The CPL 2025 Eliminator 1 at Providence Stadium will be partly Cloudy and balmy with a few passing showers with winds below 10 km/h.The pitch is a good one for batting with bounce and an outfield that should be quicker, and there are likely to be early opportunities with the new ball for theseamers as well as help in the middle overs of spin.On the basis of history, teams like to chase here with bowl-first sides having won about 63% of games.Runs have flowed easily, with the first-innings average total 153 and second innings 137.Keep an eye on a high-scoring encounter and both aspects of the game, batting, as well as bowling will be crucial.

CPL 2025 – Eliminator 1: Match Details

• Match: Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) vs Antigua & Barbuda Falcons (ABF)
• Date:17 th Sep 
• Time: 05:30 AM IST
• Venue: Providence Stadium, Guyana
• Tournament: Caribbean Premier League 2025

Weather Conditions Report:

It’s going to be another warm day in  Guyana , with the temperature around 29°C. The humidity is high, 80%. There is also the possibility of a passing shower or even a brief thunderstorm, but nothing that should disrupt the game for too long. A light breeze across the ground may give fast bowlers something to work with in the opening overs, though overall it looks like a day where bat and ball will have their fair share of chances.

Weather Outlook:

• Temperature: Around 29°C, warm and humid.
• Humidity: Close to 80%—bowlers may get some swing in the air.
• Rain chances: 25%, but if showers arrive, they are likely to be short and sharp.
• Conditions: Partly sunny with a gentle breeze across the ground.

Pitch Report: Providence Stadium, Guyana West Indies has typically been a good batting wicket, with good bounce and a quick outfield for playing shots. Seamers could see some movement in the first few overs, especially if it's in the evening and under lights. Spinners will probably come into the game in the middle overs as the pitch starts to slow up a little. Historically, it's high-scoring ground, so teams might have a strong preference for chasing here based on their experience.

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Scoring Pattern:

• Average 1st innings: 153
  
• Average 2nd innings: 137
  

Toss Factor: Teams prefer chasing, with bowl-first sides winning a massive 63% of games here
Bowling:

• Pace: 46 wickets (39%)
  
• Spin: 71 wickets (71%)
  

Records:

• Highest total: 226/4
  
• Lowest total: 79/10
  
• Best chase: 198/4
  
• Lowest defended: 125/9

CPL 2025 Eliminator 1 will witness: an encounter between and.The battle with the bat is going to be penetrating, while both teams have some world-class all-rounders that could make it an explosive T20 encounter with bulging score.TKR bank on big hitting from Alex Hales and Nicholas Pooran, ABF will need to rely on al his experience of Shakib Al Hasan and Imad Wasim.The contest will pose a test of both sides’ powerplay hitting, spin bowling and finishing under pressure.It is going to be an exciting, tight and action-packed knockout match in the CPL 2025.

CPL 2025 – Eliminator 1: Match Details

• Match: Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) vs Antigua & Barbuda Falcons (ABF)
• Date:17 th Sep 
• Time: 05:30 AM IST
• Venue: Providence Stadium, Guyana
• Tournament: Caribbean Premier League 2025

Players to watch out :

1. Alex Hales (TKR): Explosive opener who could take them clean through the first six overs and give TKR a flying start.
2. Nicholas Pooran (TKR) : No-nonsense, big-hitter and an effective closer, especially against spin in the middle-overs.
3. Andre Russell (TKR) : A death overs game-changer with his big hitting and handy bowler too.
4. Shakib Al Hasan (ABF) : Can dominate the game with his all-round skills.
5. Imad Wasim (ABF) : Left-arm spinner and the man to stem run flow in the middle.
6. Jayden Seales (ABF) : Fast new-ball bowler, who can take some early wickets and put a squeeze on top order batters.

