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In a nail-biting encounter at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium on October 21, the West Indies leveled their three-match One-Day International series against Bangladesh with a dramatic Super Over victory. The match, which ended in a tie at 213 runs apiece, saw left-arm spinner Akeal Hosein emerge as the hero for the Caribbean side. Hosein’s composed bowling in the Super Over restricted Bangladesh to 9/1, allowing the West Indies to secure a one-run win after posting 10/1 in their Super Over innings. The Windies’ trio of Shai Hope, Brandon King, and Sherfane Rutherford faced Mustafizur Rahman in the decisive over, while Hosein’s over was marked by wides and a no-ball but crucially no boundaries conceded. Earlier in the match, Bangladesh’s innings was anchored by opener Soumya Sarkar’s 45 and a blistering 39 not out from Rishad Hossain, who propelled the team past 200. West Indies’ bowling attack, led by Gudakesh Motie (3/65) and Alick Athanaze (2/14), kept the hosts in check. In response, the Windies’ chase was a rollercoaster, with Hope’s unbeaten 53 guiding them to a tie. The series decider will be played on October 23.

The Trinidad and Tobago Cricket Board (TTCB) has announced a 32-player shortlist for trial matches ahead of the Cricket West Indies CG United Super50 Cup, set to commence on November 19. Leading the roster is Jason Mohammed, the TTCB’s Cricketer of the Year and the Red Force’s top run-scorer this season. The trials, scheduled for October 22, 24, and 27 at the National Cricket Centre in Couva, aim to finalize the squad for the prestigious tournament. Despite the absence of key players like Evin Lewis, Joshua Da Silva, Jayden Seales, Khary Pierre, and Amir Jangoo due to injuries or international commitments, coach Rayad Emrit remains optimistic about the team’s depth. Emrit highlighted promising talents such as Shatrughan Rambaran, who recently scored a century, and young pacer Aadian Rachaa. The trials will also feature intense competition among spinners, including Joshua Davis and Yannic Cariah. The Red Force, defending champions from 2023, will open their campaign against Barbados Pride on November 19 at the Sir Frank Worrell Memorial Ground in St. Augustine.

The Queen’s Park Judo Club (QPJC) Tournament 2025, held on October 18 at the Cascade Community Centre, was a showcase of talent and determination, featuring Trinidad and Tobago’s first judo Olympian, Christopher George, and promising junior Adam Laing. The event attracted over 30 judoka and grapplers from various clubs and schools across the nation, highlighting the growing popularity and competitive spirit of the sport.

Christopher George, 41, demonstrated his exceptional skills by participating in both judo and submission grappling disciplines, securing victories in each. His mastery of control and composure earned him the men’s open judo division title, followed by the men’s heavyweight grappling crown later in the day. Meanwhile, 13-year-old Adam Laing delivered a commanding performance to win the boys’ 12–14 judo category, expressing aspirations to emulate George’s Olympic journey.

The grappling events also saw standout performances, with Charles Greenidge of EB Athletics clinching the lightweight title through his technical prowess. Other clubs, including TT Budokai, Samma, and Island Porrada, also made their mark with strong showings across various divisions.

The tournament concluded with QPJC extending gratitude to the Cascade Community Centre’s management and staff, as well as participants, spectators, and volunteers, for their collective efforts in ensuring the event’s success. The results across multiple age and weight categories underscored the depth of talent within Trinidad and Tobago’s judo community, setting the stage for future champions.

In a surprising turn of events, Angus Eve, the newly appointed head coach of Trinidad and Tobago’s women’s football team, has resigned before overseeing his first match. The Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (TTFA) confirmed Eve’s resignation on October 21, following social media reports that he had submitted a resignation letter to Jinelle James, the TTFA’s director of women’s football. Eve, a former national standout, was officially appointed on September 30, with Densill Theobald named as his assistant coach. His departure leaves the team without a permanent head coach once again, just as they prepare for the Concacaf Women’s qualifiers next month. The team is scheduled to play a friendly against Jamaica on October 28 at the Ato Boldon Stadium in Couva. Efforts to reach TTFA officials for further comments were unsuccessful. In his resignation letter dated October 19, Eve expressed gratitude for the opportunity and offered to assist in the transition process. The team recently played a practice game against Naparima College’s under-14 team and is finalizing its squad for the upcoming friendly. Key players in the training squad include veterans Karyn Forbes, Naomie Guerra, Victoria Swift, and strikers Kennya Cordner and Nikita Gosine. Trinidad and Tobago will face Barbados in their first Concacaf qualifier on November 30.

Trinidad and Tobago’s elite cyclists are set to make their mark at the 2024 Track World Cycling Championships in Santiago, Chile, commencing on October 23. The event will showcase the nation’s top talents across various disciplines, with high expectations for standout performances. Nicholas Paul and Njisane Phillip, renowned for their speed and precision, will kick off their campaign in the men’s keirin qualification at the Peñalolén Velodrome. Meanwhile, debutant Makaira Wallace will compete in the women’s flying 200m sprint qualification, marking her first appearance on the global stage. The sibling duo of Teniel and Akil Campbell will also represent Trinidad and Tobago, with Teniel participating in the women’s elimination race and Akil in the men’s scratch race. On October 24, Paul and Phillip are slated to compete in the men’s 1km time trial, while Teniel takes on the women’s omnium, a grueling multi-event competition. Wallace, if she advances past the sprint quarter-finals, will continue her journey in the semi-finals. Akil may also enter the men’s individual pursuit, adding to the nation’s medal hopes. The action continues on October 25, with Wallace returning for the women’s 1km time trial and Paul and Phillip, both two-time Olympians, beginning their quest in the men’s sprint. Akil will also commence his omnium races on the same day. The championships conclude on October 26, with Wallace vying for glory in the women’s keirin and Paul and Phillip aiming to secure podium finishes in the final rounds of the men’s sprint.

The Trinidad and Tobago (TT) women’s football team is set to face Jamaica in a high-stakes friendly match on October 28 at the Ato Boldon Stadium in Couva. This encounter marks TT’s first significant test after an extended hiatus, serving as a vital preparation for the upcoming 2025/26 Concacaf W Qualifiers. The TT Football Association officially announced the venue and kickoff time via a social media post on October 20. Jamaica’s head coach, Hubert Busby, unveiled a 20-member squad on October 16, featuring key foreign-based players such as goalkeepers Sydney Schneider (Tampa Bay Sun FC) and Rebecca Spencer (Chelsea WFC), defenders Tiffany Cameron (Halifax Tides) and Tianna Harris (Damaiense FC), midfielder Vyan Sampson (INAC Kobe Leonessa), and striker Shania Hayles (Newcastle United WFC). On the TT side, former men’s team coach Angus Eve has been preparing a 35-member training squad, including seasoned players like goalkeeper Kimika Forbes, defender Victoria Swift, midfielder Asha James, and attackers Kennya Cordner and Nikita Gosine. However, James is rumored to miss the final squad selection following a controversial social media post on October 20. The friendly is a strategic move for both teams as they gear up for the Concacaf W Qualifiers, which kick off next month. TT is placed in Group F alongside Barbados, El Salvador, and Honduras, while Jamaica is in Group B with Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Guyana, and Nicaragua. TT’s campaign begins on November 30 against Barbados at the BFA Technical Centre in Bridgetown, while Jamaica starts their journey on November 29 against Dominica at the Daren Sammy Cricket Stadium in St. Lucia. The top six group winners from the qualifiers will advance to the 2026 Concacaf Women’s Championship, joining powerhouses Canada and the United States.