GAW vs JAK Qualifier 2 CPL Match Highlights: Jamaica Kingsmen chased down 207 with two balls to spare at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, eliminating Guyana Amazon Warriors from CPL 2026 and advancing to the final. Rovman Powell’s unbeaten 40 off 17 balls sealed a five-wicket win in a match that swung dramatically through every phase. Guyana’s tournament ends here, while the Kingsmen move on to face the finalists with momentum firmly on their side.
GAW vs JAK CPL 2026: Highlights Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
The Qualifier 2 replay and highlights are available across regional broadcasters and digital platforms.
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- Worldwide: Matches may also be available via Sports Live Hub for global streaming access across regions.
Match Highlights
Jamaica Kingsmen won the toss and chose to field first at Kensington Oval, a decision that appeared shrewd early on as the pitch offered assistance to their pace bowlers under the Bridgetown floodlights. The strategy was to restrict Guyana in the powerplay and build a manageable chase. It nearly worked, but Shimron Hetmyer had other ideas.
Guyana’s start was scratchy. Mohammad Haris fell for nine in the second over, run out by Hassan Khan, and Mavendra Dindyal was caught at the boundary off Hassan Khan for nine. At 20 for two after just four overs, the Amazon Warriors were in early trouble with their top two gone cheaply.
Shai Hope steadied the innings, adding 96 with Hetmyer for the third wicket. Hope’s 40 off 33 was measured and important, it brought calm and saw off the most dangerous phase of the Kingsmen attack. When Hunain Shah removed him at 116, Hope’s job was done, and Hetmyer was just getting started.
What followed was a Shimron Hetmyer masterclass. He finished unbeaten on 102 off just 45 balls, four fours, eight sixes, a strike rate of 226.66, and single-handedly transformed a competitive total into a daunting one. His assault in the final eight overs redefined the match entirely. Quentin Sampson chipped in with 29 off 17 to support the carnage before Andre Russell finally pinned him at 181.
For the Kingsmen, bowling discipline evaporated in the death overs. Vitel Lawes went for 35 in two overs, Keemo Paul conceded 38 in three. Only Hassan Khan showed control, returning figures of one for 25 from his full allocation. Guyana finished at 206 for four, a total that set up a genuine contest.
The Kingsmen’s chase began at a ferocious pace. Maaz Sadaqat blasted 41 off just 17 balls, five fours, three sixes, before Pierre had him caught at 42. His partner Kirk McKenzie kept the tempo going, reaching 34 off 20 before Imran Tahir took a deserved wicket. At 90 for two after eight overs, Kingsmen were comfortably ahead of the rate.
Keacy Carty anchored the middle overs with a composed 56 off 40 balls. While wickets fell around him — Saim Ayub out for 23, Carty himself run out at 172, he ensured the Kingsmen never fell behind the required rate. The partnership between Carty and Saim Ayub added 62 runs and effectively put the match beyond Guyana’s reach.
Dwaine Pretorius was Guyana’s best bowler, taking two for 37 with smart variations. Imran Tahir contributed a wicket with his leg-spin, going for just 34 from four overs — economical by the night’s standards. But with the required rate manageable and Rovman Powell still to come, the momentum was always with Jamaica.
Rovman Powell finished the chase in style, 40 off 17 balls, two fours and four sixes. He took the game away from Guyana with minimal fuss, finding the boundary at will and never allowing the equation to tighten. When Romario Shepherd dismissed Andre Russell for two to make it 203 for five with two overs left, it looked momentarily nervy, but Powell ensured there was no drama, sealing the win with two balls remaining.
Toss Winner
Jamaica Kingsmen won the toss and elected to field first at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown.
Key Moment
Shimron Hetmyer’s unbeaten 102 off 45 balls in the second half of the Guyana innings was the defining moment, he turned a middling 116 for three into 206 for four and made the match a genuine contest worth chasing.
Star Performer / MVP
Shimron HetmyerShimron Hetmyer was the standout performer of the match: his unbeaten 102 off 45 balls at a strike rate of 226.66, including eight sixes, not only rescued Guyana from an uncertain position but set the target that made this a competitive final.
Guyana Amazon Warriors vs Jamaica Kingsmen Match Summary
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Team |
Score |
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Guyana Amazon Warriors |
206/4 (20 overs) |
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Jamaica Kingsmen |
207/5 (19.4 overs) |
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Result |
Kingsmen won by 5 wickets (2 balls remaining) |
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Player of the Match |
Shimron Hetmyer |
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Highest Run-Getter of the Series |
Quinton de Kock – 392 runs |
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Highest Wicket-Taker of the Series |
Imran Tahir – 16 wickets |
GAW vs JAK Playing XI
Guyana Amazon Warriors: Mohammad Haris, Mavendra Dindyal, Shai Hope, Shimron Hetmyer, Quentin Sampson, Romario Shepherd, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Dwaine Pretorius, Khary Pierre, Imran Tahir (c), Shamar Joseph
Jamaica Kingsmen: Maaz Sadaqat, Kirk McKenzie, Keacy Carty, Saim Ayub, Rovman Powell (c), Andre Russell, Hassan Khan, Romaine Morris, Keemo Paul, Vitel Lawes, Hunain Shah
FAQs – Yesterday’s Guyana Amazon Warriors vs Jamaica Kingsmen Qualifier 2 (Sep 18, 2026)
Q1: What was the final score of yesterday’s GAW vs JAK Qualifier 2?
A1: Yesterday (September 18, 2026) – CPL 2026 Qualifier 2 Jamaica Kingsmen (207/5 in 19.4 overs) beat Guyana Amazon Warriors (206/4 in 20 overs) by 5 wickets with 2 balls remaining. GAW: Shimron Hetmyer 102* (45) was the standout performer with the bat. JAK: Keacy Carty 56 (40) anchored the chase, with Rovman Powell 40* (17) sealing it. Result: Jamaica Kingsmen advance to the CPL 2026 final.
Q2: Who was named the Player of the Match?
A2: Shimron Hetmyer was named Player of the Match for his unbeaten 102 off 45 balls (SR: 226.66), which powered Guyana Amazon Warriors to 206/4 and made the Qualifier 2 a genuine contest.
Q3: Where was the match played, and who won the toss?
A3: The match was played at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados. Jamaica Kingsmen won the toss and elected to field first.
Q4: Who were the top performers with the bat for both sides?
A4: For Guyana Amazon Warriors, Shimron Hetmyer top-scored with 102* off 45 balls. Shai Hope contributed 40 off 33 to stabilise the innings. For Jamaica Kingsmen, Keacy Carty was the leading run-scorer with 56 off 40 balls, while Maaz Sadaqat’s explosive 41 off 17 set the tone at the top and Rovman Powell’s unbeaten 40 off 17 finished the chase.