CPL 2024, Match - 16 | BR vs GUY | Fantasy Tips, Prediction & Preview

Barbados Royals will lock horns with Guyana Amazon Warriors in the 16th match of Caribbean Premier League 2024. Both teams have had the ideal start to the tournament and are in the top two positions in the standings. Barbados are in second place with 6 points. Meanwhile, Guyana are at the top of the table with the same number of points but having played one less game.

Barbados Royals are coming off a tense 2-wicket loss to Trinbago Knight Riders. It was their first loss of the season after winning three consecutive matches. Quinton de Kock has been the star performer for the Royals this year. The South African opener has blasted 196 runs in just 4 innings at a strike rate of 177. Unfortunately, no other batter from the team has managed to go past 100 runs yet. Their batting unit hasn’t fired collectively and needs more consistent performers. In the bowling department, Maheesh Theekshana has been a regular wicket-taker. The Sri Lankan off-spinner has taken 7 wickets in 4 innings, including a spell of 3-26 in his previous game against the Knight Riders.

On the other hand, Guyana Amazon Warriors are yet to lose a match this season. They have won all three of their matches so far and are coming off a comprehensive 6-wicket win against Saint Lucia Kings. Rahmanullah Gurbaz has topped their batting charts so far with 136 runs in 3 innings at a strike rate of 194. The wicket-keeper batter has been in sensational form and will be looking to make an impact at the top. Shimron Hetmyer has been exceptional as well and will look to continue his brilliant form. Among the bowlers, Gudakesh Motie has been outstanding, taking 9 wickets at an economy of just 6.52. He is coming off a brilliant spell of 3-16 versus Saint Lucia Kings.

Match Timings

Match Toss Time - 04:00 AM IST (10:30 PM GMT)

Match Start Time - 04:30 AM IST (11:00 PM GMT)

Match Venue - Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados

Head to Head

Matches Played - 05

Barbados Royals won - 02     Guyana Amazon Warriors won - 03

Last 5 meetings

Barbados Royals won - 02     Guyana Amazon Warriors won - 03

Pitch Report

The surface at Kensington Oval is known for its pace and bounce, but it generally favors batters. Because of the genuine pace and bounce of the wicket, batters who adjust to the circumstances can confidently play aggressive shots. Although seamers may initially find some assistance with the new ball, batters will mostly dominate the play.

Weather Report

The weather forecast is expected to be mostly cloudy. There are some chances of rain during the game which might affect the match. The temperature is likely to be around 31°C  with 79% humidity.

Probable Playing XI  

Barbados Royals (BR) - Rahkeem Cornwall, Quinton de Kock(wk), Alick Athanaze, Rovman Powell(c), David Miller, Rivaldo Clarke, Jason Holder, Keshav Maharaj, Maheesh Theekshana, Naveen-ul-Haq, Obed McCoy

Guyana Amazon Warriors (GUY) - Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Tim Robinson, Shai Hope, Shimron Hetmyer, Azam Khan(wk), Keemo Paul, Dwaine Pretorius, Gudakesh Motie, Junior Sinclair, Imran Tahir(c), Shamar Joseph

Must Picks

BR - Quinton de Kock, Maheesh Theekshana

GUY - Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Shimron Hetmyer

BR vs GUY Fantasy Team

Wicket-Keeper : Quinton de Kock, Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Batters : David Miller, Shimron Hetmyer, Keemo Paul, Tim Robinson

All-rounder : Dwaine Pretorius, Jason Holder

Bowlers : Gudakesh Motie, Maheesh Theekshana, Imran Tahir

Captain and Vice-Captain picks

Captain : Rahmanullah Gurbaz

Vice-Captain : Quinton de Kock

Prediction

Guyana Amazon Warriors have beaten Barbados Royals three times in their last five encounters. Last season, the Warriors topped the Royals in both their clashes. This year, both teams are looking well-balanced and in form. However, looking at the current form of both sides, Guyana Amazon Warriors are favorites to win this clash.

Sportco predicts Guyana Amazon Warriors to beat Barbados Royals in the 16th game of the Caribbean Premier League 2024.

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