Latest update March 24th, 2025 7:05 AM
David Persaud Investments Limited on board as Big Man Cricket to be launched today
Administrative Assistant of David Persaud Investments Limited, Jandoo Singh (right) presents the sponsorship cheque to Chairman of BMC, Raj Singh.
Kaieteur News – The Big Man Cricket tournament is set to commence tomorrow at several venues across Guyana but the official launch of the tournament which has attracted eight teams so far will be done today at GCC from 14:00hrs.
Chairman of the Big Man Cricket Committee, Raj Singh told the media on Wednesday at Oasis Café, Carmichael Street that no fans will be allowed and there are lots of prizes to be won. He added that the fixtures will be released shortly and the tournament caters for players over 45-years of age.
He added that the tournament will be used as a yard stick to select a Guyana team to compete at the regional tournament set for October. Singh indicated that following the regional tournament, a West Indies team will be selected for the Over-50 World Cup in 2022 in South Africa.
Singh said that the tournament is designed to get retired cricketers back into the club system so they can assist with the development of the game and club structure. “They can also be role models for the youths and even start helping with umpiring, scoring and being part of the administration of the clubs.”
The tournament has not been sanctioned by the Guyana Cricket Board, but Singh said that is not necessary as they have gotten a legal opinion from their Attorneys. Meanwhile, David Persaud Investments Limited of Sub Lot ‘X’ Plot ‘A’ Le Ressouvenir, East Coast Demerara is the latest entity to join the growing list of sponsors.
David Persaud Investments Limited has been in operations for over 33 years. They are the largest Importer and Distributor of steel products and high quality building materials in Guyana. Mr. Christopher Persaud, who serves as the Chief Executive Officer readily agreed to co-sponsor the tournament since he is an ardent cricket fan and strongly believes that BMC has a role to play in the development of cricket in Guyana.
“Surely it would attract our masters to get back more actively involved in the game of cricket which ultimately it would lead to healthier lifestyles and enhancement of community. These guys can also serve in various capacities in our Clubs and Area Associations, etc and assist in strengthening the pool of administrators and officials of the game.”
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