MATCH NO – 1st Match
SERIES – T20 World Cup – 2024
DATE – 30th August, 2024
TIME – 4:30 AM IST
VENUE – Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua
INTRODUCTION
The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) is a popular T20 cricket league in the Caribbean, featuring teams from various Caribbean countries. It typically takes place annually, attracting some of the best cricket talent from around the world, alongside local players. The CPL is known for its vibrant atmosphere, exciting matches, and the unique Caribbean flavour that sets it apart from other T20 leagues.
The league usually consists of six franchises representing different Caribbean nations, including:
- Antigua and Barbuda Falcons
- St Kitts & Nevis Patriots
- Guyana Amazon Warriors
- Trinbago Knight Riders
- Barbados Royals
- Saint Lucia Kings
MATCH PREVIEW
1st match of the CPL will be played between Antigua and Barbuda Falcons vs St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots. Antigua Falcons is new franchise and will plate their first match in this season.
Both teams boast of strong batting & bowling attacks looks more balanced and strong, so the battle between the batsmen and bowlers will be crucial in deciding the outcome of the match.
Considering the form and capabilities of both teams, this match has the potential to be a close contest. It will be interesting to see how the teams strategize and adapt to the conditions. Fans can again expect an exciting and competitive match between Antigua and Barbuda Falcons and St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots.
PITCH REPORT
The Sir Vivian Richards Stadium is a prominent cricket ground located in North Sound, Antigua. Named after the legendary West Indies cricketer Sir Vivian Richards, it serves as a major venue for international cricket matches. Here are some key details about the stadium:
Key Facts
Location: North Sound, Antigua and Barbuda
Establishment: The stadium was built and opened in 2006.
Capacity: It can accommodate approximately 10,000 spectators, with the possibility of expansion for larger events.
Primary Use: The stadium is primarily used for cricket and hosts Test matches, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is).
Features
Facilities: The stadium features modern amenities, including well-equipped player facilities, media centres, and hospitality suites.
Pitch and Outfield: The pitch is known for being batting-friendly, although it can provide assistance to bowlers as the game progresses. The outfield is typically well-maintained and conducive to good fielding performances.
GROUND STATS (CPL)
| TOTAL MATCH | 06 |
| AVERAGE SCORE | 145+ |
| BATTING 1ST WON | 01 |
| BATTING 2ND WON | 05 |
| NO RESULT | 00 |
SCORING PATTERN
| BELOW SCORE 150 | 02 |
| BETWEEN 150 TO 169 | 02 |
| BETWEEN 170 TO 189 | 02 |
| ABOVE SCORE 190 | 00 |
BOWLERS STATS ON VIVIAN RICHARDS GROUND (CPL)
TOTAL MATCHES PLAYED – 06
PACER WICKETS – 37
SPINNER WICKETS – 18.
ABF TEAM NEWS, SQUADS, PLAYING 11 & PLAYERS STATS
TEAM NEWS
- Antigua and Barbuda Falcons is a new frenchies and will play their first match and will replace three times Champions Jamaica Tallawahs.
- This team bought a lot of good players in batting like Brandon Kings, Fakhar Zaman, Fabian Allen, Sam Billing, in batting.
- In the bowling sector they bought Mohammad Amir, Primus, Chris Green, Chris Greaves, Hyden Walsh who will make the bowling strong.
- Brandon Kings scored 288 runs in 10 innings in the previous season of Caribbean Premier League.
- Imad Wasim scored 312 runs and took 14 wickets in the 11 innings in the previous season of Caribbean Premier League.
- Chris Green took 15 wickets in 11 innings in the previous season of Caribbean Premier League.
- Mohamamd Amir took 16 wickets in 10 innings in the previous season of Caribbean Premier League.
- Fabian Allen took 4 wickets in 11 innings in the previous season of Caribbean Premier League.
- Shamar Springer took 5 wickets in 5 innings in the previous season of Caribbean Premier League.
- Both teams have played 0 matches and Antigua and Barbuda Falcons won 0 match and lost 0 matches against St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots.
SQUADS
Batting – Jahmar Hamilton (wk), Jewel Andrew (wk), Sam Billings(wk), Brandon King ©, Teddy Bishop, Fakhar Zaman, Kofi James.
