Inclement Weather Causes Cancellation of Canada-Namibia T20 Cricket Matches

The T20 cricket match between Canada and Namibia was canceled twice this week due to inclement weather. Namibia, however, won the only game played on Wednesday by three wickets in a weather-shortened match. Canada managed to score 145 runs led by Yuvraj Samra, but Namibia successfully chased the target.

The cricket match between Canada and Namibia, part of the T20 series, was canceled for the second time in a week due to poor weather conditions. On Tuesday, the opening match of the series was also abandoned without any play. However, Wednesday’s contest saw Namibia emerge victorious by three wickets in a game affected by the weather.

During the weather-affected game, Namibia won the toss and opted to field first. Canada, under the captaincy of 18-year-old Yuvraj Samra, posted a total of 145 runs for the loss of eight wickets in 15 overs. Samra contributed significantly to the score with a total of 37 runs.

Namibia successfully chased down the target, finishing at 146 runs for the loss of seven wickets. The match concluded dramatically, with Zane Green scoring two runs off the final ball delivered by Canadian bowler Kaleem Sana, clinching the game for Namibia by scoring 11 runs in the last over, nine of which came from Green’s bat.

In summary, poor weather conditions have disrupted the T20 series between Canada and Namibia, leading to the cancellation of two matches. Namibia managed to secure a victory in the only game played amidst the adverse weather, demonstrating resilience and skill on the field. The series has highlighted the challenges posed by inclement weather in organizing sports events.

Original Source: chatnewstoday.ca