– set to commence on August 3rd
The 2nd edition of the Kares ‘One Guyana’ T10 Tape-ball Cricket Blast was launched yesterday at the RS53 Restobar & Lounge in Providence, East Bank Demerara.
Minister of Culture, Youth, and Sport, Charles Ramson Jr., who delivered the feature address, said, “This tournament has the makings of a major international event. With high-quality cricket and the right organisation, we can attract teams from around the world, boosting tourism and showcasing Guyanese talent.”
The four-day event, which will feature 32 teams competing in an elimination format, will conclude on August 25th at the National Stadium in Providence. The other playing dates are August 4th and 5th.
The winner of the event will pocket $1,500,000 and the championship trophy, while the runner-up will walk away with $500,000 and the corresponding accolade. The losing semifinalists will receive $250,000 each. Individual prizes will also be awarded. Registration for the event will require a fee of $25,000.
Eccles All-Stars won the inaugural edition after defeating the V-Net Vipers in the final. Team Corruption and the Tarmac Titans were the losing semifinalists.
The venues for the event are the Police Sports Club Ground, Queen’s College Ground, and Lusignan Sports Club, with the National Stadium at Providence serving as the host of the final on August 25th.
