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Guyanese quartet- left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie, fast bowler Shamar Joseph and all-rounders Romario Shepherd and Sherfane Rutherford- will form part of the West Indies squad for the One Day International tour of Ireland and England in May-June.

Cricket West Indies announced the 15-member squad on Monday, also highlighting that former West Indies fast bowler Ravi Rampaul will take up the role of bowling coach, while former Ireland all-rounder Kevin O’Brien will join the coaching staff for the Ireland leg of the tour.

See below press release issued by Cricket West Indies

Cricket West Indies (CWI) on Monday unveiled an exciting and dynamic 15-member squad for three One Day International (ODI) matches against Ireland from May 21-25 and three against England from May 29 to June 3.

The squad has the nucleus of players who were successful during home series wins against England and Bangladesh to end 2024.

The highly anticipated tour will be the first one of this year for the limited overs team and provides an opportunity for CWI to focus on building its ODI team ahead of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2027.

Head Coach Daren Sammy welcomed the opportunity to build on recent momentum:

“These matches form a critical component towards the 2027 World Cup and there are signs of the team building consistency following the series sweep against Bangladesh and the win over England late last year.”

Sammy also added, “We expect the conditions to be challenging but we are creating a culture and mindset which emphasize playing the brand of cricket that is taking us closer to some of our overall objectives.”

CWI also announced changes to the coaching staff for the tour. Former West Indies fast bowler and 2012 World Cup champion Ravi Rampaul will be the team’s bowling coach, replacing James Franklin.

CWI will also utilise the services of former Ireland allrounder Kevin O’Brien as part of the coaching staff during the Ireland leg of the tour.

West Indies CG United ODI Squad: Shai Hope (Captain), Jewel Andrew, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Amir Jangoo, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales and Romario Shepherd

Team Management Unit (TMU):

Head Coach: Daren Sammy

Manager: Rawl Lewis

Assistant Coach (Batting): Floyd Reifer

Assistant Coach (Bowling): Ravi Rampaul

Assistant Coach (Fielding): Rayon Griffith

Physiotherapist: Dr. Denis Byam

Strength and Conditioning Coach: Ronald Rogers

Massage Therapist: Fitzbert Alleyne

Analyst: Avenesh Seetaram

Media and Content Officer: Jerome Foster

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Rain put an official end to Sunrisers Hyderabad’s (SRH) IPL 2025 playoffs hopes and gave Delhi Capitals (DC) what could be a valuable point in their bid to finish in the top four.

It certainly looked like a point gained for DC rather than one lost, after Pat Cummins took three new-ball wickets to put SRH in the driver’s seat at the innings break.

Rain arrived soon after DC, sent in to bat, finished their innings at 133 for 7.

By the time the weather cleared, the outfield was too sodden for the ground staff to clear by 11.42pm, the official cut-off time for a five-over chase.

A grass-free surface at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium proved to be a tricky one, offering enough grip for balls banged into a hard length to misbehave, and Cummins is a master of banging the ball into a hard length.

The SRH captain took the new ball himself with Mohammed Shami left out, and struck first ball, getting it to straighten and find Karun Nair’s edge.

It was a sign of things to come, with the ball frequently stopping on the batter or – particularly if delivered with a wobbly seam – deviating sideways, usually just enough to find the edge.

By the time he had bowled 19 balls, Cummins had taken three wickets and Ishan Kishan – keeping for the first time this season, relieving Heinrich Klaasen of the gloves – three catches.

With Harshal Patel and Jaydev Unadkat also getting into the wickets column, DC were gasping at 29 for 5 in the eighth over.

The fullish ball Unadkat bowled to dismiss KL Rahul, from left-arm around, summed up the conditions – on nine out of ten IPL pitches, Rahul would have probably middled the drive he attempted; this was the tenth pitch, and the ball straightened to kiss his edge and make Kishan the first keeper to catch out an entire top four in an IPL innings.

Stubbs and Ashutosh steer DC towards respectability

Tristan Stubbs anchored DC’s recovery from that point, putting on 33 with Vipraj Nigam for the sixth wicket – Nigam sacrificed his wicket following a mix-up that left both batters at the same end – and 66 with Ashutosh Sharma for the seventh.

As they have done in other recent games, DC named a bowler-heavy starting XI despite batting first, and brought Ashutosh off the Impact Player bench when the need arose. And Ashutosh was primarily responsible for a late flourish that brought DC 61 runs off their last six overs, hitting three sixes in a 26-ball 41. Stubbs finished unbeaten on 41 off 36 balls.

