CPL 2025: Match 18, SLK vs ABF Match Prediction – Who will win today’s CPL match between SLK vs ABF?

Saint Lucia Kings (SLK) lock horns with Antigua and Barbuda Falcons (ABF) in match No. 18 of the ongoing Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025 at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet, St Lucia, on Sunday, August 31.

David Wiese-led Saint Lucia Kings have played six matches so far. They have won three games and lost one. However, two of their matches ended without a result. The Kings have won their last two matches convincingly and will be high on confidence.

Meanwhile, the Falcons have been inconsistent in CPL 2025. They have won three matches and lost as many after playing seven. Their clash against the Kings earlier in the tournament was abandoned due to a wet outfield.

SLK vs ABF Match Details

Pitch Report

The Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet, St Lucia, has hosted four matches so far. However, one of them was washed out due to rain. Out of the three completed games, two were won by chasing teams. The average first-innings score is around 187.

SLK vs ABF Head-to-Head Record

SLK vs ABF Predicted Playing XIs

Saint Lucia Kings

Tim Seifert (WK), Johnson Charles, Ackeem Auguste, Roston Chase, Tim David, Aaron Jones, David Wiese (C), Khary Pierre, Keon Gaston, Tabraiz Shamsi, Oshane Thomas.

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons

Rahkeem Cornwall, Jewel Andrew, Karima Gore, Andries Gous (WK), Shakib Al Hasan, Imad Wasim (C), Fabian Allen, Usama Mir, Jayden Seales, Salman Irshad, Obed McCoy.

Probable Top Performers

Probable Best Batter: Karima Gore

The 27-year-old has been in fine form this season. Karima Gore has scored 218 runs in six innings at an average of 54.50 and a strike rate of 134.56. He has already registered three half-centuries. He will look to anchor the innings for Antigua and Barbuda Falcons, while the other big hitters will look to score quickly around him.

Probable Best Bowler: Obed McCoy

Obed McCoy has picked up eight wickets in five matches at an average of 20.87 and a strike rate of 12.75. While he has been expensive, his wicket-taking abilities will be key on Sunday. McCoy's bowling prowess in the death overs will be crucial.

Today’s Match Prediction: Saint Lucia Kings to win the match

Scenario 1

• Saint Lucia Kings win the toss and opt to bowl first.
• Powerplay: 40-50
• ABF: 165-185
• Saint Lucia Kings win the match.

Scenario 2

• Antigua and Barbuda Falcons win the toss and opt to bowl first.
• Powerplay: 45-55
• SLK: 175-195
• Saint Lucia Kings Falcons 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.