The Trinidad and Tobago Red Force delivered a commanding performance on November 27th at Queen’s Park Oval, St Clair, securing their place in the 2025/26 CG United Super50 Cup final with a decisive eight-wicket victory over the Leeward Islands Hurricanes. This triumph marks their fourth finals appearance in the past five seasons, setting up a championship clash against traditional rivals Barbados Pride on November 29th at Brian Lara Cricket Academy.
The foundation for victory was laid by an exceptional bowling display from seam bowler Terrance Hinds and spinner Ricky Jaipaul, who claimed three wickets each to restrict the Hurricanes to a modest 214 runs in 49 overs. Hinds made early breakthroughs by dismissing Kofi James (8), Carlon Bowen-Tuckett (5), and clean bowling Mikyle Louis (13) within the first 39 deliveries, leaving the visitors reeling at 31-3.
Despite resistance from Karima Gore (39) and a spirited 71-run knock from Jahmar Hamilton—who famously eliminated T&T from the 2019 semifinal—the Hurricanes’ innings never gained sustained momentum. The Red Force bowling attack maintained consistent pressure, with Joshua James, Jyd Goolie, and Abdul-Raheem Toppin contributing crucial wickets during the final overs.
The chase became a showcase of batting prowess as Tion Webster shattered his tournament slump with a magnificent 83 runs from 117 deliveries. Partnering with returning West Indies player Amir Jangoo, Webster demonstrated exceptional form on his home ground, systematically dismantling the Leeward Islands’ bowling attack. Their 88-run partnership off 141 balls effectively decided the contest.
Though Webster fell with victory in sight, Jangoo remained unbeaten on 72 from 85 balls, accompanied by Jyd Goolie’s rapid 23 not out from 23 deliveries. The Red Force achieved their target with 41 balls to spare, joining Barbados Pride with an unassailable 31 points in the standings.
This final appearance renews one of the region’s most storied rivalries, marking the tenth championship meeting between the teams since the tournament’s inception in 1973. Red Force supporters now anticipate their team potentially securing a record-extending 15th overall title and their seventh victory against Barbados in regional 50-over finals.