CPL 2024: ABF vs TKR Match 8 Toss, Pitch Report & Playing 11 Prediction

The eighth game of the CPL2024 will pit the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons (ABF) against the Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR). On Thursday, September 5, the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound, Antigua, will host this thrilling matchup. The game is expected to start around 4:30 AM IST.

Toss Prediction: To Bowl First

Chasing has been the trend in this season of CPL 2024, with only one team successfully defending their total out of six matches. If given the chance, both ABF and TKR will likely opt to bowl first to take advantage of the chasing trend.

Pitch Report: Sir Vivian Richards Stadium

The Sir Vivian Richards Stadium has seen multiple CPL 2024 matches, with an average first innings score of 147 and a slight dip to 139 in the second innings. While bowlers need to be accurate with their line and length, the pitch generally favors the batters. Seamers who can effectively change their pace will play a key role on this surface.

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons 

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons are probably dejected after suffering four straight losses. Chris Green, though, is putting a lot of effort into encouraging the group and getting them back on track with improving their performance.

ABF Key Players

Fakhar Zaman, in his debut season of CPL 2024, has scored 121 runs in four innings at an average of 30.25 with a strike rate of 130.10. Imad Wasim, a seasoned bowler, has taken 66 wickets in 56 innings with a strike rate of 18.24 and an economy of 6.24, making him crucial for ABF. Jewel Andrew has impressed by scoring 123 runs at an average of 41.00, including a half-century, while Roshon Primus, as an all-rounder, adds significant value with both bat and ball for the team.

ABF Playing XI

Fakhar Zaman, Jewel Andrew, KHM James, Fabian Allen, JP Greaves, Roshon Primus, Imad Wasim, SK Springer, Chris Green (C), Mohammad Amir, Sam Billings (wk)

                                           

Trinbago Knight Riders 

Trinbago Knight Riders, four-time champions and last year’s runners-up, kicked off their campaign with a strong start. Nicholas Pooran, in outstanding form, made a seamless transition to franchise cricket after leading a 3-0 T20 series win over South Africa. From the very first ball, the dynamic left-hander took charge, hitting boundaries with ease and setting the tone for a dominant performance.

TKR Key Players

Sunil Narine, a CPL legend, has taken 113 wickets in 105 matches with a strike rate of 15.54 and an average of 19.73, making his spin crucial in the game. Nicholas Pooran has been in outstanding form, scoring 2,040 runs in 93 CPL innings at a strike rate of 150.77, including 11 fifties and two centuries. Dwayne Bravo, the all-time leading wicket-taker in CPL, has claimed 128 wickets and continues to be a dominant force with the ball.

TKR Playing XI

Nicholas Pooran (wk), Shaqkere Parris, JJ Roy, Keacy Carty, Nathan Edwards, Kieron Pollard (C), DJ Bravo, SP Narine, T Hinds, Waqar Salamkheil, J Little

Prediction

Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) are the overwhelming favorites to win this game thanks to their strong roster and outstanding form. It is anticipated that TKR's seasoned squad will take the lead early and keep up their winning momentum in light of the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons' (ABF) troubles in the CPL 2024.