CPL 2024: Match 13, BR vs ABF Match Prediction – Who will win today’s CPL match between BR vs ABF?

Barbados Royals (BR) lock horns with Antigua and Barbuda Falcons (ABF) in Match 13 of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2024 at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados on Thursday, September 12.

Barbados Royals have had a smooth start to their campaign as they have won both the games they have played so far. The Rovman Powell-led side beat Antigua and Barbuda Falcons in their first game comfortably by nine wickets, chasing down a 146-run target with 27 balls to spare at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. Meanwhile, in their second clash against St Kitts and Nevis Patriots, the Royals chased down a 154-run target with two wickets and as many balls to spare.

Debutants Antigua and Barbuda Falcons had a disastrous start to their campaign as they lost four games in a row. However, the Chris Green-led side has bounced back strongly to win their last two games against Trinbago Knight Riders and St Kitts and Nevis Patriots. They will look to continue their winning run and move up on the points table.

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Match Details

Pitch Report:

This is going to be the first CPL encounter held at the Kensington Oval this season. The pitches in Barbados are generally quite balanced with something in it for the batters as well as bowlers. The captain who wins the toss would want to bowl first to assess the conditions. Any target below 160 should be chaseable at this venue.

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Head-To-Head Records

The only previous meeting between Barbados Royals and Antigua and Barbuda Falcons took place on September 1 and the former won by nine wickets.

BR vs ABF Probable Playing XIs

Barbados Royals

Rahkeem Cornwall, Quinton de Kock (wk), Kadeem Alleyne, Shamarh Brooks, Dunith Wellalage, Rovman Powell (c), Jason Holder, Nyeem Young, Maheesh Theekshana, Naveen-ul-Haq, Obed McCoy

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons

Brandon King, Justin Greaves, Kofi James, Jewel Andrew, Sam Billings (wk), Imad Wasim, Fabian Allen, Shamar Springer, Chris Green (c), Roshon Primus, Mohammad Amir.

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Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Quinton de Kock

The South African wicketkeeper-batter will be one of the players to watch out for in this clash. Quinton de Kock started his campaign with an unbeaten 87 off 45 balls against Antigua. The southpaw hit nine fours and five sixes during his sparkling knock. De Kock started briskly in Barbados' second game against the Patriots but eventually departed for a 13-ball 19. If the 31-year-old fires at the top, it will make things easier for the batters to follow.

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Probable Best Bowler: Mohammad Amir

The experienced left-arm seamer bagged three wickets in the last game against the Patriots, conceding just 27 runs in four overs. Mohammad Amir's spell with the new ball is going to be crucial. If he can get at least one out of the two dangerous Barbados openers out, it will make life easier for the Falcons inside the powerplay.

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Today's Match Prediction:  Barbados Royals to win the match

Scenario 1

Barbados Royals win the toss and opt to bowl first

PP Score: 45-55

ABF: 140-160

Barbados Royals win the match

Scenario 2

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons win the toss and opt to bowl first

PP Score: 45-55

BR: 155-175

Barbados Royals win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.