(Kaieteur News) – The Guyana Fire Service (GFS) has recorded at least 68 house fires across Regions Five and Six so far this year, one of which claimed the life of a 62-year-old woman.

Divisional Fire Officer Clive McDonald, who oversees Regions Five (Mahaica-Berbice) and Six (East Berbice-Corentyne), provided the statistics to the media, noting that the number of house fires recorded in 2026 has already surpassed the 67 recorded in 2025.

Fire destroyed this Blairmont, West Bank Berbice home, killing 62-year-old Bibi Ramprashad.

A former government building in New Amsterdam, Berbice was razed back in January.

The figures formed part of a wider tally of 537 fire incidents of varying magnitude recorded this year. These included fires involving 10 government buildings, one church, 12 vehicles, two vessels and four bonds, as well as grass fires, rubbish fires and electrical fires, among other incidents.

On June 2, 62-year-old Bibi Ramprashad, a wheelchair-bound pensioner, died in an early-morning fire which destroyed her home at Blairmont Village, West Bank Berbice. She is the only recorded fire-related fatality for 2026, compared with no deaths recorded in 2025.

Grass fire in Stanleytown, Berbice.

McDonald also highlighted a sharp increase in grass fires, which he attributed partly to the prevailing El Niño weather pattern, which is predicted to persist into mid-2027.

According to the figures provided, the GFS recorded 256 grass fires so far this year. September accounted for the highest number, with 128 incidents, followed by February with 49.

The figures represent a significant increase compared with 2025, when 49 grass fires were recorded for the entire year. September was also the month with the highest number of grass fires last year, accounting for 31 incidents.

However, McDonald said the fires were not caused by weather conditions alone, pointing to negligence by persons who light fires to dispose of garbage and fail to ensure that the flames are properly extinguished.

Divisional Fire Officer, Clive McDonald.

“There is a massive increase in grass fires due to people who light fire and have a tendency of leaving them unattended, and they will spread to open fields and open lands and so forth,” the fire officer said.

McDonald further disclosed that, among 390 cases assessed, 344 fires were classified as deliberately set, while 46 were deemed malicious.

He also raised concerns about fires involving abandoned buildings, noting that structures occupied by vagrants were sometimes affected by fires that could be either accidental or deliberately set.

The fire officer made the disclosures as the GFS observes Fire Prevention Month under the theme, “Charge into Fire Safety, Charging is a Superpower.”

McDonald said the agency would intensify its public education campaign to promote fire prevention and safety during the observance.

“During this period, the Guyana Fire Service, we will intensify our campaign in spreading the message on fire prevention and safety, because the Guyana Fire Service alone cannot do fire prevention. It has to be done in collaboration with other agencies, and more so, the citizens of this country,” he said.

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(Kaieteur News) – No exploration work at the Kurupung uranium project can commence until the Environmental Assessment Board (EAB) reviews and rules on appeals challenging the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) decision to exempt the project from an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).

EPA Executive Director, Kemraj Parsram confirmed that exploration activities cannot proceed until the EAB decides whether to uphold or overturn the agency’s decision.  “The EAB will review and determine if to agree or disagree with our decision….nothing moves forward until the EAB makes its decision,” Parsram told Kaieteur News when contacted.

Executive Director of the EPA, Kemraj Parsram

Following the publication of a notice by the EPA on August 26 exempting LIA (Guyana) Inc. from an EIA for mineral exploration at the Kurupung Uranium Project, separate appeals were lodged with the chairman of the EAB challenging the agency’s decision.

Canada-based firm U92 Energy Corp. owns the Kurupung Uranium Project through its wholly owned subsidiary, LIA (Guyana).

The project area spans approximately 92.2 square kilometres and carries a historical resource estimate of 20.6 million pounds of uranium. U92 had anticipated that the phase one drill programme will commence during the month of August, 2026 following receipt of the EPA’s approval of the environmental management plan.

EPA cleared U92 to conduct soil sampling and approximately 5,000 metres of diamond drilling from about 30 drill platforms. The approved activities also include limited access-track works, rehabilitation of approximately 12 kilometres of an existing access road, a temporary exploration camp and secure drill-core storage.

However, the appeals have effectively put a pause on the proposed activities until the EAB makes its decision.

