CPL 2024, Match - 04 | ABF vs BR | Fantasy Tips, Prediction & Preview

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons will lock horns with Barbados Royals in the fourth match of Caribbean Premier League 2024. Currently struggling with two consecutive losses, the Falcons will be eager to bounce back. The Royals, on the other hand, will be playing their first match of the season and will look to start strong.

The Antigua and Barbuda Falcons faced a tough loss against the Guyana Amazon Warriors in their last CPL T20 game. Batting first, the Falcons put up a total of 168-6, with Fakhar Zaman and Imad Wasim each contributing 40 runs. On the bowling side, Chris Green, Imad Wasim, and Shamar Springer each took 2 wickets. Shamar Springer got through one of the best batting orders in this tournament while defending such a total. He dismissed Evin Lewis, Tristan Stubbs, Odean Smith, and Rilee Rossouw. The Falcons pack a strong punch in the bowling department. They’ve got some quality bowlers with plenty of experience. They are in good touch and need support from the batters to pull off a win.

On the other hand, Barbados Royals are bringing a stronger side than last year. They have replaced many of their all-rounders and bowlers and brought in some of the top T20 specialists from South Africa. With Quinton de Kock at the top and David Miller in the middle or lower middle order, the Royals have ticked two most important boxes. Former Windies skipper and all-rounder Jason Holder will continue to be part of the squad and has a key role to play with the ball. Skipper Rovman Powell is another big-hitting player who can deliver the biggest impact. Moreover, they have brought in some promising bowlers like Naveen-ul-Haq, Keshav Maharaj, and Maheesh Theekshana.

Match Timings

Match Toss Time - 07:00 PM IST (01:30 PM GMT)

Match Start Time - 07:30 PM IST (02:00 PM GMT)

Match Venue - Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua

Head to Head

Matches Played - 00

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons won - 00      Barbados Royals won - 00

Last 5 meetings

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons won - 00      Barbados Royals won - 00

Pitch Report

The surface at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium is known for its balanced pitch, which offers assistance to both batters and bowlers. However, spinners are going to play a decisive role.

Weather Report

The weather forecast is expected to be cloudy. There are no chances of rain during the game. The temperature is likely to be around 31°C  with 78% humidity.

Probable Playing XI  

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons (ABF) - Fakhar Zaman, Teddy Bishop, Kofi James, Jewel Andrew, Sam Billings(wk), Roshon Primus, Imad Wasim, Chris Green(c), Fabian Allen, Shamar Springer, Mohammad Amir

Barbados Royals (BR) - Rovman Powell(c), Shamarh Brooks, Quinton de Kock(wk), Jason Holder, Obed McCoy, Naveen-ul-Haq, Ramon Simmonds, Maheesh Theekshana, Isai Thorne, Dunith Wellalage, Nyeem Young

Must Picks

ABF - Shamar Springer, Imad Wasim

BR - Quinton de Kock, Maheesh Theekshana

ABF vs BR Fantasy Team

Wicket-Keeper : Quinton de Kock

Batters : Fakhar Zaman, Rovman Powell

All-rounder : Jason Holder, Chris Green, Imad Wasim, Shamar Springer

Bowlers : Mohammad Amir, Obed McCoy, Naveen-ul-Haq, Maheesh Theekshana

Captain and Vice-Captain picks

Captain : Imad Wasim

Vice-Captain : Quinton de Kock

Prediction

Though Barbados Royals bring in a strong overall squad, the home team shows a much stronger promise with the ball. They make up for their lack of experience in the batting with their quality bowling performances. They are also more familiar with the playing conditions. Hence, Antigua and Barbuda Falcons are favorites to win.

Sportco predicts Antigua and Barbuda Falcons to beat Barbados Royals in the fourth game of the Caribbean Premier League 2024.

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