WCPL 2025: Molly Penfold, Stafanie Taylor propel Guyana Amazon Warriors to a comprehensive win over Trinbago Knight Riders

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Guyana Amazon Warriors (GAW) registered their second win in the Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) 2025 with a confident five-wicket victorywin over Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) in Match 4 at Providence Stadium, Guyana.

Winning the toss, TKR chose to bat first but failed to capitalize on the decision. Opener Lizelle Lee fell cheaply for just 2 runs, setting the tone for a cautious powerplay.

Jess Jonassen anchored the innings with a fighting 51 off 45 balls, including 4 fours and 2 sixes.

Veteran Deandra Dottin chipped in with a steady 31 from 33 balls, but her innings lacked acceleration.

Zaida James (15 off 24) played a supporting role, but the middle order never found the momentum needed to push past 130.

The GAW bowling was spearheaded by Molly Penfold (4/17), who rattled TKR’s batting with pace and accuracy. She was well supported by Karishma Ramharack (1/15) and Stafanie Taylor (1/24) as the Knight Riders were restricted to 123/7 in 20 overs.

Chasing 124, Guyana’s innings began with a cautious approach. Opener Amy Hunter provided a steady start with 27 off 31 balls, but early wickets meant the chase needed stability.

That stability came from skipper Stafanie Taylor, who delivered a classic knock under pressure. She scored a patient 39 off 44 balls, anchoring the innings while rotating strike and finding timely boundaries.

Contributions down the order kept the momentum alive:

Despite minor hiccups, GAW successfully chased down the target in 18.5 overs, finishing at 125/5.

TKR’s bowlers tried to make a game out of a modest total:

However, the lack of scoreboard pressure made their efforts fall short.

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While Molly Penfold’s early strikes were pivotal, it was Stafanie Taylor’s calm and calculated 39-run knock that made the ultimate difference. Under her leadership, GAW paced the chase perfectly, ensuring no late collapse. Her all-round contribution (39 runs and 1/24 with the ball) sealed her the Player of the Match award.

Stafanie Taylor delivers yet again! 🔥

A brilliant all-round show from the ever-reliable star guides Guyana Amazon Warriors Women into the WCPL 2025 Final 🏆👏 She’s rightly named Player of the Match! 🌟#GuyanaAmazonWarriors #WCPL25 #TKRWvGAWW #Cricket #stafanietaylor

— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) September 14, 2025

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