Cricket Match Prediction | CPL 2024 | Saint Lucia Kings vs Barbados Royals | Match 22 | Sept 21 – Can SLK defeat the table topper BR?

SLK vs BR Match Analysis

The 22nd match of the Caribbean Premier League will take place tomorrow, September 21, 2024, at 8:00 PM in Providence Stadium, Guyana. The teams playing are St Lucia Kings and Barbados Royals. The match has not yet started, and fans are eagerly waiting for the action to unfold. 

St Lucia Kings have played 6 matches, winning 4 and losing 2, accumulating 8 points with a net run rate of 0.133 that places them third on the table. They have been inconsistent in their form, with two wins and two losses in the last four matches they played. The teams they have played against include Barbados Royals and Trinbago Knight Riders. So far, they have scored 961 runs in 110.5 overs and conceded 932 runs in 109.1 overs.

The Barbados Royals also have played 6 matches so far, winning 5 and losing just 1. This puts them atop the table with 10 points and a very healthy net run rate of 1.470. They come into this encounter in great form, having won four of their last five matches, beating St Lucia Kings and Guyana Amazon Warriors in that run. They have scored 907 runs in 101.1 overs while allowing 857 runs in 114.2 overs.

SLK vs BR Team Preview & Squads

Saint Lucia Kings

In the 17th match of the CPL 2024 on September 15, St Lucia Kings faced off against Antigua and Barbuda Falcons in Gros Islet. St Lucia Kings posted a total of 152/8 in their 20 overs. In reply, Antigua and Barbuda Falcons could only manage 126/8, falling short by 26 runs. St Lucia Kings secured the victory, and Khary Pierre was named Player of the Match for his excellent bowling performance, taking 3 wickets for 24 runs.

Two key batters to watch for SLK are Bhanuka Rajapaksa and Johnson Charles. Rajapaksa has scored 249 runs in 9 matches with an average of 31.13 and a strong strike rate of 148.21. Charles, meanwhile, has accumulated 233 runs in 9 games, averaging 29.13 with a strike rate of 132.38, making them crucial players for the team.

Two standout bowlers for SLK are Noor Ahmad and Alzarri Joseph. Noor Ahmad has taken 10 wickets in 6 matches, with an impressive economy of 5.46 and a strike rate of 14.4. Alzarri Joseph, in 10 matches, has also claimed 10 wickets but with a higher economy of 8.89 and a strike rate of 21.6. Both are key bowlers to watch.

Saint Lucia Kings Squads

Saint Lucia Kings Squads

Aaron Jones, Ackeem Auguste, Johnson Charles, Faf du Plessis, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Tim Seifert, Heinrich Klaasen, Khari Campbell, Roston Chase, Shadrack Descarte, Khary Pierre, David Wiese, McKenny Clarke, Matthew Forde, Alzarri Joseph, Noor Ahmad, Mikkel Govia, Johann Jeremiah.

Barbados Royals

In the 18th match of the CPL 2024 on September 17, Barbados Royals bowled out St Kitts and Nevis Patriots for 110. The Royals chased the target comfortably, reaching 113/1 in just 11.2 overs, winning by 9 wickets with 52 balls remaining. Rahkeem Cornwall was named Player of the Match for his exceptional bowling, taking 5 wickets for 16 runs. 

Two standout batters for BR are Quinton de Kock and Rovman Powell. De Kock has been in exceptional form, scoring 367 runs in 6 matches with an impressive average of 91.75 and a strike rate of 170.69. Powell has also contributed significantly, scoring 201 runs in 10 matches with an average of 40.2 and a strike rate of 147.79. 

BR’s bowlers Obed McCoy and Jason Holder have been key performers. McCoy has taken 13 wickets in 9 matches with an economy of 8.58 and an impressive strike rate of 15.23. Holder has also grabbed 13 wickets in 10 matches, though with a slightly higher economy of 9.7 and a strike rate of 17.07. Both are crucial to the Royals’ bowling attack.

Barbados Royals Falcons

Barbados Royals

Rovman Powell, Alick Athanaze, Shamarh Brooks, Rivaldo Clarke, Quinton de Kock, David Miller, Kevin Wickham, Kadeem Alleyne, Rahkeem Cornwall, Jason Holder, Obed McCoy, Naveen-ul-Haq, Ramon Simmonds, Maheesh Theekshana, Isai Thorne, Dunith Wellalage, Nyeem Young, Nathan Sealy. 

Saint Lucia Kings vs Barbados Royals outfield report

Providence Stadium, Guyana

At this arena, Toss hasn’t had a significant impact. At Providence Stadium in Georgetown, Guyana, teams that bat first have won five of the previous ten Twenty20 matches. We believe that in this match, going first should be the best option.

On the day of the event, Guyana will see a high of 31 degrees Celsius with some clouds, but the day will clear up as the action goes on.

The pitch is bowler-friendly and quite helpful to the spinners. Not much is here for the batters who are probably going to struggle.

Saint Lucia Kings vs Barbados Royals Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five matches, BR won three and SLK won two.

Saint Lucia Kings vs Barbados Royals Prediction

According to cricket analysts, Barbados Royals have a 53% chance of winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.