Map showing the location of the boundary of the two PLs

Kaieteur News reported on two separate appeals lodged by four organisations and 40 individuals, including former EPA head, Dr. Vincent Adams, and another by 15 individuals and three organisations.   Both groups raised concerns about the environmental and health risks associated with uranium exploration, the absence of consultations with nearby Indigenous communities and the adequacy of the EPA’s decision to waive the EIA requirement for uranium exploration.

EPA in its notice explained that following the review of the application, it determined that the proposed exploration activities are “not likely to significantly affect the environment” and are therefore exempt from the requirement to conduct an EIA.

The agency explained that its decision was based on several factors, including that the project is limited to exploration and does not involve mining or mineral processing. Another factor stated is that land disturbance will be localised and mainly confined to small drill pads, access routes and temporary facilities.

However, the first group, in a letter dated September 25, questioned the agency’s assessment that the proposed activities were not likely to significantly affect the environment. The signatories also raised concerns about the contamination of air, land and waterways by toxic radioactive particles and waste; the lack of consultation with nearby Indigenous communities; the company’s experience; and the waste left behind by previous companies that operated the project.

Another appeal, submitted by Danuta Radzik on behalf of the signatories, similarly challenged the EPA’s decision. They questioned the grounds EPA listed for its exemption, that the agency’s decision violates the section of the Environmental Act, the lack of information on the company’s track record, lack of consultation with indigenous communities, the public, health and environmental risk concerns as well as questioning the agency’s capacity to monitor such project and Guyana lacking specific regulations for uranium exploration or mining.

U92 Energy acquired the project early this year through the acquisition of LIA Industries Pte. Ltd., a Singaporean firm that owns LIA (Guyana). This publication reported that LIA (Guyana) Inc., was incorporated in Guyana on March 20, 2023, and holds exclusive rights to occupy and explore the property under two Prospecting Licences (PLs) issued by the Guyana Geology & Mines Commission (GGMC) on April 19, 2024.  The licences permit exploration for uranium, other radioactive minerals, and rare-earth elements for three years, ending April 18, 2027, with an option to extend for up to two additional one-year periods through April 18, 2029.

Notably, Kurupung area was previously explored by Prometheus Resources (Guyana) Inc. and U3O8 Corp. between approximately 2006 and 2012.

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(Kaieteur News) – President’s College produced the biggest victory of the day with a commanding 10-0 win over Hope Secondary in the girls’ division as the ExxonMobil Under-18 Schools Football Competition continued on Saturday, October 10, with 10 matches across Georgetown, Region Three and the East Coast of Demerara.

Organised by the Vurlon Mills Football Academy (VMFA), the competition saw several impressive performances, including convincing victories for Leonora Secondary, Vreed-en-Hoop Secondary and Cummings Lodge Secondary, while two encounters were decided by penalty shootouts.

President’s College FC were relentless during their recent clinic with the ball.

In the East Coast Demerara division, President’s College dominated the girls’ encounter against Hope Secondary, with Kimora Edwards, Dilma Edwards, Shermel Blake and Ronlyn Dublin each scoring twice. Selena Williams and Ryana Gounga added one goal apiece to complete the 10-goal performance.

However, Hope Secondary gained some revenge in the boys’ division, defeating President’s College 3-1. Quashaun Campbell, Joseph Waite and Lebron Semple were on target for Hope, while Davis Samuels scored the consolation goal for President’s College.

Over in Georgetown North, St. George’s Science School recorded a comfortable 3-0 victory over Queenstown Secondary in the boys’ competition. Adiel Hamilton led the scoring with a double, while Corlan James added the third goal.

Cummings Lodge Secondary also enjoyed a successful outing in the girls’ division, defeating Christ Church Secondary 4-1. Ashanti Bissessar scored twice, while Deshauna Bovell and Carla Amara contributed one goal each. Haley Jack registered Christ Church Secondary’s lone goal.

The action in yesterday’s round of ten ExxonMobil U18 Schools football

In another closely contested Georgetown North encounter, St. John’s College edged St. Joseph’s High 2-1 on penalties after the teams finished regulation time locked at 2-2.

Dexter John and Josiah Nedd scored for St. John’s College, while Samech Starke netted both goals for St. Joseph’s High.

Meanwhile, in Georgetown South, Dolphin Secondary secured victory over West Ruimveldt Secondary in the girls’ division following a goalless draw in regulation time. Dolphin prevailed 3-1 in the subsequent penalty shootout.

