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Cricket Match Predictions: Caribbean Premier League 2024 - Antigua and Barbuda Falcons vs St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots - Match 1 - August 29th

by CricDirect Thursday 29 August 2024

Caribbean Premier League 2024 - Antigua and Barbuda Falcons vs St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots

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The 1st match of the Caribbean Premier League will take place between Antigua and Barbuda Falcons and St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots on the 29th of August, 2024 at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua, North Sound.

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Antigua and Barbuda Falcons Form Guide:

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons are debuting in the Caribbean Premier League. This will be their first participation in the mega event.

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons have a balanced squad with players like Brandon King, Chris Green, Mohammad Amir, Kofi James and Fabian Allen being a part of the team.

Although, Antigua and Barbuda Falcons aren't the strongest of the teams in Caribbean Premier League, they can certainly challenge the opposition teams based on their bowling strength.

Players to look out for:

1. Brandon King - He is a highly skilled top order batter who can change gears in terms of acceleration as per the needs of the game. King is expected to be the best batter for Antigua and Barbuda Falcons in the upcoming matches.

2. Fabian Allen - He is a handy all rounder who can provide breakthroughs in the middle overs and also score important runs down the order. Allen will play an important role in Antigua and Barbuda Falcons' campaign in the Caribbean Premier League.

St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots Form Guide:

St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots finished at the bottom most position on points table in the previous edition of Caribbean Premier League. They managed to win only 1 match out of the 10 games they participated in.

The top run scorer for St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots in the previous edition was Andre Fletcher with 278 runs to his name.

The top wicket taker for St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots in the previous edition was Oshane Thomas with 9 scalps under his belt.

Although St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots couldn't perform to their potential in the last edition, they have a strong squad this season which can easily take them to the Playoffs.

Players to look out for:

1. Kyle Mayers - He is a flamboyant top order batter who can provide great acceleration in the early part of the innings. He is a key player for St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots this season.

2. Wanindu Hasaranga - He is a world class bowler who can come good at the turning pitches of the Caribbean.

Let’s have a look at the squads:

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons

Brandon King, Imad Wasim, Azmatullah Omarzai, Fabian Allen, Chris Green, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Amir, Roshon Primus, Hayden Walsh, Justin Greaves, Jahmar Hamilton, Teddy Bishop, Kofi James, Shamar Springer, Kelvin Pitman, Jewel Andrew, Joshua James

St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots

Kyle Mayers, Wanindu Hasaranga, Evin Lewis, Rilee Rossouw, Sherfane Rutherford, Sikandar Raza, Andre Fletcher, Nuwan Thushara, Tristan Stubbs, Dominic Drakes, Mikyle Lewis, Joshua de Silva, Odean Smith, Veerasammy Permaul, Ryan John, Ashmead Nedd and Johann Layne

Cricket Betting Tips and Match Predictions* - PrePlay

Who will win the toss? – St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots

Who will win?- St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots

Top Batter (Runs Scored) – Kyle Mayers (St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots), Brandon King (Antigua and Barbuda Falcons)

Top Bowler (Wickets taken) - Wanindu Hasaranga (St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots), Fabian Allen (Antigua and Barbuda Falcons)

Most Sixes – Kyle Mayers (St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots), Brandon King (Antigua and Barbuda Falcons)

Player of the Match- Wanindu Hasaranga (St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots)

Team Scores Batting first – St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots 145+, Antigua and Barbuda Falcons 135+

Match Handicap: St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots

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*NB these predictions may be changed nearer the start of the match once the final starting teams have been announced and we will be running ‘In-Play’ features, so stay tuned.