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Pollard, Pooran Power TKR to 182-6
16 Aug
Summary
- Pollard and Pooran scored 44 runs each to lead TKR's charge.
- Trinbago Knight Riders posted a formidable total of 182-6.
- Jamaica Kingsmen seek first win after three losses.
The Trinbago Knight Riders have set a challenging target of 183 runs for the Jamaica Kingsmen in their Caribbean Premier League clash at Sabina Park. A crucial 67-run partnership between Kieron Pollard and Nicholas Pooran was instrumental in the Knight Riders reaching 182-6.
Pollard was particularly destructive, smashing 44 runs off just 22 balls with a flurry of boundaries and sixes. Pooran also contributed a vital 44 runs from 32 deliveries, showcasing aggressive batting. Alex Hales added 29, while late cameos from Sunil Narine (19 not out) and Jyd Goolie (14) further boosted the Knight Riders' imposing total.
The Jamaica Kingsmen, who are still searching for their inaugural victory of the CPL season after suffering three consecutive defeats, face a daunting run chase. Andre Russell took 2-34 and Hunain Shah claimed 2-31 for the Kingsmen, but their efforts were not enough to contain the Knight Riders' powerful batting performance.
