Richmond Hill Liberty scored notched up another winning weekend in the New York National Cricket League’s Premier competitions this past Saturday and Sunday. Randy Boodhoo, on Saturday, and Christopher Blucher, on Sunday, struck half-centuries to lead the batting while Leon Mohabir picked up a four-wicket haul and Andrew Tomby bagged 3 wickets to lead the bowling over the weekend. Michael ‘Jimmy’ Sultan turned in a fine all-round performance scoring 40 and picking up two wickets. The wins secured playoff spots for Richmond Hill Liberty on both days.
ON SATURDAY: RHL vs NY Zalmi
Richmond Hill Liberty CC displayed a dominant performance, securing a commanding 111-run victory over NYZalmi CC in the NYNCL Rockaway Premier Division Saturday 2023 match on August 12, 2023.
Electing to bat first, Richmond Hill Liberty CC posted a challenging total of 217 runs for the loss of 7 wickets in their allotted 30 overs. Randy Boodhoo emerged as the star performer with a well-crafted 53 runs off 45 deliveries, which included 4 boundaries and 3 sixes. Satish Dwarka’s unbeaten 46 off 49 balls and Michael Sultan’s brisk 41 off 24 balls provided valuable momentum to the innings. Zeeshan (zee) Ahmed was the standout bowler for NYZalmi CC, claiming 3 wickets for 24 runs.
NYZalmi CC struggled to find their rhythm in the chase as Richmond Hill Liberty CC’s bowlers maintained pressure from the beginning. Andrew Tomby led the bowling attack with an impressive performance, securing 3 crucial wickets for 31 runs. Michale Sultan picked up 2 wickets to go with his 41 runs while there was a wicket each for Jamiel Jackman, Samuel Raghubir, and Keron Sewnarine.
NYZalmi CC’s batting lineup faced frequent setbacks and failed to form significant partnerships. Despite a few brief contributions, the team was eventually bowled out for 106 runs in 20.1 overs. Richmond Hill Liberty CC’s disciplined bowling played a key role in restricting NYZalmi CC’s batting.
The win cemented Richmond Hill Liberty’s spot at the top of the points table heading into the playoffs. #TheBlueNation will take on # 8 ranked Punjab 11 at The Baisley Cage this Satruday, 1 PM in the NYNCL 30 overs Premier competition’s quarterfinal.
ON SUNDAY: RHL vs NY Titans
In a thrilling encounter, Richmond Hill Liberty CC clinched victory by 3 wickets against New York Titans in the New York National Cricket League 40 Overs Premier competition on August 13, 2023.
New York Titans started their innings with a rather modest total of 166 runs for the loss of 10 wickets in 35.5 overs. Zalal Hussain Jamil’s resilient knock of 42 runs off 45 deliveries and Hasib Absar’s 25 runs were the notable contributions. Leon Mohabir emerged as the star bowler for Richmond Hill Liberty CC, securing 4 wickets for 42 runs. The disciplined bowling attack, led by Leon Mohabir and Samuel Raghubir, helped Richmond Hill Liberty CC to limit New York Titans’ scoring opportunities.
Chasing a target of 167 runs, Richmond Hill Liberty CC faced a few early setbacks but managed to keep their composure. Christopher Blucher’s impressive performance turned the tide in their favor as he scored a brilliant half-century, accumulating 51 runs off 52 balls with 2 fours and 3 sixes. Skipper Keron Sewnarine chipped in with 24 runs but it was Naresh Rambharos’ unbeaten knock of 40 off 34 balls that saw home the victory despite RHL losing a few quick wickets towards the end of the chase. Jahangir Hossain Khan was the pick of the bowlers for New York Titans with 2 wickets.
The match showcased the importance of partnerships, and Richmond Hill Liberty CC’s collective effort ensured their victory. The game went down closer than it should, with Richmond Hill Liberty achieving the target in 27.4 overs with 3 wickets in hand. This victory demonstrated their resilience and ability to perform under pressure.
With the win, Richmond Hill Liberty locked in the 4th spot on the tournament’s points table heading into the playoffs. #TheBlueNation will take on 5th ranked Phoenix Cricket Club this Sunday at 12 PM at The Baisley Cage in the competition’s quarter-final.
The 2023 Liberty Sports Club Inc. is based in Queens, New York, and is locally supported by:
- SVC LLC
- TOP Marketing Group
- S&A Workforce
- Century 21 Professional at 119-17 Rockaway Blvd
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- Cricket Zone USA
- Universal Mixed Martial Arts
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- Galaxy Maids,
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