The moment of truth has finally arrived for a watered down Bermuda Stanford 20/20 squad. Win and live to fight another day - or lose and go home.

That's the challenge Bermuda will face tomorrow in Antigua when they come up against defending Stanford 20/20 champions Guyana.

Bermuda's last appearance in the popular tournament ended in embarrassment, to say the least. And judging by the results of the past few days their chances for success this time around would appear just as bleak.

But then again, this is 20/20 cricket, an abbreviated form of the gentlemen's game, in which even a powerhouse such as Guyana are beatable on any given day.

Earlier this week skipper Irving Romaine complained about his team's lack of "proper preparation" due to circumstances beyond their control.

"It hasn't been as it could be. We had no field to practise on, no outdoor wickets at all," he vented. "The lack of proper preparation will obviously put extra pressure on the team."

It's hardly the news Bermuda Stanford 20/20 Legend Sir Viv Richards would want to hear. After all during his visit to the Island last October the former West Indies skipper was quick to point out "anything is possible if you apply yourself".

Bermuda will take on the might of Guyana fresh off heavy defeats against Jamaica's Stanford 20/20 squad and a Jamaican Development Select.

The Island's batsmen have yet to fire on all cylinders since arriving in the Caribbean, with only temperamental slugger Lionel Cann showing signs of consistency.

Glamorgan skipper David Hemp hit a fine 35 in Bermuda's previous outing and his ability to hang around the crease and prevent wickets from tumbling at both ends could again prove an invaluable assett.

Skipper Romaine is long overdue for a big score while the likes of Sammy and Jacobi Robinson are also capable of stepping on the gas in search of quick runs.

However, if Bermuda are to have success against Guyana then their bowlers will also have to stand up and be accounted for - something they haven't done thus far.

Seamer Ryan Steede has enjoyed reasonable success with the ball. But the same cannot be said for team-mates Traddie Simpson and Jacobi Robinson whom much will be riding on tomorrow. The pair have yet to claim a wicket on tour with Robinson going for a costly 17 runs in his only over against a Jamaican Development Select.

The strips at the Stanford Cricket Ground have varied in pace and bounce, with the spinners so far having posed the biggest threat.

Undoubtedly, Bermuda's spin trio Dwayne (Burls) Leverock, understudy Ray Butterfield and part-time spinner Romaine will hope the trend continues and if they can find the right line from the outset then Guyana could very well have a fight on their hands.

The last time Bermuda appeared in the tournament they were shredded by Chris Gayle's Jamaica after crumbling to a tournament low 74.

While that experience would have shattered pride, not to mention egos, Bermuda need not worry anymore as that humbling distinction now belongs to fellow minnows Turks and Caicos (69). Or does it?

In any case, the slate has been wiped clean and the chance to topple a giant is there for the taking.

But whether or not Bermuda are up for the challenge will certainly be laid bare for all to see come tomorrow when "night falls cricket rises."