Rain ends SRH’s hopes

Rain began soon after DC’s innings ended, leaving SRH waiting to begin a chase that eventually never took place.

With three games left to play, SRH can finish the league stage with a maximum of 13 points. Four teams already have 14 or more points. DC, with 13 from 11 games, sit just outside that group. (ESPNcricinfo) 

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Minister of Health Dr Frank Anthony has denied claims that he authorised the presence of a woman at the post-mortem examination of Adriana Younge, which was conducted last Monday at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC).

In a statement posted to his official Facebook page, Dr Anthony addressed an audio recording circulating online in which a female voice alleges that she was sent by the Minister to attend the post-mortem. The Minister has since identified the voice as belonging to Tiana Serena Lewis-King, a nursing assistant employed by the Ministry of Health and currently working at the GPHC.

Dr Anthony categorically denied any association with the woman.

“As far as I am aware, I do not know this person. I have never met this person, and have never spoken to this person,” he said. “Therefore, assuming she was present, she was not there upon my instructions or on my behalf.”

The Minister also highlighted that the post-mortem procedure had been videotaped, as is standard protocol. In addition, a comprehensive log of all individuals present and the actions undertaken during the examination was compiled. According to Dr Anthony, the name of the individual in question does not appear in the official record.

The Guyana Police Force, which was responsible for documenting the examination on video, has also reviewed the footage and confirmed that Lewis-King does not appear in it.

“The Guyana Police Force is investigating this matter,” Dr Anthony noted.

He further stated that he is consulting with legal counsel regarding potential legal action against Lewis-King, whom he accuses of attempting to maliciously damage his professional and personal reputation.

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The Guyana Police Force has issued a wanted bulletin for Tiana Serena Lewis-King, a nursing assistant from South Cummingsburg, over the circulation of a false voice note claiming she was present at the post-mortem examination of Adriana Younge.

According to a statement issued by the police, an immediate investigation was launched after the audio recording surfaced. In the voice note, Lewis-King, who resides at Lot 12A Rosemary Lane, claimed she attended the autopsy and had been sent by the Minister of Health.

However, the Minister of Health, when contacted, categorically denied both the statement and any knowledge of Lewis-King.

Further investigation revealed that Attorney-at-Law Darren Wade, who represents the interests of the Younge family and was present during the examination, confirmed that Lewis-King was not in attendance.

His account was corroborated by Dr Caleb McCloggan, who also represented the family during the procedure. Dr McCloggan recognised the voice on the recording as that of Lewis-King, whom he knows as a recently graduated nurse aide, but confirmed she was not at the post-mortem.

Additionally, police reviewed video footage from the post-mortem, confirming:

1. Lewis-King was not present at any point during the examination;
2. None of the three qualified foreign pathologists involved requested input from any nurse assistant or aide;
3. No attendees were required to submit their names in writing.

Authorities have described the recording as a deliberate attempt to incite public mischief and obstruct justice.

As a result, the Guyana Police Force has officially declared Tiana Serena Lewis-King wanted and is appealing to the public for any information regarding her whereabouts.

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Four Western diplomats have issued public appeals for calm and unity in Guyana, following the tragic death of 11-year-old Adriana Younge. The funeral, originally scheduled for Monday, has been postponed amid growing concerns about potential unrest.

In a series of similarly worded statements released on social media, the diplomats urged Guyanese citizens to express their grief and frustration through peaceful and lawful means.

United States Ambassador to Guyana, Nicole Theriot, was the first to issue a statement. “I express my heartfelt condolences following the tragic death of Adriana Younge and share my deep concern and sorrow over the crisis and civil unrest that have occurred in Guyana,” she said.

“I encourage all Guyanese citizens to remain calm and voice their concerns through non-violent means and to adhere to the rule of law. Looting and destruction of property are harmful to all. I strongly urge all involved to commit to peace as the Government works to resolve the situation.”

Ambassador Theriot reaffirmed the United States’ continued commitment to supporting the people of Guyana, as well as the country’s democratic values and long-term stability.

Similar messages were soon echoed by British High Commissioner Jane Miller, Canadian High Commissioner Sébastien Sigouin, and Head of the European Union Delegation to Guyana, Ambassador René Van Nes.

The calls for peace come as security forces and government officials raise concerns about possible attempts to incite unrest during funeral proceedings. The Guyana Police Force issued a public statement after a Facebook post by attorney Nigel Hughes alleged that individuals and organisations were plotting to disrupt the funeral.