The New Central High School also registered a victory in Georgetown South, defeating Freeburg Secondary 3-1 in the boys’ competition. Joshua Paul, Isiah Ramsaroop and Donte Thornhill each found the back of the net for The New Central High, while Tahir Cox scored for Freeburg.

In Region Three, Leonora Secondary recorded a 4-1 victory over Stewartville Secondary, with Shamer Persaud and Yuan Culley scoring two goals each.

Vreed-en-Hoop Secondary also impressed with a 4-2 victory over Patentia Secondary. David Williams led the charge with two goals, while Jamal Johnson and Treyon McLean scored once each.

DeWillem Secondary completed the Region Three results with a narrow 1-0 win over Westminster Secondary, courtesy of a lone goal from Brandeis Rollox.

The latest round of matches highlighted the growing competitiveness of the tournament, with schools from different communities continuing to provide young footballers with opportunities to demonstrate their abilities.

Operating under the banner “Play, Learn, Lead,” the Vurlon Mills Football Academy is using the ExxonMobil U18 Schools Football Competition as a platform to promote holistic youth development through sport.

Founded by former national footballer Vurlon Mills, the Academy aims to bridge the gap between youth and senior football while creating opportunities to identify and nurture emerging talent across Guyana.

Beyond competition, the tournament places strong emphasis on academic engagement, discipline, leadership and the development of essential life skills.

Through this initiative, VMFA seeks to encourage young athletes to balance their sporting ambitions with their education while developing the confidence, responsibility and character needed to become future leaders.

The ExxonMobil U18 Schools Football Competition is scheduled to continue through November, providing participating schools and players with further opportunities for competitive football, personal development and talent identification.

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The new West Demerara Hospital is expected to open in late 2027, expanding access to advanced diagnostic and specialist healthcare services for residents of Region Three and surrounding communities.

Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, provided the update in a recent post on his Facebook page, following a visit to the construction site, where he noted that work on the modern healthcare facility is progressing steadily.

The new West Demerara Hospital is expected to open in late 2027.

The new state-of-the-art hospital is expected to significantly improve healthcare delivery in Region Three by bringing advanced medical services closer to residents, reducing the need for patients to travel to Georgetown for certain diagnostic procedures and specialist care.

The facility will be outfitted with advanced diagnostic technology, including computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners, as well as cardiac catheterisation capabilities.

These services will strengthen the hospital’s capacity to diagnose and manage complex medical conditions, support timely treatment and improve patient outcomes.

Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony during his site visit.

The new West Demerara Hospital is expected to open in late 2027.

For residents, the expanded services are expected to mean greater convenience, improved access to specialised medical investigations and a more modern environment for receiving care.

The hospital will also provide improved working conditions for healthcare professionals, supporting the delivery of quality patient care.

This hospital will add to the list of regional facilities constructed by the government, while advancing wider efforts to modernise Guyana’s healthcare sector by expanding infrastructure, strengthening diagnostic capacity and improving access to advanced medical services across the country.

Through investments in new hospitals, upgraded facilities and modern medical technology, the President Irfaan Ali-led Government is working towards its stated goal of establishing a world-class healthcare system that delivers accessible, efficient and quality care to all Guyanese.

While construction work remains ongoing, the anticipated late-2027 opening of the new West Demerara Hospital represents a significant step towards strengthening healthcare services for Region Three and easing the pressure on other major public health facilities. (DPI)

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(Kaieteur News) – In Guyana if you want big wuk in de government, yuh gat fuh learn fuh curry favour, be a bootlicker or be a yes-person. Yuh gat to be a good yes-man and yes-woman, if yuh hope to score a good job. De more yuh can say yes, de faster yuh gan climb de ladder of success.

Don’t worry ‘bout too much qualifications, competence, expertise, and integrity. Dem things gan carry yuh only so far. But if yuh want to be catapulted from bottom to top, learn the rules of climbing the ladder of success.  If yuh want big wuk, yuh gat to start practising to bow and kneel. Mek certain yuh gat good knees and yuh neck muscles are strong. Buy a pair of knee guards. Yuh gan need it because yuh gan be spending nuff time stooping and pa-dooping.

Yuh also gat to have strong hands. Yuh must know how fuh slap backs good. And yuh must gat a sweet tongue fuh them semi-Gods with complements and flattery.

