Navin Stewart And Leighton Leslie Both Score Centuries In The SCCA
Presented below is an overview of the matches held on July 8-9, featuring the Southern Connecticut Cricket Association and Brooklyn Cricket League.
Hamden Combine XI vs Danbury Cricket Club
In the Southern Connecticut Cricket Association 40-overs match held on July 8th 2023, Danbury Cricket Club faced off against Hamden Combine XI. Danbury Cricket Club managed to score a total of 183 runs before getting all out, with Harsha Bharadwaj leading the way with an impressive 95 runs, supported by N.S Shaikh who contributed 23 runs. Hamden Combine XI’s bowling attack was led by Adam Sanford, a former West Indies fast bowler, who claimed 3 wickets for 23 runs. Nathan Forde, the off-spinner, also made an impact with his bowling, taking 3 wickets for 39 runs. In response, Hamden Combine XI successfully chased down the target, reaching a total of 184 runs for the loss of just one wicket. Navin Stewart, a former Trinidad and Tobago All-rounder making his debut, played a sensational innings of 103 not out, which included 8 fours and 10 sixes. Mark Audain, a former St. Vincent and The Grenadines player, provided solid support with an unbeaten 56 runs.
Stamford Super Kings vs Bridgeport Cricket Club
In an impressive victory on July 8th, Bridgeport Cricket Club emerged triumphant against Stamford Super Kings with a massive margin of 254 runs. Batting first, Bridgeport Cricket Club put up a formidable total of 304 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in their allotted 40 overs. Leighton Leslie played a commanding innings, scoring a brilliant 126 runs, while Ramon Manderson remained unbeaten on 63 runs. In response, Stamford Super Kings struggled to find their footing and could only manage to score 50 runs for the loss of 6 wickets. Sean Edwards delivered a stellar bowling performance, claiming 4 wickets for just 14 runs in his exceptional spell of 8 overs.
Norwalk Mad Dogs vs New Haven Cricket Club
New Haven Cricket Club showcased their dominance with a convincing 79-run victory against Norwalk Mad Dogs on July 8th. New Haven Cricket Club batted first and posted a total of 190 runs before being all out. Daesean Wright contributed significantly with a well-played innings of 55 runs, while Naser Ahmed provided valuable support with 29 runs. Anand Chavan led Norwalk Mad Dogs’ bowling attack, impressively taking 4 wickets for 29 runs in 7.1 overs. Ziaur Rahman Mirad also made an impact with his bowling, claiming 3 wickets for 33 runs in 6 overs, while Saad Khan took 2 wickets for 40 runs in 8 overs. In reply, Norwalk Mad Dogs struggled to chase down the target and were eventually bowled out for 111 runs. Gary Taylor starred for New Haven Cricket Club, taking 4 wickets for 16 runs in 5 overs. Naseer Ahmed and Cavan Copeland also made notable contributions, taking 2 wickets each, conceding 14 runs and 17 runs respectively in their respective spells.
New York Diamond vs Middlesex Cricket Club
The match between New York Diamond and Middlesex Cricket Club in the Brooklyn Cricket League on July 9th 2023 was unfortunately abandoned due to rain. New York Diamond had a solid batting performance, scoring 262 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in their allotted 35 overs. Ali Nawaz top-scored with a well-played 73 runs, supported by Waqas Shah who contributed 63 runs. Saad Awan and Taimor Shahzad also made valuable contributions with scores of 28 and 26 respectively. Mikey Lynch was the standout bowler for Middlesex Cricket Club, taking 3 wickets for 44 runs in 7 overs. Hugo D’Olivera and Francis Mendonca claimed 2 wickets each, conceding 55 runs and 58 runs respectively. Middlesex Cricket Club had made a promising start in their chase, reaching 60 runs without any loss when the rain interrupted play. Hyron Shallow and Mark Audain were at the crease, scoring 43 and 15 runs respectively.