Police say multiple attempts were made to reach Mr Hughes by telephone, and although he later responded via WhatsApp, he declined to provide further details, citing the need to protect his sources.

In its statement, the Force assured the public that it would be monitoring the situation closely. “We urge all citizens to respect the solemnity of the occasion and to cooperate with law enforcement. Let us honour the wishes of the family and ensure that Adriana Younge is laid to rest in peace,” it read.

The Ministry of Home Affairs also appealed for calm, highlighting that 5 May not only marked the planned date of the funeral but also coincided with the start of the CXC examinations and the national Arrival Day celebrations. The Ministry emphasised the importance of maintaining a respectful and non-disruptive environment.

In a separate statement, Adriana Younge’s family announced the postponement of her funeral, citing the need for “space and clarity” in the midst of their grief.

“This was not an easy decision,” the family said, “but we want to honour her with the peace, love, and the dignity she deserves.”

The date for the rescheduled funeral has not yet been announced.

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The Ministry of Labour has launched a formal investigation following a tragic industrial accident that claimed the life of Chinese national Mr Eddie Yang late Saturday evening in Grove, East Bank Demerara.

Mr Yang, a resident of Bagotstown, was fatally injured on May 03 at approximately 23:46 hrs when a large quantity of glass, stored inside a 40-foot container at the Zheng Xin Aluminium Alloy Doors and Windows Processing Factory, suddenly collapsed, trapping him beneath the weight.

According to initial reports, co-workers at the Lot 26 Grove Public Road facility acted swiftly to free Mr Yang and rushed him to a nearby medical centre. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead.

The Ministry’s Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Department has since commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Senior OSH Officer Mr Darwin Bourne and OSH Officer Mr Ray Hosannah are leading the inquiry under the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, Chapter 99:06 of the Laws of Guyana.

The Minister of Labour, Joseph Hamilton, extended condolences to Mr Yang’s family, colleagues, and friends. He also reiterated the Ministry’s call for rigorous adherence to workplace safety standards, stressing the urgent need to prevent such devastating incidents.

“This heartbreaking loss underscores the importance of maintaining strict occupational safety protocols,” Minister Hamilton said. “We urge all employers and workers to prioritise health and safety to avoid future tragedies.”

The investigation remains ongoing as authorities seek to determine whether negligence or procedural lapses contributed to the incident.

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Press Release on the Global Super League

The Guyana Amazon Warriors will proudly reprise their role as hosts for the 2025 edition of the ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League (GSL), scheduled to take place from July 10-18 at the iconic Providence Stadium.

The Amazon Warriors, champions of the 2023 Caribbean Premier League (CPL), will join four elite franchises from around the globe as they vie for the prestigious GSL trophy and a share of the US$1 million prize fund.

With international talent converging on Guyana, the stage is set for another exhilarating tournament that showcases world-class T20 cricket alongside the vibrant culture of the host nation.

The Amazon Warriors came heartbreakingly close to reaching the GSL final in 2024, falling short only on Net Run Rate after a spirited campaign.

Nevertheless, they demonstrated their trademark resilience and class, hallmarks that have defined their CPL journey.

One of the most consistent teams in CPL history, the Amazon Warriors have qualified for the playoffs every year, reaching the final on an incredible seven occasions.

They added yet another strong season to their record books by finishing as runners-up in the 2024 CPL.

Looking ahead to another thrilling chapter, Sir Clive Lloyd, Chairman of the ExxonMobil GSL, shared his excitement: “The Guyana Amazon Warriors were brilliant hosts for the tournament in 2024, and I know all the players and visiting teams appreciated the warm welcome they received.

“Beyond the cricket, the Warriors and the people of Guyana helped showcase this incredible country to the world. This year’s tournament offers another wonderful opportunity for Guyana to shine as a top-tier destination, known for its breathtaking beauty, hospitality, and passion for the game.”

The 2025 ExxonMobil GSL promises to build on the success of the 2024 tournament, bringing thrilling contests and unforgettable moments to the cricket-loving fans of Guyana and beyond. With the Amazon Warriors set to battle for home glory, and an impressive lineup of global challengers, this summer’s showdown is shaping up to be one of the most exciting events on the international cricket calendar.

Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets early and be part of a celebration where sport, culture and Caribbean flair unite under one banner.

 

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McLaren’s Oscar Piastri won for the fourth time in six races this year as he beat team-mate Lando Norris in an action-packed Miami Grand Prix.

