Cricket Match Prediction | CPL 2024 | Trinbago Knight Riders vs Saint Lucia Kings | Match 26 | Sept 24 – Can TKR win against the table-topper SLK?

TKR vs SLK Match Analysis

The 26th match of the CPL 2024 will take place September 24, 2024, at 8:00 PM in Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad where Trinbago Knight Riders and Saint Lucia Kings will face each other. Fourth place goes to the Trinbago Knight Riders, who have 10 points and an NRR of 0.480. The fact that they have already defeated SLK this season will give them confidence.

Following three straight victories, the Saint Lucia Kings have assumed the top rank in the standings. With 8 games played, they have 12 points at this stage and a 0.543 net run rate.

TKR vs SLK Team Preview & Squads

Trinbago Knight Riders

Trinbago Knight Riders are fresh off an impressive 7-wicket victory over St Kitts and Nevis Patriots, successfully chasing down a formidable target of 194 with 9 balls to spare. The win was powered by a stunning unbeaten 93 off 43 balls from Nicholas Pooran. At a strike rate of 176.28, Pooran has scored 275 runs in 7 innings, making him the TKR’s top run scorer. 

TKR also has Kieron Pollard and Keacy Carty as reliable batting alternatives. Jason Roy, the opener, appears to have regained his touch. He gave the squad a great start against the Patriots in the previous game by hitting 64 off 34 balls. With 11 wickets each, Sunil Narine and Waqar Salamkheil are the main bowling threats for the side. Another solid choice is Akeal Hosein.

Trinbago Knight Riders Squads

Trinbago Knight Riders

Keacy Carty, Mark Deyal, Andries Gous, Shaqkere Parris, Nicholas Pooran, Jason Roy, Dwayne Bravo, Nathan Edward, Sunil Narine, Kieron Pollard, Andre Russell, Ali Khan, Terrance Hinds, Akeal Hosein, Josh Little, Jayden Seales, and Waqar Salamkheil.

Saint Lucia Kings

Saint Lucia Kings have claimed the top spot in the standings with 6 wins from 8 matches. They are coming off a 13-run victory over the Barbados Royals. Johnson Charles has been the SLK’s most reliable batter this season, amassing 265 runs in 8 innings at a strike rate of 138. In the recent match against Barbados Royals, he led the scoring with a smooth 53 off 41 balls. 

Tim Seifert, who has scored 205 runs with a strike rate of 168 in 8 innings, is also in pretty good form. This year, Noor Ahmad and Alzarri Joseph are SLK’s standout bowlers. Both are dependable possibilities for getting wickets, and they have combined for 24 wickets at an excellent economy rate this season. It will be really helpful to have Noor on this surface. This year, he has only been operating at an economy of 5.37.

Saint Lucia Kings Squads

Saint Lucia Kings

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, Mikkel Govia, Alzarri Joseph, Noor Ahmad, and Johann Jeremiah. 

Trinbago Knight Riders vs Saint Lucia Kings outfield report

Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad

In the last game held at Brian Lara Stadium, the team in pursuit easily surpassed the goal of 194. This implies that the wicket is favorable to the chasing team and remains true throughout. Additionally, considering that rain is predicted on the day of the game, both captains may choose to field first.

A few thunderstorms are predicted to occur throughout the afternoon. This could impede or interfere with the game. The Tarouba Brian Lara Stadium’s pitch is ideal for Twenty20 cricket. This is a superb batting strip, as seen by the recent match played here, where the ball comes on neatly to the bat.

TKR vs SLK Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

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

Trinbago Knight Riders vs Saint Lucia Kings Prediction

Cricket analysts predict Trinbago Knight Riders have a 51% 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.