GUY VS TKR MATCH 30

Trinbago Knight Riders (Playing XI) - Jason Roy, Shaqkere Parris, Keacy Carty, Nicholas Pooran(WK), Tim David, Andre Russell, Kieron Pollard(C), Nathan Edward, Akeal Hosein, Waqar Salamkheil, Terrance Hinds.

Guyana Amazon Warriors (Playing XI) - Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Kevlon Anderson, Shai Hope(WK), Shimron Hetmyer, Moeen Ali, Keemo Paul, Romario Shepherd, Dwaine Pretorius, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph, Imran Tahir(C).

TOSS - TKR have won the toss and elected to BAT first!

It's not going to be easy as Guyana are in fine form. Since they have arrived in their backyard, they are yet to be beaten. TKR on the other hand, have blown hot and cold so far. A win here will boost their confidence heading into the important games. Toss and teams in a bit.

It is time for the last game of the group stage and there's still plenty to play for especially for TKR. They are up against Guyana who have confirmed their position at the top and would love to finish there. TKR on the other hand, are in the third spot at the moment and will need a strong win if they are to have a chance of finishing into the top 2. A lot at stake as Guyana would love to enter the play-offs with momentum and TKR would be desperate to finish in the top 2. The last time these two sides faced, it was the visitors today who came out on top? Can they do the double? 

... MATCH DAY ...

After 29 exhilarating matches in the 2024 Caribbean Premier League, the group stages draw to a close, with the final showdown set to take place at the Providence Stadium in Guyana, marking match number 30. In a quick turnaround from their previous game, the Guyana Amazon Warriors will face off against the Trinbago Knight Riders in this crucial encounter before the teams transition into the all-important playoffs. The Guyana Amazon Warriors have hit their stride at the perfect moment, sitting atop the table with four consecutive victories. Out of their nine matches, they’ve lost only two, making them strong favourites heading into the playoffs. In their last match, they toppled the then-table toppers, Saint Lucia Kings, with a breathtaking display of batting prowess. The top order fired on all cylinders, amassing a colossal 207 runs, with Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer leading the charge. Their spinners then took control, dismantling the opposition’s chase by taking wickets in quick succession, never allowing the batters to settle, and sealing the game with 35 runs to claim the top spot on the table. Overall, the Warriors have shown remarkable consistency in both batting and bowling, with both units stepping up when needed, making them a formidable force as they approach the playoffs. On the other side, the Trinbago Knight Riders, currently in third place after a solid win against the Barbados Royals, have a real shot at clinching one of the top two spots, giving them a crucial advantage going into the playoffs. Despite a shaky start in that previous match, the middle order held their ground, and explosive knocks from power hitters Kieron Pollard and Andre Russell helped the team reach a competitive total of 175. Their efforts were perfectly complemented by an outstanding bowling performance led by Akeal Hosein and Chris Jordan, securing a 30-run victory and boosting their net run rate significantly. Both teams will be eager to solidify their positions in the top two, and this contest promises to be a thrilling conclusion to the group stages. Who will you back for the win? We’ll find out soon enough!