There are certain catch phrases yuh must practice such as: “You’re so brilliant! Your visionary leadership is awe-inspiring! I agree with everything you say.” Remember echoing the opinions of higher-ups and behind-kissing are some of the keys to success. And de more yuh can carry news and stab odder people in dem back, de more successful yuh gan become. Experience, qualifications, and track records gan carry yuh only so far and no further.  Who needs those when you can fawn yuh way to de top?

And if all of dat not opening doors fuh yuh, learn fuh cook duck curry!

Talk Half! Leff Half!

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…Ruel Rambiriche and Caleb Tan Capture Four Gold Medals Each as Young Badminton Stars Shine

(Kaieteur News) – The Guyana Badminton Association (GBA) successfully concluded its National Junior Badminton Tournament on Saturday, October 10, 2026, with the semi-finals and finals bringing three days of exciting and competitive badminton to a close.

The tournament, which was sponsored by the National Sports Commission (NSC), attracted 79 participants competing across 22 events in the Under-11, Under-13, Under-15, Under-17 and Under-19 age categories.

The outstanding winners L-R: Mishka Beharry, Ruel Rambiriche, Gabrielle Felix, Anjaynesa Godette, Caleb Tan

The competition showcased the remarkable talent, determination and sportsmanship of Guyana’s young badminton players, with several athletes delivering outstanding performances across multiple events.

Outstanding Performances

Ruel Rambiriche and Caleb Tan emerged as the tournament’s most outstanding performers, each capturing four gold medals.

Rambiriche demonstrated his versatility and dominance by winning the Under-17 and Under-19 Boys’ Singles titles, partnering with Christopher Jordan to secure the Under-19 Boys’ Doubles title, and teaming up with Gabrielle Felix to win the Under-17 Mixed Doubles.

Caleb Tan was equally impressive, capturing the Under-13 and Under-15 Boys’ Singles titles, the Under-13 Boys’ Doubles title alongside Joel Rambiriche, and the Under-15 Boys’ Doubles title with Ethan Bulkan.

The winners with Assistant Director of Sports Mr. Franklin Wilson

Three female athletes also distinguished themselves by securing three gold medals each in their respective age categories.

Mishka Beharry captured the Under-19 Girls’ Singles title, the Girls’ Doubles title with Gabrielle Felix, and the Mixed Doubles title alongside Christopher Jordan.

Gabrielle Felix secured the Under-17 Girls’ Singles title, partnered with Harshini Muralidharan to win the Girls’ Doubles, and teamed up with Ruel Rambiriche to claim the Mixed Doubles title.

Anjaneysa Godette also achieved triple-champion status, winning the Under-13 Girls’ Singles, Girls’ Doubles with Vaishnavi Natarajan, and Mixed Doubles with Joel Rambiriche.

These achievements highlighted the continued growth and development of junior badminton in Guyana.

The Guyana Badminton Association extends its sincere appreciation to the National Sports Commission for its sponsorship and continued support of badminton development. The Association also congratulates all winners, participants, coaches, parents and officials who contributed to the success of the tournament.

The GBA remains committed to nurturing young talent, strengthening grassroots badminton and providing opportunities for athletes to develop their skills and represent Guyana at regional and international competitions.

Official Tournament Results (Winners)

Under-19 Category

Boys’ Singles

• 1st – Ruel Rambiriche
• 2nd – Christopher Jordan
• 3rd – Ronit Gulchand and Darean Thomas

Boys’ Doubles

• 1st – Christopher Jordan / Ruel Rambiriche
• 2nd – Percival Chester / Ronit Gulchand
• 3rd – Kunal Alert / Darean Thomas and Nathan Henry / Eon Williams

Girls’ Singles

• 1st – Mishka Beharry
• 2nd – Harshini Muralidharan
• 3rd – Gabriella Henry and Anya Manickchand

Girls’ Doubles

• 1st – Mishka Beharry / Gabrielle Felix
• 2nd – Eyota Adams / Brianna Morgan
• 3rd – Anika De Freitas / Andreanna King and Alleyia Grant / Gabriella Henry

Mixed Doubles

• 1st – Christopher Jordan / Mishka Beharry
• 2nd – Nicholas Pollard / Andreanna King
• 3rd – Nathan Morrison / Anika De Freitas and Darean Thomas / Gabriella Henry

