Newly-appointed Captain of the Guyana Harpy Eagles side, Matthew Nandu described his side as a balanced team as they seek a rare Super50 Cup title.
The side is stacked with young but talented players, but the likes of Gudakesh Motie and Keemo Paul will be senior figures in the team.
“Our biggest strength is our balance. We have quality in both departments, batsmen and bowlers with real talent and skill. Once they’re given the opportunity, I believe they’ll step up and perform consistently,” Nandu said.
The fast-bowling department is short on experience barring Paul, but Nandu remains confident that his young brigade will step up and stick to the plan.
“Even though they’re young, I have full confidence in them. Once they’re handed the ball, I expect them to stick to the plans we set, adjust quickly to the conditions, and execute to the best of their ability. They’re eager, they’re learning, and they’ll give everything for the team,” the young Captain said.
While the squad features some surprising inclusions and omissions, the selection of pacer Sylus Tyndall has been a topic for discussion. The Berbice quick played only one match for Berbice in the Super50 inter-county and he didn’t bowl a ball. His selection came on the back of his talent, and him being a contracted player.
When asked about Tyndall, Nandu remained diplomatic.

“Tyndall is part of our fast-bowling group, and if he gets the opportunity, I’m confident he’ll make the most of it,” he said.
Nandu has been in red-hot form in the local season. He was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP) in the tournament where Demerara and Essequibo shared title honours.
“Personally, I want to keep learning and grow into the role as strongly as I can. My focus is on leading by example and bringing the best out of the group. Ultimately, our collective goal is to compete hard and win the Super50 title,” Nandu explained.
The Regional Super50 bowls off on Wednesday, November 19. Guyana Harpy Eagles will face Jamaica Scorpions at Queen’s Park Oval in Trinidad from 09:00h local time. (Brandon Corlette)