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TKR vs ABF Predicted Playing 11s

Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR): Colin Munro, Alex Hales, Joshua Da Silva(w), Keacy Carty, Nicholas Pooran(c), Kieron Pollard, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Akeal Hosein, Usman Tariq, Saurabh Netravalkar 

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons (ABF): Amir Jangoo(w), Andries Gous, Karima Gore, Kevin Wickham, Shakib Al Hasan, Imad Wasim(c), Fabian Allen, Shamar Springer, Usama Mir, Jayden Seales, Salman Irshad

The CPL 2025 Eliminator 1 is an interesting encounter between Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) and Antigua & Barbuda Falcons (ABF).However both sides have strong batting orders and top class all-rounders and it is difficult to see past a high-scoring T20 encounter.TKR has been relying on power hitters such as Alex Hales and Nicholas Pooran, Quick runs from the might of a Shakib Al Hasan or an Imad Wasim form ABF is expected.Bothteams’powerplay hitting and spin bowling skills, as well as their ability to finish under pressure will come under test in the match.Exciting, close and a battle for survival in the CPL 2025 knockout stage, supporters are going to love it.

CPL 2025 – Eliminator 1: Match Details

• Match: Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) vs Antigua & Barbuda Falcons (ABF)
• Date:17 th Sep 
• Time: 05:30 AM IST
• Venue: Providence Stadium, Guyana
• Tournament: Caribbean Premier League 2025

Players Battle :

• Alex Hales vs Jayden Seales:Hales is an explosive opening batsman who generally enjoys going after the bowling in powerplay. Seales is one of this ensemble of quick, accurate new-ball spells. The first couple of overs will determine what happens.
  
• Nicholas Pooran vs Usama Mir:Pooran’s clean hitting against spin could alter game in a hurry. Usama Mir will try the restrict him with sharp turn and clever flight.
  
• Andre Russell vs Salman IrshadRussell hits big in the death overs with his destructive power. Irshad will have to bowl his yorkers and slower balls as long as he can to curb the flow of runs.
  
• Shakib Al Hasan vs Sunil Narine These two are no rivals but will be the men to watch on either side of the fence.
  Two world-class all-rounders face off. Shakib’s clever left-arm spin against Narine’s aggressive lower-order batting, and that mystery spin from Narine himself exciting challenge!
  
• Kieron Pollard vs Imad Wasim:There is Pollard’s serene finished and Imad’s close, skiddy spin. Whichever way it goes, this mini-battle will likely dictate the last-over drama.

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TKR vs ABF Predicted Playing 11s

Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR): Colin Munro, Alex Hales, Joshua Da Silva(w), Keacy Carty, Nicholas Pooran(c), Kieron Pollard, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Akeal Hosein, Usman Tariq, Saurabh Netravalkar 

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons (ABF): Amir Jangoo(w), Andries Gous, Karima Gore, Kevin Wickham, Shakib Al Hasan, Imad Wasim(c), Fabian Allen, Shamar Springer, Usama Mir, Jayden Seales, Salman Irshad

Match Info

• Match: TKR vs ABF, 14th Match, Caribbean Premier League 2025
• Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025
• Time: 4:30 AM (Aug 28)
• Venue: Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad

The Caribbean Premier League 2025 is still in full swing, and the matchup on Friday between the Trinbago Knight Riders and the Antigua & Barbuda Falcons has fans salivating with excitement. While the game is between two teams, fans of the game will embrace the individual battles that could potentially seal the match. Each team is currently stocked with big star names, top all-rounders, and players who thrive with the pressure on them. From big West Indian musclemen swinging for the fence to international-leading spinners and quicks with heat, every head-to-head will matter more than you can imagine. It's wholly going to be a great match where individual key players will matter and could tilt the result and make a difference in this high-pressure match.

Key Player Battles to Watch Out

• Nicholas Pooran vs. Jayden Seales: As a chance to set the tone early, Pooran's aggressive celerity against the new-ball seam attack of Seales should play out.
• Andre Russell vs. Imad Wasim: The hitting power of the finisher vs. the bowling arsenal of the left-arm spinner in the death of the innings; this could be game-defining.
• Sunil Narine vs. Shakib Al Hasan: Two of the world's best spinners could not only impact the outcome of the game in controlling an opposition’s middle overs but will also likely have a very interesting matchup.
• Alex Hales vs. Fabian Allen: Hales's stable batting vs. Allen's left-arm spin match-up is a variety of interest at the top of the order.
• Rahkeem Cornwall vs. Mohammad Amir: Cornwall's aggressive approach at the top of the order and Amir's swing could define the powerplay's outcome.

