charge of proceedings. Delhi Capitals could only put up 155 for 7, which proved too little as the surface got better to bat on in the second innings.

Sanju Samson, who has contributed 24% of CSK’s runs this year, finished things off with 87 not out off 52 balls. Kartik Sharma, growing in confidence, was alongside him, with 41 off 31. (ESPNcricinfo) 

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Despite rain and overcast conditions on Sunday night, the heat was well and truly on, on the field of play when the quarter-finals of the inaugural Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport’s East Bank Inter-Village Football Tournament commenced with two riveting clashes.

Agricola once again had to rely on all their experience to stave off a valiant fight from the Soesdyke Linden Highway village of Swan; extra time was needed to separate the two villages with Agricola prevailing 5-3 in the end.

The evening’s first match saw Kuru Kururu maintaining their unbeaten run with a hard-fought 2-1 triumph over Upper Soesdyke as they sealed their final semi-final spot with their ever reliable veteran, Marvin ‘Munro’ Joseph stepping up to the plate for the third time in succession to see them through.

But the story of the night was the feature showdown; Agricola picked up where they left off a few weeks ago against Mocha, as they cantered to what seemed like a comfortable and even match-winning 3-0 lead by the 17th minute.

Goals from Shemar Sampson (fifth), Solomon Austin, the first of his double in the 13th minute, and Samuel Garnett placed Agricola in a very strong position and many felt it would have been easy going for them thereafter.

But, it wasn’t over as yet; whilst Swan is less experienced, they once again showed why they won their group as they again displayed a high level of fitness that almost saw them toppling Agricola.

Swan reduced the advantage in the 40th minute when Christoff Roberts found the back of the nets as the halftime whistle blew.

As the minutes went by in the second half, Agricola found out that the Swan team never quits coming at you, their fitness coming to the fore.

In the final five minutes of the match, Swan found a way to add discomfort to the Agricola camp twice, with unanswered goals.

In the 86th, it was their leading goal scorer, Abraham Webb, now joint highest with Grove’s Captain Domini Garnette (four each) who rocked the nets.

Two minutes later, the score was levelled when Anderson Webber found the back of the nets with momentum now on their side.

In the ensuing 20 minutes of extra time, it was Agricola which found their range once again and sealed the deal with goals either side of the period, Dennis Alexander (90+5), and Austin with his second (90+18) that led Agricola into the semis.

Kuru Kururu was sent into the lead by their most dependable player in the tournament so far, Marvin ‘Munro’ Joseph with a well struck free kick in the eighth minute. But, in like-manner, Upper Soesdyke responded in the 15th minute through Tevin Marshall.

The game was virtually settled in the 24th minute when Seith Adams’ well taken header at the last post from a left was drilled past Upper Soesdyke’ custodian, Junior Adams.

The focus will now be on the remaining two quarter-final match-ups on Tuesday evening. Grove will match skills with Kaneville in the main match from 21:00h with the curtain raiser between Timehri and Herstelling at 19:00h.

Kuru Kururu will play the winner of the Timehri vs Herstelling match with Agricola set to take on the winner of the Grove vs Kaneville encounter in the semi-finals set for Friday (May 8).

The final and third place games will be contested on Sunday (May 10).

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A 35-year-old motorcyclist lost his life on Sunday evening following a collision at the junction of the Mandela to Eccles Highway and Rome Access Road.

Dead is Andra Jnr Lewis, of Guyhoc Park, South Ruimveldt, Georgetown.

According to initial police enquiries, the accident occurred around 18:16 hrs and involved motorcycle CR 5455, ridden by Lewis, and motor lorry GAM 1442, driven by a 24-year-old man from D’Edward Village, West Coast Berbice.

Investigators said the motorcyclist was proceeding south along the eastern drive lane of the Mandela to Eccles Highway, while the lorry was travelling east along the northern drive lane of Rome Access Road. At the intersection, the driver of the lorry allegedly drove into the path of the motorcycle, resulting in a collision between the front of the bike and the left rear side of the truck.

Lewis sustained severe injuries in the crash. Emergency Medical Technicians were summoned, and a doctor on duty later pronounced him dead at the scene.

His body has since been taken to the Davis Memorial Crematorium and Funeral Home mortuary, where it awaits a post-mortem examination.

Police said a breathalyzer test conducted on the lorry driver showed no trace of alcohol. He remains in custody assisting with ongoing investigations.

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The Guyana Boxing Association (GBA) Developmental Tournament delivered an action-packed afternoon of emerging talent and competitive bouts last Saturday at the Andrew ‘Six Head’ Lewis Gym, with Harpy Eagles Boxing Gym emerging as the standout force.

