A masterful half-century from out-of-favour West Indies test batsman Vishaul Singh proved to be the deciding factor for East Bank’s six-wicket win over Upper Corentyne at Bourda on Tuesday.
Chasing a target of 173 for victory, the East Bank side reached 173-4 inside 26 overs to complete a memorable win.
The win was constructed by the usually sedate Singh, who displayed his versatility by easing his way to an unbeaten 59.
The diminutive left-hander, who struck two fours and one maximum, shared in a 72-run opening stand with Trevon Griffith (37) while Mavendra Dindyal (27) also chipped in.
Eon Hopper grabbed 2-39 to end as the pick of the bowlers for the Berbice side.
Earlier, Upper Corentyne batted first and posted 172-6 from their 30 overs; the match was affected by rain.
Opening batsman, Alex Algoo led the way with a brisk innings of 67 while the inform Clinton Pestano (41) chipped in as Sherfane Rutherford claimed 2-9 from two overs. Ronaldo Alimohamed (1-34) also bowled well for the eventual winners.