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Trinbago Knight Riders Probable Playing 11

Colin Munro, Alex Hales, Keacy Carty, Nicholas Pooran (c & wk), Kieron Pollard, Andre Russell, Akeal Hosein, Sunil Narine, Mohammad Amir, Usman Tariq, McKenny Clarke

Antigua & Barbuda Falcons' Probable Playing 11

Jewel Andrew, Rahkeem Cornwall, Karima Gore, Andries Gous (wk), Shakib Al Hasan, Imad Wasim (c), Fabian Allen, Shamar Springer, Jayden Seales, Salman Irshad, Usama Mir

Match Info

• Match: TKR vs ABF, 14th Match, Caribbean Premier League 2025
• Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025
• Time: 4:30 AM (Aug 28)
• Venue: Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad

The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025 is it up a notch as Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) face Antigua & Barbuda Falcons (ABF) in what promises to be a blockbusteclash.sh TKR are stacked witm experienced internationals, including Nicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, and SuniNarine,ne while ABF will provide the right level of balance with their star all-rounders Shakib Al Hasan, ImaWasim,im and Fabian Allen. Both TKR and ABF have powerful batters, match-winninbowlers, ands, quality all-rounders, so this match could be one of the gladiator clashes of the season. Fans can expect to see some serious fireworks with bat and ball as two of the league's heavyweights attempt to outperform each other in CPL 2025.

Players to Watch Out

• Nicholas Pooran (TKR): The captain and wicketkeeper-batter will be in destructive form and looking to control the innings before accelerating it later.
• Andre Russell (TKR): The ultimate finisher with unmatched 6-hitting ability who can change the game in a matter of overs.
• Sunil Narine (TKR): A sneaky bowler who can cause teams significant problems with the mystery he brings with the ball whilst pinch-hitting in the powerplay in difficult match-ups.
• Rahkeem Cornwall (ABF): A destructive opener who is able to provide a hellacious start to the powerplay.
• Shakib Al Hasan (ABF): Ageless world-class all-rounder who can control the middle overs with both bat and ball.
• Fabian Allen (ABF): Youthful all-rounder who provides power hitting and great fielding.

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Trinbago Knight Riders Probable Playing 11

Colin Munro, Alex Hales, Keacy Carty, Nicholas Pooran (c & wk), Kieron Pollard, Andre Russell, Akeal Hosein, Sunil Narine, Mohammad Amir, Usman Tariq, McKenny Clarke

Antigua & Barbuda Falcons' Probable Playing 11

Jewel Andrew, Rahkeem Cornwall, Karima Gore, Andries Gous (wk), Shakib Al Hasan, Imad Wasim (c), Fabian Allen, Shamar Springer, Jayden Seales, Salman Irshad, Usama Mir

After a slow start, Antigua and Barbuda are getting onto a roll with wins coming nicely. They sit at the top of the table and will be looking to hold that as they continue their road trip with an experienced Trinidad side against them.

TKR vs ABF Match Details

Date: August 27th 2025

Time: 4:30 AM IST

Venue: Tarouba, Trinidad

TKR vs ABF Weather Report

Clear and pleasant weather is expected for the opening game.

TKR vs ABF Pitch Report

A dry track with small boundaries should mean good batting track with batting second a better choice.

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TKR vs ABF Predicted Playing XI

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons Playing XI 

Rahkeem Cornwall, Jewel Andrew, Karima Gore, Shakib Al Hasan, Imad Wasim Fabian Allen, Bevon Jacobs, AM Ghazanfar, Odean Smith, Jayden Seales, Obed McCoy

Trinbago Knight Riders Playing XI

Colin Munro, Alex Hales, Keacy Karty, Nicholas Pooran, Kieron Pollard, Andre Russell, Akeal Hossein, McKenny Clarke, Sunil Narine, Mohammad Amir, Usman Tariq

TKR vs ABF Players to Watch

Kieron Pollard

Kieron Pollard has had a good year of franchise Cricket this time around. His explosive nature with the bat is evident and on show this year with the big sixers more frequent.

Jayden Seales

Jayden Seales has had a good year so far and is breaking into the national sides nicely to make a mark.

TKR vs ABF Match Tips

Trinidad could start favorites at home despite a decent ABF unit.

Match Prediction: Trinbago Knight Riders Will Win the Match