Featuring boxers across multiple age and weight divisions, the event showcased the depth of grassroots boxing talent currently being nurtured across Guyana’s leading gyms, including Harpy Eagles, Pace and Power, New Amsterdam Boxing Academy (NABA), and Andrew Lewis Gym (ALG).

Harpy Eagles, under coach James ‘Sack’ Walcott, and just months after returning from six-year hiatus, was crowned Champion Gym.

The opening bout in the 23-26kg category saw Abu Barker of Harpy Eagles produce a clinical performance, stopping teammate Delroy Thomas, when the referee stopped the contest one minute, 20 seconds in the third round.

Barker’s composed finish set an early tone for his gym’s dominance.

Momentum continued in the 27-30kg division, where Omar Barker of Harpy Eagles secured a points victory over Nathan Sugrim in an evenly contested bout that highlighted the technical growth within the gym’s youth ranks.

In the 29-32kg match-up, Omarion Williams (Harpy Eagles) impressed with a rapid stoppage of Tyrese De Younge (Pace and Power), forcing the referee to stop the fight after just over one minute of action in round one.

Harpy Eagles’ dominance in the early card was further reinforced when Teroy Mullin defeated Terrel Matherson (Pace and Power) in just two rounds, after the referee stepped in.

Pace and Power and ALG fought back in the middle segment of the card.

Ukesh Persaud (NABA) edged Imhotep Vanderstoop (ALG) via split decision in a tightly contested 30-33kg bout, while Denzil Thomas (Harpy Eagles) responded with a second-round win over Kevin Klass (Pace and Power).

One of the more unusual results came in the 39-42kg division, where Delon Andrews (Harpy Eagles) was awarded a walkover victory over Kelon Mullin, adding another win to the Harpy Eagle tally.

Donovon Choy then delivered one of the quickest stoppages of the day, forcing a first-round stoppage against Marcus Vanderstoop in just 55 seconds.

The female bout in the 43-46kg category saw Makayla Ross (Pace and Power) secure a well-earned points victory over Kenisha Klass in a competitive display that highlighted the growing participation and quality in women’s boxing locally.

In the 47-50kg bout, Rommel George (Pace and Power) edged Josh Chester (ALG) on points, maintaining the competitive balance between the gyms.

Dyreck Springer (Pace and Power) earned a win by abandonment over Curtis McDonald (NABA) in the 61-64kg category, while Emmanuel Sandiford (Pace and Power) narrowly defeated Hotham Vancooten (NABA) via split decision in a closely fought contest.

Akeem Ross (Pace and Power) delivered another stoppage victory, this time in round two against Itavius Vanderstoop (ALG) in the 48-51kg division.

In the final bout of the main card, Emmanuel Campbell (Pace and Power) recorded a swift win over Jofes Jackson (NABA) after Jackson was forced to abandon in the opening round at 1:02s.

At the conclusion of the tournament, several standout performers were recognised for their excellence:

* Best School Age Boxer: Abu Barker (Harpy Eagles)

* Best Junior Boxer: Itavius Vanderstoop

* Best Youth Boxer: Jofes Jackson

* Best Gym: Harpy Eagles Boxing Gym

In a separate set of bouts, ALG also enjoyed success, including Lennox Lawrence picking up a victory over Cort Mahase (NABA), while Ken Harvey (ALG) stood out with a strong performance against Isiah Nurse (RHJ), earning recognition as Best Boxer of the tournament segment.

Other notable results included victories for Josiah Thambaran (RHJ), Ronaldo Hunte (ALG), Simeon Haymer (ALG), and Jofes Jackson (NABA), rounding out a competitive and balanced showing across participating clubs.

GBA President Steve Ninvalle presented food hampers to Best Boxers and announced that the next tournament will be held on May 16.

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Police are investigating a brazen robbery under arms carried out on Monday afternoon at a business establishment along Diamond Public Road, East Bank Demerara.

The incident occurred at approximately 14:50 hrs and involved a business entity and a 43-year-old vendor from Providence.

According to preliminary reports, the woman was at the establishment with her family making a purchase when two masked men, dressed in orange jumpsuits, approached the cashier’s area. One of the suspects, armed with a handgun, reportedly ordered the cashier to step away from the register.

The second suspect, who was unarmed, then went behind the counter and began removing cash from the drawer, placing it into a haversack, while his accomplice stood guard. During the ordeal, the armed suspect also relieved the 43-year-old woman of her purse and cellphone.