Bowling – Mohammad Amir, Hayden Walsh, Shamar Springer, Kelvin Pitman.
All Rounder – Fabian Allen ©, Roshon Primus, Joshua James, Imad Wasim, Chris Green, Justin Greaves.
POSSIBLE PLAYING 11
Brandon Kings ©, Fakahr Zaman, Sam Billings (wk), Roshon Primus, Fabian Allen, Imad Wasim, Chris Green, Justin Greaves, Mohamamd Amir, Hayden Walsh, Shamar Springer.
ABF – PLAYER STATS:
1. BRANDON KING © – RHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 23r, 7r, 9r, 13r, 34r. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs SNP | 7r, 67r, 22r, 89r, 27r. |
| Total Stats vs SNP | 11 INNINGS – 329 RUNS. |
2. FAKHAR ZAMAN – LHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 5r, 4r, 13r, 11r, 9r. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs SNP | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs SNP | NOT PLAYED YET. |
3. SAM BILLINGS – (WK) RHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 0r, 5r, 24r, 17r, 2r. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs SNP | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs SNP | NOT PLAYED YET. |
4. ROSHON PRIMUS – RHB+RAMF
| Recent 5 Innings | 10+0W, 1W, 28+0W, 22+2W, 1W. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs SNP | 5r, 18+2W, 2+2W, 1W, 11+1W. |
| Total Stats vs SNP | 5 INNINGS – 36 RUNS – 6W. |
5. SHAMAR SPRINGER – RHB+RAMF
| Recent 5 Innings | 53+2W, 24+0W, 23+0W, 1W, 1W. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs SNP | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs SNP | NOT PLAYED YET. |
6. FABIAN ALLEN – RHB+LAO
| Recent 5 Innings | 0W, 1W, 0W, 10+4W, 1W. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs SNP | 33+0W, 23+1W, 11+1W. |
| Total Stats vs SNP | 3 INNINGS – 59 RUNS – 1W. |
7. CHRIS GREEN – RHB+LAO
| Recent 5 Innings | 0W, 1W, 33+1W, 9+0W, 100+1W. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs SNP | 1W, 0W, 0W, 0W, 1W. |
| Total Stats vs SNP | 12 INNINGS – 9 WICKETS. |
8. IMAD WASIM – LHB+LAO
| Recent 5 Innings | 0W, 29+0W, 0W, 2W, 2W. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs SNP | 3W, 1W, 1W, 2W, 0W. |
| Total Stats vs SNP | 8 INNINGS – 10 WICKETS. |
9. JUSTIN GREAVES – RAF
| Recent 5 Innings | 1W, 0W, 33+2W, 0W, 0W. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs SNP | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs SNP | NOT PLAYED YET. |
10. MOHAMMAD AMIR – LAMF
| Recent 5 Innings | 3W, 3W, 0W, 2W, 1W. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs WI | 4W, 3W, 0W, 1W, 1W. |
| Total Stats vs WI | 5 INNINGS – 9 WICKETS. |
11. HAYDEN WALSH – RALB
| Recent 5 Innings | 0W, 0W, 1W, 0W, 0W. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs SNP | 0W, 0W, 0W, 0W, 2W. |
| Total Stats vs SNP | 6 INNINGS – 4 WICKETS. |
SNP TEAM NEWS, SQUADS, PLAYING 11 & PLAYERS STATS
TEAM NEWS
- One times trophy winner St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots team performed very poor and won only 1 match and lost 9 out of 10 matches and last position in the points table.
- This is the first match who will be played between St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots and Antigua and Barbuda Falcons.
- Andre Fletcher scored 278 runs in 8 innings in the previous season of Caribbean Premier League.
- Sherfane Rutherforde scored 194 runs in 8 innings in the previous season of Caribbean Premier League.
- Dominick Drakes took 7 wickets in 8 innings in the previous season of Caribbean Premier League.
- Odeon Smith took 6 wickets in 11 innings in the previous season of Caribbean Premier League.
- Ashmead Nedd took 5 wickets in 3 innings in the previous season of Caribbean Premier League.
- In the last CPL match St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots team failed to chase a good total of 178 runs and lost the match by 59 runs against Jamaica Tallawahs.
