Guyana Amazon Warriors stayed perfect at the Global Super League 2026, crushing Lahore Qalandars by 53 runs at Providence Stadium to make it three wins from three. Rahmanullah Gurbaz set the tone with a blistering 65, and Gudakesh Motie followed up with a match-turning 4 for 19, leaving Lahore to absorb their first loss of the tournament. With the win, the Warriors now sit alone at the top of the table — and the margin of victory sends a clear message to the rest of the field.
Match Snapshot
| Category | Details |
| Match | Guyana Amazon Warriors vs Lahore Qalandars, Match 6 |
| Tournament | Global Super League 2026 |
| Venue | Providence Stadium, Guyana |
| Date | Sunday, July 26, 2026 |
| Toss | Lahore Qalandars won the toss, chose to bowl |
| First Innings Score | Guyana Amazon Warriors 164/9 (20 overs) |
| Second Innings Score | Lahore Qalandars 111 all out (17.2 overs) |
| Result | Guyana Amazon Warriors won by 53 runs |
| Standout Performer | Gudakesh Motie (4/19) — arguably the difference-maker over Gurbaz’s 65 |
| Points Table Impact | Guyana Amazon Warriors move to 6 points from 3 wins; Lahore Qalandars stay on 4 points after their first defeat |
Match Summary
Put in to bat, the Amazon Warriors didn’t waste a ball settling in. They came out swinging from the first over and never really let Lahore’s bowlers dictate terms, racing to a flying start before a middle-order wobble briefly threatened to undo the good work. A composed cameo from Romario Shepherd late in the innings papered over the cracks and pushed the total to a defendable 164 for 9.
That total looked gettable on paper, but Lahore’s chase never found rhythm. Two early wickets put them on the back foot, and although Abdullah Shafique and Parvez Hossain Emon briefly threatened a recovery, Guyana’s bowlers — Gudakesh Motie in particular — refused to let the innings breathe. Once Motie ripped through the middle order, the required rate ballooned and the chase unravelled in a hurry, folding for 111 with more than two overs unused.
First Innings Highlights
- Guyana blazed to 50 runs inside three overs, one of the fastest starts of the tournament so far
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz set the platform with a rapid 65 off just 35 balls
- A 72-run stand between Gurbaz and Mohammad Haris kept the scoreboard ticking through the middle overs
- The innings lost momentum after Gurbaz’s dismissal, with three wickets falling inside four overs
- Romario Shepherd’s late-order 29, laced with two sixes, gave the total real teeth
- Michael Bracewell led Lahore’s fightback with the ball, choking the flow of boundaries after the powerplay
Rahmanullah Gurbaz Sets the Tone
Gurbaz didn’t so much open the innings as detonate it. From the very first over, his intent was unmistakable — he wasn’t interested in feeling his way in, he wanted to put Lahore’s bowlers under pressure immediately. Six boundaries and five maximums went into his 35-ball knock, translating to a strike rate north of 185.
What stood out wasn’t just the power but the selection of shots. Gurbaz targeted length deliveries early, using the pace of the bowlers to clear the ropes rather than manufacturing his own, and mixed in orthodox drives through the covers whenever the bowlers dropped short in length to avoid the slog. That range made him almost impossible to set a field for. His innings alone accounted for close to 40 percent of Guyana’s total, and it’s fair to say the platform he built is what ultimately made 164 a defendable score rather than a par one.
Lahore Qalandars Fight Back with the Ball
Credit where it’s due — once Gurbaz departed, Lahore Qalandars found a way back into the contest. Michael Bracewell was the chief architect, using changes of pace and a tight line outside off to strangle the flow of runs. His four overs went for just 18, and he picked up two crucial wickets in the process, including the key breakthrough of Rovman Powell trapped in front.
Mehran Mumtaz didn’t enjoy the same control — his four overs cost 59 runs — but he still walked away with two wickets to show for his efforts, a reminder that expensive spells can still be productive ones in T20 cricket. Between Bracewell’s discipline and Mumtaz’s wicket-taking, Lahore dragged Guyana from a position of total dominance down to 124 for 6, and for a brief period it looked like the Amazon Warriors might fall short of a genuinely competitive total. It’s a passage of play Lahore can build on, even in defeat.