Both McLaren drivers fought intense battles with early leader Max Verstappen’s Red Bull as they moved up to the front of the field.

Piastri, who started fourth, drove a race of clinical excellence to pass both Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli and then Verstappen to assume the lead, before managing his gap to his pursuers to the end.

Norris, who dropped back to sixth on the first lap after running wide while battling for the lead with Verstappen, was also decisive in making up for his earlier misfortune.

Norris ate into Piastri’s lead through the second half of the race but the Australian kept him at arm’s length.

Mercedes’ George Russell benefited from one of three virtual safety-car periods to vault ahead of Verstappen and take the final podium place, similarly keeping the Dutchman at bay over the closing laps.

And there was tension at Ferrari as the team first rejected and then accepted Lewis Hamilton’s request to be allowed past team-mate Charles Leclerc as they raced on divergent tyre strategies.

Hamilton was let past to try to challenge Kimi Antonelli’s Mercedes ahead of him, but failed to catch the Italian, or pull significantly ahead of Leclerc.

The first stint of the race was packed with drama at the front. Verstappen ran deep into the first corner and Norris attempted to pass him at the next curve.

But Verstappen jinked towards him and Norris ran off track, losing places to Antonelli, Piastri, Russell and the Williams of Alex Albon.

Norris complained that Verstappen ran him off the track, but the stewards decided the move was legitimate and took no action.

That left both McLaren drivers needing to make up ground to try to wrest the race win from Verstappen, and they set about the quest with gusto and determination.

At the front, Piastri swept boldly past Antonelli through the final part of the Esses in the first sector of the lap, before setting off after Verstappen.

Piastri was on Verstappen’s tail by lap eight and began trying to work out how to pass the Red Bull.

Verstappen repeatedly defended to the inside, forcing Piastri to the outside, and the McLaren was never quite far enough alongside to claim the corner.

After several attempts, Piastri finally made it by on lap 14. Verstappen again defended to the inside into the last corner, and that allowed Piastri to get a run on him with the DRS overtaking aid.

Piastri tried the outside again into Turn One, and this time Verstappen went in too deep, ran wide, and Piastri cut back and nipped by on the exit of the corner.

Their battle had allowed Norris to close up to them, after wasting little time passing the drivers between him and the leaders.

Norris passed Verstappen by diving around the outside into Turn 11 on lap 17, but he ran off track in doing it, and had to give the place back.

But a lap later, he made the move with ease, Verstappen this time appearing not to bother defending after sensing the game was up.

Verstappen quickly dropped back from the McLarens, losing nine seconds in as many laps before his pit stop.

The world champion’s day became worse when the virtual safety car (VSC) was deployed during the pit-stop period.

Russell, who was the only driver in the top 10 to start on the hard tyres like Hamilton, had not yet stopped and that VSC allowed him to pit for fresh tyres and rejoin still ahead of Verstappen.

For a while, Verstappen closed in on Russell but he could get no closer than about 1.8 seconds before failing to make any further progress.

Norris also closed on Piastri at the front, but after halving his deficit to four seconds, the Australian upped his pace to show he had time in hand and led comfortably to the end.

It is the first time a McLaren driver has won three races in a row since Mika Hakkinen over the 1997-98 seasons.

Piastri’s win extends his championship lead over Norris to 16 points, with Verstappen the same margin behind in third place. (BBC)

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Prabhsimran Singh hit 91 from 48 balls as Punjab Kings beat Lucknow Super Giants by 37 runs to move second in the Indian Premier League.

The opener hit six fours and seven sixes, making a half-century for the third match in a row, as his side cruised to 236-5.

The 24-year-old put on partnerships of 48 with Josh Inglis (30), 78 with Shreyas Iyer (45) and 54 with Shashank Singh (33 not out), falling in Digvesh Singh Rathi’s penultimate over, caught in the covers by Nicholas Pooran.

Lucknow were never in the chase, with Arshdeep Singh (3-16) removing openers Mitchell Marsh (0) and Aiden Markram (13) in the space of four balls before returning to trap Pooran lbw for six.

Azmatullah Omarzai had both Rishabh Pant (18) and David Miller (11) caught by Shashank at point as Lucknow slipped to 74-5 at the halfway stage, way behind the required run-rate.

Ayush Badoni and Abdul Samad dug in for almost seven overs, putting on 81 for the sixth wicket, until the latter was caught and bowled by Marco Jansen for 45.

Badoni was ultimately caught at short third by Arshdeep in Yuzvendra Chahal’s final over, finishing with a 40-ball 74, as Lucknow finished on 199-7.

