After the disappointment of Sunday night’s rain-out, the SKN Patriots finally gave their staunch supporters plenty to celebrate, edging the Barbados Tridents in a thrilling nail-biter at Warner Park on Tuesday night.
Batting first, the Tridents posted a formidable 217 for 4 from their allotted 20 overs, powered by a blistering century from Quinton de Kock, who struck 108, and an equally impressive half-century from Zachary Carter, who contributed 57.
The Patriots, however, were undaunted by the daunting target.
Openers Johnson Charles and Kyle Mayers launched the chase in electrifying fashion, putting together a century opening partnership before the Tridents finally made the breakthrough.
The Patriots maintained the required run rate throughout the innings, keeping the pressure firmly on the Tridents. With 22 runs needed from the final two overs, the contest went down to the wire.
Then, with just four runs required from the final over, the Patriots kept their composure.
The Spice Man, Kyle Mayers, finished the contest in emphatic fashion, smashing a six off the very first delivery of the final over to seal a sensational six-wicket victory.
The result earned the Patriots two crucial points and provided their passionate home supporters with a memorable night at Warner Park.
Summarized Scores
Barbados Tridents — 217 for 4 (20 overs)
Quinton de Kock 108
Zachary Carter 57
Shah 2 for 43
SKN Patriots — 220 for 4
Johnson Charles 78
Sams 2 for 40
SKN Patriots won by 6 wickets.
