Guyana’s senior men’s rugby team faced a heavy 48-17 loss to the Cayman Islands, continuing their struggle for form after a previous defeat. President Ali attended the match, signaling support for the sport. While Tyrese Prescod showed promise with two tries, the team faces a crucial match against Barbados on May 17th that may impact their standings in Rugby Americas North.
The Guyana Rugby Football Union (GRFU) is facing a challenging journey to restore the strength of its senior men’s national team, known as the ‘Green Machine’. The recent 48-17 loss against the Cayman Islands on Saturday highlights just how far the team has to go to regain its former dominance. Guyanese rugby fans have been left concerned, particularly after the team also suffered a tough 26-3 defeat to Trinidad and Tobago last June.
President Dr. Irfaan Ali attended the match, showing support for Guyana’s rugby scene. He took the time to greet both the Guyanese and Caymanian teams before the game, voicing his commitment to bolstering the sport within the nation. However, the match didn’t start well for the home team as the Cayman Islands quickly took charge.
In summary, the Guyanese rugby team has significant challenges ahead following their recent loss to the Cayman Islands. Although there were some bright spots, particularly with star player Tyrese Prescod, the team fell short of overcoming a large first-half deficit. With an upcoming match against Barbados on May 17th, all eyes will be on Guyana, hoping to see improvement in their performance and standings within Rugby Americas North.
Original Source: newsroom.gy
