Mittleholzer, a standout for the BVI CA Royal Knights, has steadily built a reputation in the Masters cricket circuit. Last November, he played a pivotal role during the Barbados Regional Masters Tournament, helping lead the Royals Team to victory in the high-profile competition.

His success continued in the recently concluded USVI President’s Cup Tournament, held in St. Thomas, where he represented the British Virgin Islands in securing the championship title. His consistent performances at regional tournaments have now earned him a place in the West Indies Masters provisional squad, a critical step toward competing on the global stage.

With training and evaluations ahead, Mittleholzer will now focus on securing a spot in the final squad for the Masters World Cup.

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After winning the toss, BVI elected to bat first and posted a competitive total of 170 for 7 in their allotted 20 overs. Joel Williams led the scoring with 36 off 27 deliveries, supported by contributions from Ameri Hinds and Yohann Lezama, who each added 25 runs. Shelan Isidore provided late momentum, smashing 30 off just 15 balls. St. Thomas struggled to contain the BVI batting lineup, with bowler Dane Weston conceding 46 runs in his four overs while managing to claim one wicket.

Chasing 171 for victory, the St. Thomas All-Stars struggled against a disciplined BVI bowling attack and were dismissed for 113 in their full 20 overs. Collin Joseph was the top scorer for St. Thomas with 31 off 32 balls, while Samuel Jones added 18. BVI’s Julian St. Clair was instrumental in restricting the opposition, taking four wickets for just 10 runs in his two-over spell. Dhanpaul Chrisnanand and Imran Smith chipped in with two wickets each, ensuring St. Thomas never gained momentum.

For his match-winning bowling performance, St. Clair was named Man of the Match. BVI also claimed several individual accolades, with Ameri Hinds earning the MVP award for his all-around contributions—78 runs, two catches, and one wicket. St. Clair also took home the Most Wickets award, while St. Thomas’ Doyle Jones secured the Most Runs award with 69 runs in the tournament.

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This year’s tournament, spanning from April 14 to July 21, promises to showcase the best talent the BVI has to offer under the leadership of newly elected President Neil Hayes.

Zone A of the tournament will see fierce competition among teams such as Cavaliers, Under The Tree, Vincy, Falcons (led by none other than Neil Hayes himself), Police, and Titans. In Zone B, cricket aficionados can expect thrilling matches between Vikings, Royal Knights, Rising Stars, Renegades, and Grenada.

Neil Hayes, who also serves as a fast bowler for the Falcons, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming matches, saying, “I’m really looking forward to cricket restarting on Sunday. Please come down and support all the teams. There’s going to be some incredible skills on display. It’ll be a great time, so please come down and support the cricket.”

But the excitement doesn’t end with cricket alone. Spectators can look forward to live music and food and drinks available for purchase throughout the tournament.

With an entry fee of just $5, the BVICA is ensuring that cricket fans of all ages have the opportunity to witness the action-packed matches firsthand.

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