Jahmar Hamilton led Anguilla to secure an 11-run victory over Antigua & Barbuda in a thrilling encounter to move to the top of the table in the Leeward Islands T20 Cricket Festival on Wednesday at the Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium.
Antigua & Barbuda’s bowling was led by captain Rahkeem Cornwall, who claimed one for 13 runs in four overs, while Hayden Walsh Jr picked up two for 29 in his four-over spell.
In reply, Antigua & Barbuda made a strong start but ultimately fell 11 runs short and were bowled out 146 in 19.3 overs. Michael Haynes Dover top-scored with a fighting 38 off 33 balls, including 5 fours, while Karima Gore contributed an aggressive 27 off just 17 balls with 3 sixes.
Richardson was the standout performer, claiming three for 36, with Andros Bowens collecting three for 25 and Shivnarine Benjamin snapping three for 15 in 3.3 overs, helping to wrap up the Antigua & Barbuda innings just short of the target.
This victory will boost Anguilla’s confidence in the tournament, with Hamilton’s explosive batting and their collective bowling effort highlighting the team’s balanced strength across all departments. Antigua will get the opportunity to redeem themselves when they take on Combined Islands on Thursday at Pigotts while Anguilla will battle Nevis at the SVRCS.
