TT Red Force Divas fall to Barbados in T20 Blaze match.

Trinidad and Tobago suffered a 13-run loss to Barbados in their final match of the T20 Blaze tournament, with Steffi Soogrim standing out with remarkable figures of 5 for 8 in four overs. Barbados were bowled out for 96, with Kyshona Knight scoring 25 and Aaliyah Alleyne adding 24. Despite a strong start, Trinidad and Tobago faltered in their chase and were bowled out for 83. Lee-Ann Kirby and Djenaba Joseph were the only batters to make a significant contribution, with Erin Deane leading the Barbados bowling attack with figures of 5 for 14.

In the final standings, Trinidad and Tobago finished second in the tournament with nine points, while Barbados came in fifth with eight points. Jamaica secured the title with an eight-wicket win over Leeward Islands, with Chadean Nation taking 2 for 21 and Stafanie Taylor scoring an unbeaten 48. Guyana claimed second place by beating the Windward Islands by 69 runs, with Mandy Mangry and Shemaine Campbelle making significant contributions with the bat. Kycia Schultz took 5 for 14 to bowl out the Windward Islands and secure Guyana’s third victory of the tournament.

The T20 Blaze points standings at the end of the tournament were as follows: 1. Jamaica – 22 points, 2. Guyana – 9 points, 3. Trinidad and Tobago – 9 points, 4. Leeward Islands – 9 points, 5. Barbados – 8 points, 6. Windward Islands – 4 points. Trinidad and Tobago’s loss to Barbados in their final match proved costly as it resulted in them missing out on the title, with Jamaica emerging as the champions. Despite some individual standout performances in the tournament, Trinidad and Tobago were unable to consistently perform at their best, ultimately falling short in their quest for the title.

Overall, the T20 Blaze tournament showcased some exciting cricketing action, with teams competing fiercely for the title. The performances of players like Steffi Soogrim, Erin Deane, and Stafanie Taylor stood out, with their individual contributions playing a crucial role in their team’s success. The tournament also highlighted the competitive nature of women’s cricket in the Caribbean, with all teams putting in strong performances throughout the competition. While Trinidad and Tobago may have fallen short in their final match, they can take pride in their overall performance in the tournament and look to build on their experiences for future competitions.