TKR vs ABF: The 20th match of the Caribbean Premier League will be played between Trinbago Knight Riders vs Antigua & Barbuda Falcons at 04:30 AM IST on 20th September 2023 at Queen’s Park Oval, Trinidad. This match is eagerly awaited, because the strong team of TKR and some flaws of ABF make this match more interesting.
TKR vs ABF: Head-to-head
In the last 10 encounters, Antigua & Barbuda Falcons have won 1 time against Trinbago Knight Riders. However, TKR’s performance has been better in recent matches. Thus, the competition between the two teams has always been interesting, but TKR’s recent form could help them up the ante.
CPL 2024. Trinbago Knight Riders vs Antigua and Barbuda Falcons
Trinbago Knight Riders have 4 wins in their last 5 matches, making their position strong in the points table. Looking at their form, it seems that they are ready to be the winner in this match. On the other hand, the position of Antigua & Barbuda Falcons is somewhat weak. They have won only 2 of their last 5 matches and are placed at the last spot in the points table. Given their recent performances, they need to do something special.
Many key players can prove to be important for their teams in this match. ABF’s Justin Greaves has scored 174 runs and Fakhar Zaman 159 runs. Both these batsmen can strengthen ABF’s batting. At the same time, TKR’s Kessie Carty is also in form and has scored 154 runs.
In bowling, ABF’s Shamar Springer has taken 10 wickets so far, while TKR’s Waqar Salamkheil has taken 9 wickets. The performance of these bowlers can decide the outcome of the match, especially if they get early wickets to their team.
Trinbago Knight Riders Probable Playing XI
Keacy Carty, Jason Roy, Mark Deyal, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Tim David, Shaqkere Parris, Dwayne Bravo, Josh Little, Akeal Hosein, Waqar Salamkheil, Ali Khan, Jayden Seales, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Kieron Pollard, Terrance Hinds, Nathan Edwards
Antigua and Barbuda Falcons Probable Playing XI
Squads: mad Wasim, Brandon King, Fabian Allen, Sam Billings, Mohammad Amir, Chris Green, Fakhar Zaman, Roshon Primus, Justin Greaves, Hayden Walsh, Jahmar Hamilton, Teddy Bishop, Kofi James, Shamar Springer, Kelvin Pitman, Jewel Andrew, Joshua Jame
TKR vs ABF: Weather and Pitch Report
The pitch at the Queen’s Park Oval is green, which is conducive to fast bowlers. On this pitch, the bowlers get good bounce, and the spinners can also see the turn. An average of 159 runs is likely to be scored in the first innings,
In the second innings, this figure could be around 145 runs. Teams will have to make their batting strategy according to this pitch. Therefore, the decision of the team winning the toss will also be important.
Talking about the weather, there is a possibility of rain during the day and the humidity can remain between 79-83%, while the temperature will be around 29 degrees Celsius.
Trinbago Knight Riders vs Antigua and Barbuda Falcons: Dream11 Prediction
TKR vs ABF, Dream11 Prediction: Trinbago Knight Riders have a huge advantage in this match. Their strong batting and bowling balance can help them win.
However, the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons cannot be ignored. If ABF is able to capitalise on the ability of their batsmen and the bowlers perform better, they can put up a fight.