In a spectacular display of cricketing prowess, Trinidad and Tobago’s women’s team secured their place in the Bolivarian Games final with a decisive 74-run victory against Barbados on December 6 in Ayacucho-Lima, Peru. Maintaining an impeccable tournament record with four consecutive wins, the TT squad demonstrated exceptional skill both with the bat and ball.
After being sent to bat first, TT posted a competitive total of 120/7 in their allotted 20 overs. The innings was anchored by veteran batter Britney Cooper, who delivered a masterful 53 runs from 48 deliveries, including seven boundaries and one maximum. Young talent Samara Ramnath provided crucial support with her 21-run contribution from 24 balls. Despite early setbacks that saw openers Shunelle Sawh and Djenaba Joseph dismissed within the first eight overs, the 61-run partnership between Cooper and Ramnath proved instrumental in building a defendable total.
Barbados’ bowling attack was led by Erin Deane, who claimed three wickets for 23 runs, while Elecia Bowman secured one for eight.
The Bajans’ response with the bat quickly unraveled against TT’s disciplined bowling unit. Restricted to a mere 16/2 during the powerplay, Barbados never found momentum against TT’s spin duo of Karishma Ramharack (1/5) and Anisa Mohammed (2/4). The batting collapse intensified as pacer Kirbyina Alexander dominated with remarkable figures of 3/4, supported by Brianna Harricharan’s 2/9. Barbados ultimately collapsed to 46 all out in 19.3 overs, falling dramatically short of the target.
With this commanding performance, the TT women advance to the December 7 final with tremendous momentum, while setting the stage for an additional showdown between TT and Barbados in the men’s championship match.