Guyana's President Dr. Irfaan Ali, in a ceremony at the State House, conferred upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi the country's highest civilian honour, the 'Order of Excellence'. Modi, who is on a three-nation tour, expressed his gratitude and dedicated the honour to India's 1.4 billion people. This recognition is a testament to India's strong commitment towards deepening friendship with Guyana and demonstrates the country's unbiased approach towards international relations.
As the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Guyana in 56 years, PM Modi's arrival marks a momentous occasion for the community. The Indian diaspora, which makes up over 40% of Guyana's population, eagerly awaits the world leader and shanti-doot who strives to unite the world and propel India into its golden age. PM Modi's visit marks a significant moment for the Indian community, deeply rooted in their traditions and eagerly showcasing their vibrant culture to welcome the Prime Minister. During this visit, PM Modi will also co-chair the second India-CARICOM Summit with the Prime Minister of Grenada, highlighting the importance of regional collaboration.
In a critical match of the Caribbean Premier League, the Saint Lucia Kings and Guyana Amazon Warriors will clash at Providence Stadium in Guyana. With both teams already securing their spots in the playoffs, the outcome will determine who advances to Qualifier 1. The Warriors have momentum on their side, winning three straight games, while the Kings come in with a five-game winning streak. Both sides have strong batters, but the pitch will be a factor as most games have been low-scoring. The powerplay will be crucial, giving the batting teams an opportunity to make the most of the field restrictions and a fresh ball.
The Caribbean Premier League is all set for its 11th edition, starting with a thrilling contest between Saint Lucia Kings and Jamaica Tallawahs. The Tallawahs will look to defend their title against Barbados Royals, but players will now face severe penalties for a slow over-rate. In an unprecedented move, a red card-like mechanism will be introduced to remove a player from the field if the fielding team is found to be behind schedule at the start of the 20th over. With star players Imad Wasim, Jason Holder, and Imran Tahir in contention, the upcoming CPL promises to be an exciting and intense competition.
The Martinique national football team, nicknamed "Les Matinino," has been making waves in the world of Caribbean football. As an overseas department of France, they are not eligible to compete in FIFA events, but they have found success in CONCACAF and CFU competitions. In 2010, they won the Coupe de l'Outre-Mer, and have also won the Caribbean Cup in 1993. They have also participated in three CONCACAF Gold Cups, with their best finish being a quarterfinal appearance. With a new CONCACAF Nations League match coming up against Guatemala and Guyana, the team is looking to continue their success and make a name for themselves on the international stage.
The Guyana and Suriname national football teams will rekindle their rivalry as they face off in their debut fixture in the CONCACAF Nations League. This will be the first international match on Guyanese soil in over a year, with Guyana having a record of six wins, six defeats, and 15 losses against Suriname in previous encounters. Despite their losing record, the Golden Jaguars will be looking to make a statement and secure a win in the highly anticipated matchup. Don't miss this thrilling showdown between two fierce South American opponents.
Get ready for the highly anticipated 12th edition of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) in 2024, starting August 30. The league will feature the top teams from the Caribbean region competing for the championship title, with the opening match between Antigua and Barbuda Falcons and St Kitts and Nevis Patriots. Fans can catch all the action on FanCode for live streaming and Star Sports for live telecast. Don't miss out on the excitement of this year's CPL!
After two matches in the Women’s Caribbean Premier League 2024, the Trinbago Knight Riders have failed to secure a win, placing them at the bottom of the table. Jemimah Rodrigues, a young Indian batter and member of the Knight Riders, has only managed to score 42 runs so far. With a negative run rate, the team is in a do-or-die situation to make it to the finals, with their next match against the Guyana Amazon Warriors. Jemimah sees this tournament as an opportunity to prepare for the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup, and hopes to regain her rhythm and form through these matches.
The Providence Stadium in Georgetown, Guyana saw a remarkable 10th-wicket partnership between Dane Piedt and Nandre Burger, taking the total from a dismal 97-9 to a semi-respectable 160. Despite Temba Bavuma's decision to bat first, Joseph's 5-33 in 14 overs proved to be too much for the South African batsmen, with only four managing to reach double digits.
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