Investigations revealed that the two men then moved downstairs, where two other accomplices were waiting on the ground floor. The group of four subsequently exited the building and escaped on two black Honda XR motorcycles without registration plates, heading north along Diamond Public Road.

Authorities said the business entity was robbed of approximately $4.14 million Guyana currency. The female victim also lost a black purse valued at $5,000, which contained $90,000 in cash, along with personal documents including her driver’s licence, identification card, and bank card.

Police say investigations into the incident are ongoing.

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President Dr. Irfaan Ali has urged Guyanese to embrace unity, inclusivity, and shared responsibility as the nation observes Arrival Day 2026, while also preparing to celebrate 60 years of independence.

In his national message, the President reflected on Guyana’s historic journey, noting that six decades ago the country stepped onto the world stage as a free nation. He emphasized that independence was built on the sacrifices, dreams, and contributions of generations before the raising of the Golden Arrowhead.

Dr. Ali highlighted the foundational role of Guyana’s diverse peoples, paying tribute to Indigenous communities, described as the original stewards of the land, as well as the resilience of African ancestors who endured slavery. He also acknowledged the contributions of those who came later from various parts of the world and helped shape the nation’s identity.

Focusing on the significance of Arrival Day, the President drew attention to the post-emancipation period, when indentured labourers arrived from countries such as India, China, and Portugal. He noted that May 5 also marks the 188th anniversary of the arrival of the first group of East Indian indentured immigrants to Guyana.

He paid tribute to these immigrants and their descendants, recognizing their sacrifices and the enduring impact of their traditions, cultures, religions, and labour on national development. Despite facing hardship, separation, and injustice, many chose to make Guyana their home—building families, establishing communities, and contributing across agriculture, business, and social life.

Dr. Ali said one of the country’s greatest challenges since independence has been forging unity from its diversity. He stressed that the answer lies in building a nation where every heritage is respected, every voice is heard, and no citizen feels excluded.

The President also underscored the importance of shared prosperity, pointing to Guyana’s natural resources—including oil, gold, bauxite, agriculture, forests, and fisheries—as well as its human capital. He said these must benefit all citizens equitably.

“Arrival Day should not only be a day of remembrance, but a day of responsibility,” he stated, urging citizens to honour their ancestors not just by recalling their struggles, but by advancing the ideals of justice, equality, democracy, and the rule of law.

Looking ahead to Guyana’s diamond jubilee, Dr. Ali called on citizens to work together to build a society where every child has the opportunity to succeed and where national development includes everyone.

He concluded by encouraging unity and collective action, emphasizing that Guyana’s future depends on a shared commitment to progress and inclusion.

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Guyana has told the International Court of Justice (ICJ) that Venezuela willfully and repeatedly violated provisional measure orders issued by the court, calling for “appropriate remedial measures” to be imposed on the Spanish-speaking nation.

International lawyer Edward Craven, who concluded Guyana’s first round of oral arguments on Monday in the Guyana v. Venezuela case, officially known as the Arbitral Award of 3 October 1899, urged judges of the court to order Venezuela to revoke the legislative, electoral and cartographic actions it has taken in defiance of the court’s provisional measures, beginning in December 2023.

His request to the court includes the maps it has produced depicting the Essequibo as Venezuelan territory, the Organic Law passed to formally incorporate the region, and the elections it conducted there, all of which occurred after the court had explicitly ordered Caracas to refrain from altering the status quo.

“These measures are requested because Venezuela is under the obligation by way of reparation for its breaches of the provisional measures, to reestablish the situation which would, in all probability, have existed if those breaches had not been committed,” Craven reasoned.

Craven told the court that Venezuela has made no effort to conceal its defiance. In fact, a press release issued by the Venezuelan government less than 48 hours before the hearings opened reaffirmed that Caracas does not recognise the court’s jurisdiction and will not be bound by any decision it renders.

He outlined a pattern of repeated and escalating non-compliance. Following the court’s unanimous provisional measures order of December 1, 2023, which directed Venezuela to refrain from any action that would modify the situation, Venezuela held its consultative referendum just two days later, then declared the creation of a so-called state of Guyana Essequiba days after that.

When Guyana returned to the court in March 2025 after Venezuela announced plans to elect a governor and legislative council for the purported state, the court again responded unanimously, reaffirming its earlier order on May 1, 2025, and issuing a new specific measure barring Venezuela from conducting or preparing elections in the disputed territory.

Venezuela again defied the order outright. The following day, Caracas issued a communique rejecting it. By May 25, elections had been held, and the Venezuelan President proclaimed that the people had elected a government for the territory.

