Janeiro Tucker Breaks Two Cup Match Records

August 1, 2013

janeiro charlie[Updated with video] Janeiro Tucker — aka Mr Cup Match — was in impressive form today [Aug 1] claiming two notable distinctions; becoming the all time leading run scorer and the first player to score four centuries in Cup Match.

Fans erupted after the Somerset player exceeded Charlie Marshall’s total of 1,357 to become the all time leading run scorer in Cup Match history.

Charlie Marshall himself was among those who made their way onto the field to congratulate Tucker, with the legendary cricketer receiving a warm reception from fans.

The two players — who have scored some 2,700 Cup Match runs between them — are pictured on the left.

The 38-year-old cricketer then added the proverbial icing on the cake by going on to score a century, which earned Tucker his second big honour of the day, making him the first player to score four centuries in Cup Match.

Tre Manders also grabbed himself a century, as Somerset ended the first day of play with the upper hand, having declared at 370/6, while St George’s are at 76/5.

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  1. Time Shall Tell says:

    I stand by Blue & Blue all day long but this doesn’t stop me from appreciating these great milestones. Congratulations & thank you Mr. Janeiro Tucker — aka Mr Cup Match, you help make Cup Match the special event that it is.

  2. Well Done says:

    Great Job Janeiro and Tre.

  3. Raymond Ray says:

    There’s only one thing anyone can say and that’s congratulation to you Janeiro :-) Yet there is another never to be forgotten line spoken by the once great commentator,(Mr. Joe Brown) that’s, “Oh my,my,my”

  4. Sunshine says:

    Congratulations Janeiro, what a great accomplishment! With dedication and hard work come great rewards.Having said that thank you for entertaining Bermuda on the first day of 2013 Cup Match, hopefully with the tremendous lead you and Tre Manders have set we will bring the Cup back to Somerset tonight! Well done!!

  5. Crystal says:

    Huge congrats Janiero. You are such a great player! Hopefully you’re able to score big again today. SOMERSET!!!!!!!!

  6. David says:

    Didn’t He and Tre also break the record for the greatest partnership?

  7. SunShine says:

    Great Job Janeiro aka Mr.Cupmatch! Go Somerset!! Very well deserved.