Balgobin’s XI beat Mathura’s XI by 61 runs

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Vishal Persaud (right) and Ushardeva Balgobin got the best of their practice match ahead of the inter-county tournament
Vishal Persaud (right) and Ushardeva Balgobin got the best of their practice match ahead of the inter-county tournament

Balgobin’s XI secured a 61-run win over Mathura’s XI as Ushardeva Balgobin and Vishal Persaud made the most of a practice game organized and played in Canal #2 Saturday.

The match is in preparation for the  upcoming Guyana Cricket Board under-19 Inter-County tournament.

Reduced to a 30-over affair, Mathura’s XI won the toss and inserted Balgobin’s XI to take first strike. Balgobin’s XI were bowled out for 201 in 29.3 overs while Mathura’s XI were rolled over for 140 in 27 overs.