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.

See Also: The Hundred 2025 Match 32: SOB vs WEF head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

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