Caribbean Times 28th Issue - Monday 14th June 2016

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22 c a r i b b e a n t i m e s . a g Monday 13th June 2016 Miguel Francis demolishes Racers Grand Prix 200m field; sets national record Deborah A Parker “I expected the time,” Miguel Francis told Caribbean Times after his amazing 200m run in Jamaica on Saturday evening. The 21-year-old Antiguan and Barbudan stopped the clock at 19.88 in the 200M at the Racers Grand Prix, staged at the National Stadium in Jamaica. In a field that boasted the likes of Olympic bronze medalist Warren Weir (20.32) and Commonwealth gold medalist Rasheed Dwyer (20.58), Francis was unstoppable. Not only did he manage to in fine style out-class his seniors, but in his feat posted the third fasted 200 m this year and set at new national record for Antigua and Barbuda. “I did expect the time, because I started off my season really well, and I’ve been training good....so I know I would have done it,” an enthusiastic, focused and very humble Francis told this newspaper. Miguel Francis, centre, set a new national record. With the Olympics now only several weeks away, the rising star also coaches Usain Bolt, the world-record- re-known coach Glen Mills- who also expects to do exploits on the Brazilian er holder in the said event.. tracks, but for now, he is continuing to Next outing for Francis will be the train hard with the Racers Track Club national trials on July 9th and 10th. in Jamaica,under the capable watch of Meanwhile, Prime Minister Gaston Browne is among those who extended congratulations to Francis. The PM on Francis’ Facebook page wrote, “Miguel! Rio gold, nothing less. Stay focused, disciplined, confident; with your good work ethic you shall rule the world in athletics. “You are better than Usain when he was at your age. He did it and you can better him.” “Be assured of the full support of the Government and people.” the prime minister also expressed.
Monday 13th June 2016 c a r i b b e a n t i m e s . a g 23 Rahkeem Cornwall scalps 10 for 47 to crush Empire in ABCA Two-Day finals By Vanroy Burnes Rakheem “ Jimbo” Cornwall bowling was simply too good for the Scotia Bank Empire team in ABCA two day finals at the Liberta playing field over the weekend as the crush tom an innings and 90 runs defeat. Batting first after asked to bat first, Scotia Bank Empire was bundled out for 94 runs in 36.2 overs with Damian Lowenfield top scoring with 26, while Mali Richards and Melvin Charles both hit 20 runs each. Bowling for the Liberta Black Hawks, Rahkeem Jimbo Cornwall picked five for 10 off 12. Overs, while Karima Gore, Ian Gore, Javy Benjamin and Daron Cruickshank all had a wicket each. In reply, Liberta Black Hawks declared their first innings on 386 for 9 with Karima Gore hitting 66, Kofi James 59, Ian Gore 55, Daron Cruickshank 58 and Rahkeem Jimbo Cornwall 58. Lynton Africa was Empire best bowler with 2 for 71 and Mali Richards 2 for 21. Empire batting a second time with a deficit of 292 runs, was bowled out for 202 runs in 65.3 overs with Damian Lowenfield 36, Junie Mills 44, Melvin Charles 27, Brendon Jno- Baptiste 43 and Mali Richards 25. Rahkeem Jimbo Cornwall again picked five for 37 and match figures of ten for 47. Kadeem Phillip had 2 for 34 and Kofi James 2 for 24. Liberta Black Hawks won the match by an innings and 90 runs. cont’d from pg 21 SLC’s president, called the decision “unacceptable” and said: “It will be reported to the ICC. The flag is a symbol. It is a mark to say we are not happy with the decision. To show solidarity and fight back.” Sri Lanka also thought they might have had Hales on 45 when Shaminda Eranga brought one back to strike him on the top of the pad but umpire S Ravi’s not-out decision was upheld by virtue of “umpire’s call” on review. The breaks in Hales’ favour were fast adding up. In reaching 41 by Saturday’s close, he might have fallen on 19, if Karunaratne had clung on to a low chance to his left at second slip and again on 39, shortly before the close, when he glanced Informative, reliable, enriching! Think you have a good news story; did you witness anything that is news-worthy; did you take that valuable picture; things happening in your community but there is no outlet or voice for you? You can earn just by telling your story. Call Caribbean Times at (268) 562 8688 Email: editor@caribbeantimes.ag Or news@caribbeantimes.ag Reach us now with that breaking news! Pradeep down the leg side only for Dinesh Chandimal to grass the chance. There were no reports of draped flags then. Nevertheless, Hales had some dominant moments, too, none better than when he conquered Rangana Herath’s over-the-wicket attack into the rough by hoisting the left-arm spinner straight for six, then sweeping his next delivery for four. England did lose the nightwatchman Steven Finn, lbw to Eranga, clearing the way for Cook. His place at No. 7 was purely happenstance, and not due to regulations limiting a player’s place in the batting order after injury, explained by the fact that his mishap while fielding at silly point was regarded as an external injury. Cook showed no ill effects although he, too, flirted with the vagaries of the review system. On 6, Herath spun one back to hit his thigh, playing back, but replays showed the ball had struck him outside the line. Then, in Herath’s very next over, he was struck in line of off stump by another sharp spinner, but this Sri Lanka erroneously chose not to appeal the original not-out decision. Hawk-Eye would have sent the England captain on his way for 11. Cook’s unbeaten 49, batting at No. 7, including a deep midwicket six into the Mound Stand off Eranga - he had hit 10 previously in Tests - and surely his first attempted ramp shot. The latter felt a bit like tipsy dad on the dancefloor. Probably judging that was enough tomfoolery for one day, he then declared, no doubt returning to a dressing room where he commands so much respect that players can happily giggle at his adventure. (ESPNcricinfo)
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