Tuckett thrashes returning Nationals

Carl Tuckett blazed his way to an exciting half century and just missed out on a ton when his team comfortably chased down the target set by the Returning Nationals team.

The match was played as part of the recently concluded Culturama 40 (C-40) celebrations at the ET Willet Park between the Returning Nationals team and the reigning Leewards Islands Masters’ team champions—Nevis.

The Returning Nationals batted first and got to a competitive total of 135 for 5.

The Nevis Masters lost just two wickets en route to a comprehensive victory, led by Captain Carl Tuckett who blazed the cricket ball to all parts of the park.

He was unbeaten on 92, when the dust settled.

Summarized scores: Returning Nationals—135 for 5 from 20 overs

C. Hendrickson 1 for 12; David 2 for 20

Nevis Masters’ 135 for 2—Carl Tuckett 92*; Wendell MICEY Wallace 24*

V. SPIDER Phillip and Laughton Sargeant got one wicket each