Second Innings Analysis
Lahore’s chase was in trouble almost immediately. Mohammad Naeem was gone inside the first over without scoring, and Shamyl Hussain followed shortly after, leaving the innings at 13 for 2 before the powerplay had even finished. That’s a hole that’s difficult to climb out of when chasing 165.
To their credit, Abdullah Shafique and Parvez Hossain Emon steadied things for a spell, both making 21 apiece in a 29-run stand that briefly restored some calm. But neither could kick on, and once both fell in quick succession, the innings had no senior partnership left to lean on. From there, the required rate crept up over nine an over, and against a Guyana attack bowling with real discipline, that gap proved unbridgeable. The middle order simply couldn’t generate the boundaries needed to stay ahead of the asking rate, and the innings limped to its conclusion well inside the 20 overs.
Gudakesh Motie Spins the Match
If Gurbaz was the headline act with the bat, Gudakesh Motie was the match-winner with the ball. His figures of 4 for 19 off four overs tell only part of the story — it was the timing of his strikes that really broke Lahore’s resolve.
Motie’s most damaging burst came when he removed Michael Bracewell, bowled, and then had Delano Potgieter caught for a golden duck off consecutive deliveries. In the space of two balls, Lahore went from fighting to functionally finished, slumping to 65 for 6 with the required rate already climbing out of reach. Left-arm orthodox spin isn’t always the tool associated with breaking open a chase, but on a surface offering turn, Motie extracted enough bounce and drift to beat both the outside and inside edge repeatedly. It was a spell that changed not just the scoreboard but the entire complexion of the run chase — the moment Lahore’s hopes effectively ended.
Top Performers
| Player | Team | Performance | Match Impact |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | Guyana Amazon Warriors | 65 off 35 balls (6 fours, 5 sixes) | Set the platform and pace for the innings |
| Gudakesh Motie | Guyana Amazon Warriors | 4/19 in 4 overs | Broke Lahore’s middle order and sealed the win |
| Romario Shepherd | Guyana Amazon Warriors | 29 off limited balls (2 sixes) | Pushed the total from par to competitive |
| Michael Bracewell | Lahore Qalandars | 2/18 in 4 overs | Most economical, restricted Guyana’s back half |
| Abdullah Shafique | Lahore Qalandars | 21 runs | Top scorer in the chase, briefly steadied the innings |
Match Statistics
- Highest individual score: Rahmanullah Gurbaz — 65
- Best bowling figures: Gudakesh Motie — 4/19
- Highest partnership: 72 runs (Gurbaz–Haris, 2nd wicket, Guyana innings)
- Powerplay score (Guyana): 50 runs inside 3 overs
- Winning margin: 53 runs
- Total sixes in the match: seven-plus across both innings, led by Gurbaz’s five
- Guyana’s run rate: 8.20 per over
- Lahore’s run rate in the chase: 6.41 per over
Turning Points
- Guyana’s explosive opening burst, reaching 50 in under three overs, set a total Lahore always had to chase from behind
- Gurbaz’s dismissal in the tenth over opened the door for Lahore’s bowlers to claw back into the contest
- Bracewell’s twin strikes against Hetmyer and Powell briefly swung momentum toward Lahore
- Romario Shepherd’s late hitting restored Guyana’s total to a genuinely defendable level
- Motie’s back-to-back wickets removing Bracewell and Potgieter effectively ended Lahore’s chase
Session Breakdown
Guyana Amazon Warriors Batting
The powerplay belonged entirely to Guyana, with Gurbaz and his partners racing to 50 inside three overs. The middle overs saw the Gurbaz–Haris stand consolidate the innings before a cluster of wickets between overs 10 and 14 slowed things down considerably. The death overs were rescued by Romario Shepherd, whose late hitting added crucial runs when the innings needed a lift.
Lahore Qalandars Chase
Lahore’s powerplay was a disaster, with two wickets down inside the first three overs. The middle overs offered brief hope through the Shafique–Emon stand, but once that partnership broke, there was no recovery. The back half of the chase was defined almost entirely by Motie’s spell, after which the required rate spiralled beyond reach.
