The Jamaica Scorpions look to end their two-game losing streak as they face the Guyana Harpy Eagles at Sabina Park. Head coach Robert Haynes stresses the need for improved batting, especially in building partnerships. The Scorpions will play without regular captain John Campbell but welcome Brandon King back to the lineup. Meanwhile, the Harpy Eagles, eager to compete, are led by Tevin Imlach and bolstered by key players including spinners Gudakesh Motie and Kevin Sinclair.
The Jamaica Scorpions aim to break their two-game losing streak in the regional first-class cricket competition, according to head coach Robert Haynes. The team will host the Guyana Harpy Eagles today at Sabina Park, hoping to bounce back from recent defeats against the Leeward Islands Hurricanes and Barbados Pride, which have left them fifth in the league standings with 32.6 points.
The Scorpions started the season positively with a win over the Windward Islands Volcanoes, but their momentum has faltered since. Haynes emphasized the necessity for better batting performance, specifically highlighting lapses in focus when players reach double figures. He stressed the importance of building partnerships and remains hopeful that with four games remaining, success is still within reach.
A setback for the Scorpions is the absence of regular captain John Campbell due to a groin strain. However, established West Indies white-ball batsman Brandon King is set to return for his first match this season. Marquino Mindley will take on the captaincy in Campbell’s absence, while Ojay Shields joins the squad, bringing a potent bowling threat.
The pitch at Sabina Park is anticipated to assist pacers with its grass cover, further increasing the challenge for the Scorpions. Haynes remarked on the importance of outplaying the Harpy Eagles, stating, “It is for us to play better cricket than Guyana, to make sure we are organized and we execute.”
Meanwhile, the Harpy Eagles, under the guidance of head coach Ryan Hercules, are excited to commence this fourth round after a break since mid-February. Hercules mentioned the anticipated fierce competition in Jamaica and the high expectations the team holds for their performance, emphasizing the camaraderie and eager learning spirit of his players.
West Indies wicketkeeper-batsman Tevin Imlach leads the Harpy Eagles, who feature key spinners Gudakesh Motie and Kevin Sinclair, alongside batsman Tagenarine Chanderpaul and spinner Veerasammy Permaul, both of whom seek to make impactful contributions during this phase of the competition.
In summary, the Jamaica Scorpions are determined to overcome their losing streak and enhance their performance in the remaining matches of the regional first-class cricket competition. Under the leadership of interim captain Marquino Mindley and with key players returning, the Scorpions are hopeful for a turnaround against the formidable Guyana Harpy Eagles, who are equally motivated to maintain their winning momentum. The outcome of today’s match will be crucial as both teams strive for points in the standings.
Original Source: www.jamaicaobserver.com