- Yannic Cariaj Scored 65 runs and Andre Fletcher scored 11 runs in the previous match against Jamaica Tallawahs.
- George Linde & Ashmead Nedd took 2-2 wickets each and Yaniah Cariah & Oshane Thomas took 1-1 wicket in the previous match against Jamaica Tallawahs.
- Both teams have played 0 T20 matches and ST. Kitts & Nevis Patriots team have won 0 match and lost 0 match against Antigua and Barbuda Falcons.
SQUADS
Batting – Andre Fletcher (wk), Evin lewis ©, Tristan Stubbs (wk), Joshua de Silva(wk), Mikyle Louis, Rilee Rossouw, Johann Layne.
Bowling – Veerasammy Permaul, Dominick Drakes, Odeon Smith, Ashmead Nedd, Anrich Nortje, Tabraiz Shamsi.
All Rounder – Sherfane Rutherford, Sikanadar Raza, Kyle Mayers, Ryan John.
POSSIBLE PLAYING 11
Evin Lewis ©, Andre Fletcher, Rilee Rossouw, Kyle Mayers, Tristan Stubbs (wk), Sikandar Raza, Sherfane Rutherford, Odeon Smith, Dominc Drakes, Ashmead Nedd, Anrich Nortje.
SNP – PLAYER STATS:
1. EVIN LEWIS © – LHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 6r, 4r, 36r, 11r, 12r. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
2. ANDRE FLETCHER – RHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 1r, 1r, 38r, 20r, 60r. |
| Stats on venue | 2 INNINGS – 76 RUNS. |
| 5 Innings Against vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
3. RILEE ROSSOUW – LHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 106r, 7r, 40r, 0r, 6r. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
4. KYLE MAYERS – LHB+RAMF
| Recent 5 Innings | 0r, 4+0W, 18r, 5r, 27+0W. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
5. TRISTAN STUBBS – (WK) RHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 40r, 28r, 76r, 26r, 24r. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
6. SIKANDAR RAZA – RHB+RAO
| Recent 5 Innings | 36+1W, 27+2W, 12+1W, 13+0W, 24+0W. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
7. SHERFANE RUTHERFORD – LHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 29r, 1r, 22r, 0r, 15r. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
8. DOMINIC DRAKES – LHB+LAMF
| Recent 5 Innings | 30W, 0W, 1W, 0W, 24+0W |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
9. ODEAN SMITH – RHB+RAMF
| Recent 5 Innings | 12+1W, 1W, 0W, 0W 0W. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
10. ASHMEAD NEDD – LAO
| Recent 5 Innings | 1W, 0W, 2W, 1W, 2W. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
11. ANRICH NORTJE – RAF
| Recent 5 Innings | 0W, 1W, 2W, 2W, 0W. |
| Stats on venue | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs ABF | NOT PLAYED YET. |
HEAD TO HEAD RECORDS
TOTAL MATCHES PLAYED – 00
- ABF WIN – 00
- SNP WIN – 00
- NO RESULT – 00
FANTASY TEAM/DREAM 11 TEAM
SMALL LEAGUE (SL-TEAM)
WK BATSMAN – S. Billings, A. Fletcher.
BATSMEN – R. Rossouw, E. Lewis, B. Kings, T. Stubbs.
ALL-ROUNDERS – S. Raza, C. Green, I. Wasim, K. Mayers.
BOWLERS – M. Amir.
GRAND LEAGUE (GL-TEAM)
WK BATSMAN – A. Fletcher.
BATSMEN – R. Rossouw, B. King, F. Zaman.
ALL-ROUNDERS – S. Raza, C. Green, I. Wasim, K. Mayers, S. Springer, R. Primus.
BOWLERS – A. Nortje.
BACK-UPS – A. Nedd, S. Rutherford, O. Smith, D. Drakes.
CAPTAIN/VICE-CAPTAIN (SL) – S. Raza, I. Wasim.
CAPTAIN/VICE-CAPTAIN (GL) – K. Mayers, C. Green.
POSSIBLE OUTCOME –
ST. KITTS & NEVIS PATRIOTS MAY BE THE WINNER OF THIS MATCH.