This season’s SPL T20 has continued with an eventful May Day holiday weekend, featuring a full schedule of matches at the Francis “Baba” Lastic Grounds in Gros Islet.
As the 2026 NLA SPL T20 Cricket tournament approaches the end of the group stages, teams are making a desperate bid for qualifying spots. The weekend turned up the heat with two batters scoring centuries, bringing their fans plenty to cheer about.
On Sunday, the City Blasters triumphed over the Gros Islet Knights by 8 wickets.
Summarized scores:
Gros Islet Knights:103 all out in 16.0 overs
– Kimani Melius: 38 off 24 balls (2 fours, 4 sixes)
– Dillon Douglas: 26 off 23 balls (2 fours, 2 sixes)
– Amari Goodridge: 4 wickets for 18 runs
– Jaden Eloibox: 4 wickets for 20 runs
City Blasters:104 for 2 in 6.3 overs
– Stephen Naitram: 63 off 16 balls (5 fours, 7 sixes)
– Ackeem Auguste: 29 off 8 balls (1 four, 4 sixes)
– Tarrique Edward: 2 runs for 43 runs in 2 overs
The City Blasters dominated the match and easily chased down the target, as the Knights recorded their lowest total of the tournament. Skipper Melius fought valiantly to lift his team out of a rut but received little support aside from Douglas.
Goodridge and Elibox showcased their bowling prowess, claiming the majority of the wickets as the Knights crumbled under pressure. Their best partnership was a defiant 53 runs between Melius and Douglas.
Blasters captain Naitram led his team to victory with a blistering knock just outside the powerplay. Currently, the City Blasters sit atop the points table with 19 points from 7 matches, followed by the Soufriere Titans and Micoud Eagles, both with 12 points from 7 matches, and Choiseul Craft Masters with 10 points from 7 matches. The Knights are in fifth place with 9 points.
Can the Knights regroup and secure a qualifying spot after a promising start to the season with impressive wins?
In another match, the Micoud Eagles claimed victory over the Choiseul Craft Masters by 7 wickets.
Summarized scores: Choiseul Craft Masters: 137 for 3 in 8.4 overs
– Jason Simon: 56 off 21 balls (5 fours, 5 sixes)
– Junior Henry: 50 off 20 balls (2 fours, 6 sixes)
– Three bowlers took 1 wicket each
Micoud Eagles:
– Murlan Sammy: 28 off 19 balls (1 four, 1 six)
– Dominic Auguste: 24 off 13 balls (2 fours, 2 sixes)
– Bronte Bess: 3 wickets for 18 runs
– Dorman Edward: 3 wickets for 24 runs
On Saturday, the Soufriere Titans overpowered the Gros Islet Knights by 132 runs.
Summarized scores: Titans: 203 for 6 in 20 overs
– Djourn Charles: 107 not out off 54 balls (10 fours, 8 sixes)
– Kurt Edward: 29 off 23 balls (5 fours)
– Tarrique Edward: 3 wickets for 36 runs
Knights: 191 for 6 in 20 overs
– Dillon Douglas: 64 off 35 balls (5 fours, 5 sixes)
– Lee John: 35 off 19 balls (1 four, 4 sixes)
– Noelle Leo: 23 off 17 balls (2 fours, 1 six)
– Shani Mesmain: 2 wickets for 9 runs
– Kevin Sinclair: 1 wicket for 17 runs
The Micoud Eagles also defeated the Mon Repos Pioneers by 40 runs.
Summarized scores: Eagles: 257 for 7
– Dominic Auguste: 99 off 41 balls (6 fours, 10 sixes)
– Samuel Charles: 45 off 27 balls (6 fours, 2 sixes)
– Rohan Lesmond: 33 off 21 balls (1 four, 1 six)
– Mervin Wells: 24 off 17 balls (5 fours)
– Cody Lesmond: 4 wickets for 35 runs
Pioneers: 217 for 6
– Keon Gaston: 118 not out off 54 balls (10 fours, 9 sixes) – Sabiuns Emmanuel: 55 off 44 balls (5 fours, 3 sixes)
– Ted Jones: 3 wickets for 43 runs
– Sanjay Pamphille: 1 wicket for 27 runs
On Friday, the match between Choiseul Craft Masters and Mon Repos Pioneers was abandoned. Batting first, Choiseul posted a total of 194 for 8 in 20 overs; Mon Repos had replied with 15 for 0 in 1 over before the match was called off due to an island-wide power outage.
In keeping with the community spirit of sharing the excitement with fans, the SPL T20 organizers added a special touch to Saturday’s Double Header for children. Young fans who arrived early were treated to gift packages, along with cake and ice cream after the first match. A spokesperson stated, “At SPL, we believe it’s important to nurture a love for cricket and build a lasting legacy by bringing the next generation closer to the game, allowing children to experience the excitement of live cricket.” – [R.A]