“Those borders are, of course, binding, and they create international legal obligations for Venezuela,” Craven said. “The orders plainly have been violated, and this calls for appropriate remedial measures.”

“An order in these terms is a logical, reasonable, and legally inescapable consequence of Venezuela’s breaches. There can be no possible suggestion that such an order would be impossible or disproportionately burdensome for Venezuela – on the contrary, it would be simple and entirely straightforward to comply with,” he argued further.

Craven is among several distinguished and reputable lawyers representing Guyana in the court case. Venezuela will present its oral arguments on the merits of the case on Wednesday (May 6, 2026).

The ICJ is expected to determine the validity of the 1899 Award and the legal boundary between Guyana and Venezuela at the conclusion of the hearings.

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The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) has reaffirmed its commitment to “professionalism and integrity” after FIFA’s Ethics Committee issued a five-year ban to former General Secretary Ian Alves for sexual harassment.

In a decisive ruling, FIFA’s independent adjudicatory chamber found Alves guilty of abusing his position to harass female staff members.

Responding to the verdict, the GFF confirmed it had proactively reported the matter to the world governing body and maintained full cooperation throughout the investigation.

FULL STATEMENT BY THE GUYANA FOOTBALL FEDERATION: 

“The Guyana Football Federation (GFF) acknowledges the decision of FIFA’s Adjudicatory Chamber of the Independent Ethics Committee to sanction Mr. Ian Alves.

The decision outlines findings of breaches of FIFA’s Code of Ethics and imposes a ban from all football-related activities, together with a financial penalty.

The GFF confirms that it formally reported this matter and fully cooperated with FIFA throughout the investigative process, in strict accordance with all applicable regulations and procedural requirements.

The Federation maintains a comprehensive framework of policies and codes of conduct that demand the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and accountability from all staff and officials.

The GFF Council reiterates its zero-tolerance stance on any form of abuse of power or misconduct.

The GFF remains steadfast in its commitment to transparency, good governance, and the protection of the integrity of football in Guyana. “

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FL Sport has indicated that registration for the fourth season of the One Guyana T10 tapeball tournament will officially open on May 8 for all four zones.

Registration for the 80-team, straight-knockout tournament is scheduled to go live on Friday, May 8.

Organisers have set the entry fee at G$35,000 per team, with forms available on the tournament’s social media platforms or by WhatsApp at +592 635 2235.

Tournament Director John Ramsingh emphasised the urgency of teams formalising their entries. While squad lists are not required at the initial sign-up stage, spots are strictly reserved on a first-come, first-served basis upon payment of the registration fee.

“A lot of teams have been calling to reserve spots, but you can only fully be in the Blast if you pay your registration fee,” Ramsingh stated. “There is no need to have your squads submitted as yet, but sign up early to secure your spot.”

The tournament is scheduled to bowl off on the weekend of August 8-9 in Berbice, with a 16-team cap for its opening leg. The action then moves to the East Bank/West Demerara zone on August 15-16, followed by the Essequibo zone on August 22-23.

In a strategic scheduling move, the tournament will observe a hiatus to accommodate preparations for the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) in Guyana.

Once the CPL concludes, the Blast will resume with a revamped, extended format for the Georgetown/East Coast Demerara zone.

Moving away from the traditional two-day compact schedule, this final zonal leg will span four playing dates: the Round-of-32 and Round-of-16 on September 26-27, followed by the quarterfinals and zone finals on October 3-4.

This structured build-up leads to the national grand finale on October 11, which will be hosted for the first time at the brand-new Anna Regina National Stadium in Region Two.

Ramsingh noted that while match venues are being finalised with a focus on premier facilities, admission for all fans will remain free of charge.

The financial stakes for Season IV have reached unprecedented levels, with FL Sport introducing a tiered payout structure. Each zone winner will pocket $500,000 and earn an automatic qualifying spot in the upcoming Global T10 Tapeball tournament.

Those winners will then advance to the National Finals to compete for a $2 million top prize. Under this revamped math, the national champion will walk away with $2.5 million, while the runner-up will earn $1.5 million.

In an effort to remain player-centred, rewards have been expanded to include teams that fall short of the podium. For the first time, losing quarter-finalists will receive $25,000, while losing semi-finalists and finalists at the zonal level will earn $50,000 and $200,000, respectively.

Individual brilliance will also be handsomely compensated. The tournament MVP is set to receive $150,000 and a motorbike, while the leading run-scorer and wicket-taker will each earn $100,000 plus a television.

Additional cash incentives are slated for the Player-of-the-Final, the best economy rate, and the highest strike rate.

 

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