Guernsey beat Malta in second T20 World Cup qualifier
Guernsey defeated Malta by six wickets in their second T20 World Cup qualifier match, maintaining their lead in the five-team group. After bowling Malta out for 74, Guernsey reached the target with 11.2 overs to spare despite an early batting collapse. Key performances came from Martin Dale Bradley, who took 4-9, and Matt Stokes, who scored 24 not out to guide the chase.
- ▪Guernsey beat Malta by six wickets in the Europe Sub Regional Qualifier A in Cyprus.
- ▪Malta were bowled out for 74, with Martin Dale Bradley taking 4-9 and Ed Robinson claiming two wickets.
- ▪Guernsey chased down the target to reach 78-4 in 11.2 overs, led by Matt Stokes' 24 not out and Ollie Nightingale's 28.
- ▪Guernsey won their first match against Sweden by 12 runs and remain top of the group after two victories.
- ▪They will face Austria and Slovenia in their remaining group games, aiming to advance to the final round of European qualifying for the 2028 T20 World Cup.
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