The CPL 2024 Eliminator is set to take place on Wednesday, October 2, at the Providence Stadium in Guyana. In this knockout match, Barbados Royals (BR) will face Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR). The winner of this encounter will progress to Qualifier 2, where they will challenge the losing team from Qualifier 1 for a spot in the final.
Team Form and Standings
Trinbago Knight Riders finished third in the group stage with an impressive seven wins from 10 matches, while Barbados Royals secured fourth place with five wins and five losses. Both teams will be eager to perform well in this high-stakes contest, but TKR appears to have the upper hand based on recent form.
Match Details
Fixture: Barbados Royals vs Trinbago Knight Riders, Eliminator
Venue: Providence Stadium, Guyana
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 2, 4:30 am IST
Live Broadcast & Streaming: Star Sports, FanCode (app and website)
Pitch Report
The pitch at Providence Stadium is known for offering a balanced contest between bat and ball. Teams that bat first might have an advantage in setting a challenging total, as the surface often becomes more favorable for bowlers in the second innings. A first-innings score around 150-160 could be competitive.
Head-to-Head Record
Out of the 25 matches played between these two teams, Trinbago Knight Riders have dominated with 16 wins, while Barbados Royals have won 9 encounters. The most recent match between the two sides took place on September 27, 2024, where TKR emerged victorious.
Predicted Line-ups
Barbados Royals:
Kadeem Alleyne, Quinton de Kock (wk), Alick Athanaze, Rovman Powell (c), David Miller, Rivaldo Clarke, Jason Holder, Keshav Maharaj, Maheesh Theekshana, Obed McCoy, Naveen-ul-Haq.
Trinbago Knight Riders:
Jason Roy, Keacy Carty, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Tim David, Kieron Pollard (c), Andre Russell, Dwayne Bravo, Chris Jordan, Akeal Hosein, Jayden Seales, Waqar Salamkheil.
Key Players to Watch
Best Batter Prediction: Quinton de Kock (Barbados Royals)
Quinton de Kock has been in fine form, amassing 434 runs in his last 10 games. His ability to anchor the innings will be crucial for Barbados Royals as they look to set or chase a target in this crucial game.
Best Bowler Prediction: Waqar Salamkheil (Trinbago Knight Riders)
Waqar Salamkheil has been a standout bowler for TKR, taking three wickets in his last match. His form and ability to take early wickets will be key to Trinbago’s chances of securing a win.
Match Scenarios and Prediction
Scenario 1: If Barbados Royals win the toss and bat first, they are likely to post a total in the range of 145-155 runs. However, Trinbago Knight Riders may chase it down successfully, given their strong batting lineup.
Scenario 2: If Trinbago Knight Riders bat first, they could score between 155-165 runs. In this scenario, TKR would likely defend the total and secure a win.
Prediction: Trinbago Knight Riders are favored to win the Eliminator based on current form and head-to-head record, but it will be a closely contested game.
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on analysis and the author’s insight. Please consider all factors and make an informed decision when placing predictions.