Tactical Analysis
Lahore’s decision to bowl first looked reasonable on a pitch offering turn, but Guyana’s aggressive powerplay approach took that plan apart before it could take shape. On the flip side, Guyana’s use of Motie in the middle overs of the chase — attacking with spin rather than holding it back — was the standout captaincy call of the match, exploiting a surface that offered genuine assistance. Lahore’s own bowling changes, particularly turning to Bracewell after the top order was blown away, showed sound in-game thinking even in a losing cause, and it’s an approach they’ll likely lean on again.
What This Result Means
Guyana Amazon Warriors are now the only unbeaten side left in the Global Super League 2026, sitting on six points from three matches and firmly in control of their own destiny. Under the tournament’s format, finishing top of the table guarantees a direct spot in the August 1 final, meaning every additional win from here effectively insures Guyana against a slip-up in the Qualifier.
For Lahore Qalandars, this was their first defeat of the campaign, but they remain second on the table with four points. The margin of loss will sting, yet the underlying performance — particularly with the ball — offers plenty to build from before the July 31 Qualifier looms into view.
Playing XIs
Guyana Amazon Warriors:
- Quentin Sampson
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Mohammad Haris
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Rovman Powell
- Mohammad Nabi
- Romario Shepherd
- Gudakesh Motie
- Dwaine Pretorius
Lahore Qalandars:
- Mohammad Naeem
- Shamyl Hussain
- Abdullah Shafique
- Parvez Hossain Emon
- Michael Bracewell
- Delano Potgieter
- Mohammad Imran Randhawa
- Farhan Yousaf
- Usama Mir
- Mehran Mumtaz
- Shahab Khan
Match Details
- Venue: Providence Stadium, Guyana
- Toss: Lahore Qalandars won the toss and elected to bowl
- Umpires: Carl Tuckett (West Indies), Gregory Brathwaite (West Indies); TV Umpire: Christopher Taylor (West Indies)
- Match Referee: Reon King (West Indies)
- Weather: Clear skies, 27°C, 83% humidity, light winds
- Pitch Report: Turning surface, batting conditions rated average
Key Takeaways
- Guyana Amazon Warriors remain unbeaten after three matches, topping the Global Super League 2026 table
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz’s 65 off 35 balls was the fastest, most impactful knock of the match
- Gudakesh Motie’s 4/19 was the single biggest factor in dismantling Lahore’s chase
- Guyana’s explosive powerplay effectively decided the match before the halfway mark
- Lahore Qalandars suffered their first defeat of the tournament despite a spirited bowling effort
- Michael Bracewell’s economical spell was a bright spot for Lahore with the ball
- The 72-run second-wicket stand between Gurbaz and Haris proved decisive for Guyana’s total
- Lahore’s middle-order partnership of Shafique and Emon couldn’t sustain the chase’s momentum
- Guyana now have a direct route to the August 1 final if their form continues
- Lahore Qalandars will look to regroup before the July 31 Qualifier
FAQs
Who won Guyana Amazon Warriors vs Lahore Qalandars Match 6? Guyana Amazon Warriors won by 53 runs, defending a total of 164 for 9.
How many runs did Rahmanullah Gurbaz score? Gurbaz scored 65 off 35 balls, including six fours and five sixes.
Who was the best bowler in the match? Gudakesh Motie was the standout bowler, finishing with figures of 4 for 19 in his four overs.
Why did Lahore Qalandars lose? Two early wickets, a failure to build on a promising third-wicket stand, and a decisive spell from Gudakesh Motie combined to derail Lahore’s chase.
How many points do Guyana Amazon Warriors have? Guyana Amazon Warriors have six points from three wins, the most in the tournament so far.
What happens next in the Global Super League? The tournament continues on July 27 with Desert Vipers taking on the San Francisco Unicorns, as the race for the Qualifier and final spots continues.
This was a complete team performance from Guyana Amazon Warriors — Gurbaz laid the platform, the middle order weathered a mid-innings wobble, and Motie finished the job with the ball to make it three wins from three. For Lahore Qalandars, the defeat is a setback but not a crisis; the bowling effort, led by Bracewell, showed they can compete with the tournament’s best. With the final on August 1 and the Qualifier on July 31 both very much in play, this result sharpens the picture at the top of the Global Super League 2026 table — and sets up a fascinating final stretch of the group phase.