Under-17 Category

Boys’ Singles

• 1st – Ruel Rambiriche
• 2nd – Hasani Robinson
• 3rd – Nathan Henry and Egan Bulkan

Boys’ Doubles

• 1st – Nathan Henry / Eon Williams
• 2nd – Egan Bulkan / Ethan Bulkan
• 3rd – Hasani Robinson / Mikkel Wong and Miguel Jose Vasquez Silva / Shane Satrohan

Girls’ Singles

• 1st – Gabrielle Felix
• 2nd – Cathalina Wong
• 3rd – Harshini Muralidharan and Brianna Morgan

Girls’ Doubles

• 1st – Gabrielle Felix / Harshini Muralidharan
• 2nd – Tei Haynes / Cathalina Wong
• 3rd – Eyota Adams / Brianna Morgan and Anya Manickchand / Sarah Ramnarine

Mixed Doubles

• 1st – Ruel Rambiriche / Gabrielle Felix
• 2nd – Carl Fungafatt / Leah Fungafatt
• 3rd – Halen Jiang / Sakina Klass and Mikkel Wong / Neeharika Shetty

Under-15 Category

Boys’ Singles

• 1st – Caleb Tan
• 2nd – Ethan Bulkan
• 3rd – Vaibhav Natarajan and Lucas Leo

Boys’ Doubles

• 1st – Ethan Bulkan / Caleb Tan
• 2nd – Lucas Leo / Nathan Mohanlall
• 3rd – Vaibhav Natarajan / Joshua Tan and Danveer Hira / Viren Meghan

Girls’ Singles

• 1st – Cathalina Wong
• 2nd – Galianna Frank
• 3rd – Zariah Ivan and Gabriella Persaud

Girls’ Doubles

• 1st – Neeharika Shetty / Cathalina Wong
• 2nd – Galianna Frank / Sakina Klass
• 3rd – Hailey Gurchuran / Skylar Gurchuran and Zariah Ivan / Mika Morgan

Mixed Doubles

• 1st – Joel Rambiriche / Anjaneysa Godette
• 2nd – Carl Fungafatt / Leah Fungafatt
• 3rd – Lucas Leo / Galianna Frank and Nathan Mohanlall / Sakina Klass

Under-13 Category

Boys’ Singles

• 1st – Caleb Tan
• 2nd – Joel Rambiriche
• 3rd – Zion Hickerson and Joshua Tan

Boys’ Doubles

• 1st – Joel Rambiriche / Caleb Tan
• 2nd – Chrison Austin / Liam Felix

Girls’ Singles

• 1st – Anjaneysa Godette
• 2nd – Vaishnavi Natarajan
• 3rd – Leah Fungafatt and Hailey Gurchuran

Girls’ Doubles

• 1st – Anjaneysa Godette / Vaishnavi Natarajan
• 2nd – Kylie Klautky / Lucy Leo

Mixed Doubles

• 1st – Joel Rambiriche / Anjaneysa Godette
• 2nd – Joshua Tan / Vaishnavi Natarajan
• 3rd – Liam Felix / Hailey Gurchuran

Under-11 Category

Girls’ Singles

• 1st – Lucy Leo
• 2nd – Alseena Riorti
• 3rd – Gabriella Havercome and Kathalina Havercome

Girls’ Doubles

• 1st – Alseena Almahyra Riorti / Lucy Leo
• 2nd – Gabriella Havercome / Kathalina Havercome

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(Kaieteur News) – Guyanese cyclists Briton John and Aaron Newton opened the nation’s campaign with competitive performances at the Caribbean Cycling Union (CCU) Elite and Under-23 Championships in the Dominican Republic.

Guyanese Briton John got off to a great start in the 2026 CCU U23 hosted in the Dominican Republic.

Competing in Saturday’s individual time trial, John secured a sixth-place finish in the Elite category with a time of 46 minutes, 31.001 seconds, finishing 4 minutes and 27.762 seconds behind the event’s winner, Kaden Luke Hopkins of Bermuda (42:03.239). Nicholas Narraway, also of Bermuda, and Christopher Morales Fontán of Puerto Rico completed the Elite podium. Meanwhile, Newton clocked 49 minutes, 9.792 seconds to place fifth out of 11 finishers in the Under-23 division, building on his silver-medal performance from last year’s championships.