Kings move up two places to second, one point behind leaders Royal Challengers Bengaluru, while Lucknow remain in seventh with five wins and six defeats. (BBC)

 

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Berbice emerged champions of the Guyana Cricket Board’s Male Inter-County Under-19, 50-over competition, topping the table at the end of three rounds.

With two wins, a no-result and bonus points, Berbice finished with 11.4 points, ahead of the Select XI, who secured two wins and a defeat to take the runner-up spot with 11 points.

Demerara, with a mixed bag of one win, one defeat and a no-result, ended third on 8.2 points, with Essequibo bottom of the table with 1.8 points.

Four points were awarded for a win, two for a no-result and 0.2 for a wicket taken by a fast bowler or wrist spinner.

On the individual side, Parmeshwar Ram (103), Sachin Balgobin (77), Romario Ramdeholl (77), Matthew Pottaya (61) and Jonathan Mentore (55) were the top five leading run-scorers.

The top bowlers were Golcharran Chulai (10), Salim Khan (9), Romario Ramdeholl (7), Parmeshwar Ram (7), Neeran Bani (6), Matthew Pottaya (6), Nityanand Mathura (6) and Dave Mohabir (6).

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Parmeshwar Ram (left) and Golcharran Chulai were the leading runscorer and wicket-taker respectively. They receive their awards from Cricket Operations Manager of the Guyana Cricket Board, Anthony D’Andrade

ROUND ONE

At Police Ground: Berbice defeated the Select XI by 178 runs

SUMMARY: Berbice 210 all out from 48.3 overs (Matthew Pottaya 40, Ari Afrizal Kadir 23, Rampersaud Ramnauth 23, Damion Cecil 20; Parmeshwar Ram 5-37, Dave Mohabir 2-45) vs Select XI 36 all out from 16.4 overs (Jonathan Mentore 13; Salim Khan 4-15, Matthew Pottaya 3-4, Sanjay Algoo 2-1)

At the Imam Bacchus Ground: Demerara defeated Essequibo by 23 runs

SUMMARY: Demerara 96 all out from 24.3 overs (Romeo Deonarain 18, Sachin Balgobin 14, Shiloh Adams 14; Golcharran Chulai 5-18, Rajendra Ramballi 2-19) vs Essequibo 73 all out from 37.1 overs (Ronaldo Jeffrey 14, Navindra Sankar 11;  Neeran Bani 4-16, Jayden Dowlin 3-9)

ROUND TWO

At LBI Ground: Select XI defeated Demerara by 29 runs

SUMMARY: Select XI 206 all out from 49.2 overs (Parmeshwar Ram 67, Romario Ramdeholl 42, Jonathan Mentore 36; Nityanand Mathura 4-38, Neeran Bani 2-34, Udesh Seetaram 2-35) vs Demerara 177 all out from 36.3 overs (Sachin Balgobin 57, Vemol Lall 38; Romario Ramdeholl 5-34, Jonathan Mentore 2-1)

At the Police Ground: Berbice defeated Essequibo by four wickets

SUMMARY: Essequibo 113 all out from 26.4 overs (Ashton Simmons 21, Teddy Wong 19, Golcharran Chulai 16*; Salim Khan 4-30, Micah Amsterdam 3-18) vs Berbice 116-6 from 17.3 overs (Sanjay Algoo 34, Matthew Pottaya 21*; Golcharran Chulai 3-23)

ROUND THREE

At the LBI Ground: Select XI defeated Essequibo by 13 runs under DLS method

SUMMARY: Select XI 147-9 from 29 overs (Romario Ramdeholl 35, Parmeshwar Ram 32, Kishawn Silas 31; Navindra Sankar 4-18, Golcharran Chulai 2-16, Saif Samaroo 2-34) vs Essequibo 96-8 from 20 overs (Shazif Mohamed 29, Ronaldo Jeffrey 24; Dave Mohabir 3-16)

At the LBI Ground: No-result between Berbice and Demerara (30-over game)

 SUMMARY: Demerara 133 all out from 22.1 overs (Romeo Deonarain 28, Jonathan Van Lange 26, Shiloh Adams 24, Jayden Dowlin 20; Kumar Deopersaud 3-8, Matthew Pottaya 2-21, Afraz Budhoo 2-22) vs Berbice 67-5 from 15 overs (Ari Afrizal Kadir 19, Daniel Joseph 15*; Wavell Allen 3-29)

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