The time trials set the stage for Sunday’s road race, where Guyana’s full five-man squad will take to the course. National Elite road-race champion John and national Under-23 champion Ajani Cutting will lead the team, joined by Newton, Segun Hubbard, and Andre Greene.

The Guyana Cycling Federation had originally hoped to field a larger nine-man roster, but was forced to scale down after the CCU denied a request to reallocate vacant female rider spots to additional male competitors, strictly enforcing the country’s allotment of five male and five female entries.

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Dear Editor, 

Caricom Rice Mills wishes to address recent public statements made on social media concerning specific parcels of land in the Somerset and Berks area on the Essequibo Coast.

Caricom Rice Mills is the registered proprietor of the lands in question. Title has never been transferred to any other party.

In January, 2017, the previous owners of Caricom Rice Mills (Caricom) entered into private agreements of sale with certain individuals in order to quickly raise money. Those agreements expressly and impliedly provided that:

• the purchaser would pay a deposit;
• Caricom would retain possession of the lands;
• title would pass only upon payment of the balance within six months; and
• time was of the essence.

The balances were never paid. The agreements were never completed. Title was never transferred. No purchaser ever obtained possession. The Company was later sold.

For almost ten years, the individual now making public claims took no steps to pay the balance, to enforce the agreement, or to lodge any caution or prohibition against the land. Under Guyanese law, a purchaser who fails to perform and remains silent for such a prolonged period loses any right to enforce the agreement.

Although Caricom was legally entitled to forfeit the deposit, the Company has instead refunded the full amount paid. This reflects Caricom’s good faith and its desire to resolve the matter fairly, not any acknowledgment of the claims being made.

This dispute arises from a private agreement of sale between private parties. It is governed exclusively by the laws of Guyana and the terms of the agreement itself. Neither the Government of Guyana nor any political actor has any legal role or authority in this private transaction. Any attempt to involve political institutions in a private contractual dispute is legally unfounded and would constitute an improper interference with the rights of a registered proprietor.

Caricom Rice Mills will continue to rely on the established legal framework and, if necessary, the courts to vindicate its position as registered proprietor. The Company remains committed to the lawful development of its lands and to the growth of the communities in which it operates.

Regards,

Aeshwar Deonarine

Chief Executive Officer

Caricom Rice Mills Ltd

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(Kaieteur News) – A spectacular, unbeaten 186 from West Indies wicketkeeper-batsman Tevin Imlach single-handedly dismantled the Guyana Police Force (GPF) and booked Demerara Cricket Club (DCC) a spot in the final of the Dave’s West Indian Inc. 1^st Division 50-over competition.

His masterful ton on home turf anchored an emphatic 115-run semifinal victory.

Tevin Imlach

DCC’s road to the final initially looked bleak. After winning the toss and electing to field, GPF’s bowling attack tore through the home side’s top order, leaving DCC reeling at a precarious 50 for 4 in the 10th over.

What followed was an absolute master class in counter-attacking cricket. Imlach joined forces with West Indies Under-19 star Jonathan Van Lange to orchestrate a game-changing 201-run fifth-wicket partnership.

Van Lange played a brilliant supporting role, hammering a fluent 84 off 82 balls, including 5 fours and 6 sixes. With Van Lange holding down the other end, Imlach went on an absolute rampage. He butchered the Police attack to blast 186 not out from just 115 deliveries, punctuating his explosive innings with 16 boundaries and 11 towering sixes.

Jonathan Van Lange

The fierce mid-innings onslaught propelled DCC to a mammoth 344 for 9 in their allotted 45 overs. Kemol Savory was the lone bright spot for the lawmen, finishing with figures of 2 for 49.

Faced with a mountainous chase of 345, the scoreboard pressure proved too heavy for GPF. Despite a fighting 44 from Savory and a blistering, 33-ball 67 from Dwayne Dick (6 fours, 6 sixes), the Police batting lineup collapsed under the strain.

DCC’s bowling unit refused to let up, delivering a disciplined, collective performance to stifle any hopes of a miracle. National players Jaden Dowlin, Sachin Singh, Ashmead Nedd alongside a returning Van Lange claimed two wickets apiece to bundle Police out for 229 in 32.5 overs, comfortably sealing DCC’s ticket to the championship final.

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