TKR vs SNP Match Preview
Both teams boast dynamic squads with a mix of international and local talent. Dream11 success in this match will rely on choosing a balanced team of batters, bowlers and all-rounders. Both sides possess players capable of changing the course of the game at any moment.
Trinbago Knight Riders are in fine form this season, with Kieron Pollard leading from the front. Pollard’s powerful middle-order batting and aggressive captaincy have been pivotal to their success. The Trinbago skipper can find boundaries at will, which makes him a prime Dream11 pick. The experienced West Indian has over 2700 CPL runs and almost 60 CPL wickets.
Akeal Hosein, the Knight Riders’ star left-arm spinner, has been in tremendous form with both economical spells and regular wicket-taking. His performance in the middle overs will be crucial in containing the Patriots’ aggressive batting lineup. He has also found himself in the current West Indies T20I set-up with a T20I career that consists of 52 wickets.
Andre Russell has played T20 franchise cricket globally for good reason. He is highly sought after because of his explosive all-round abilities. Russell is an experienced customer with 8772 T20 runs and 464 T20 wickets.
St Kitts and Nevis Patriots have had a mixed CPL 2024 campaign but have players who can shine on the big stage. Andre Fletcher, the veteran opener, has been in great form at the top of the order. His explosive starts will be crucial to pose a challenge. He has two CPL half-centuries in 2024.
Anrich Nortje, the promising right-arm pacer, has been one of the standout performers for the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots with his ability to take wickets at key moments. The South African has 178 T20 wickets.
Weather Report
The weather forecast for Sunday, 22 September 2024, at Brian Lara Stadium, Trinidad, suggests clear skies with only a five percent chance of rain, making it ideal for cricket. The temperature is expected to hover around 34 degrees Celsius with moderate humidity. Dew could play a role in the second innings, making batting slightly easier under lights.
Pitch Report
The match will take place at Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad, which typically offers a slow surface favouring spinners. Batting can become easier under the lights, making it an ideal ground for chasing.
Notable stats
Drakes' expensive outing in St Kitts
Dominic Drakes holds the unwanted bowling record of conceding the most runs in an innings for St Kitts and Nevis Patriots. His bowling figures against the Trinbago Knight Riders first time around were zero for 77 in four overs.
Team News
Chris Jordan has been added to the Trinbago Knight Riders squad for Ali Khan. The St Kitts and Nevis Patriots may experiment after an unsuccessful season as it is. Odean Smith and Wanindu Hasaranga could join the lineup.
TKR vs SNP Probable 11
TKR Playing 11
- Shaqkere Parris
- Sunil Narine
- Nicholas Pooran (Wk)
- Keacy Carty
- Tim David
- Kieron Pollard (C)
- Andre Russell
- Akeal Hosein
- Chris Jordan
- Josh Little
- Waqar Salamkheil
SNP Playing 11
- Evin Lewis
- Andre Fletcher (C)
- Mikyle Louis
- Kyle Mayers
- Rilee Rossouw
- Joshua Da Silva (Wk)
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Ryan John
- Odean Smith
- Anrich Nortje
- Ashmead Nedd
Dream11 Prediction
St Kitts and Nevis Patriots have the potential to spring a surprise with their game-changers, but Trinbago Knight Riders have shown consistency throughout the CPL with only a couple of hiccups. The Trinbago side will be favourites to win the match.
Top Picks
Andre Fletcher: The explosive opener is known for giving fast starts. With his form this season, he could be a crucial asset for St Kitts and Nevis. Fletcher’s ability to score quickly in the powerplay makes him a top pick for your Dream11 squad. He has three centuries and 42 half-centuries in T20s.
Akeal Hosein: Hosein has been one of the standout spinners in the CPL, known for his economy and wicket-taking ability in the middle overs. On a pitch that’s expected to offer turn, he is a must-pick in your Dream11 team. The spin bowler has 54 CPL wickets with an economy rate of only 6.32.
Andre Russell: Russell’s all-round prowess makes him a Dream11 favourite. Known for his destructive hitting in the final overs and his ability to pick up crucial wickets with the ball, he is a strong candidate in any Dream11 team. His brutal 36 not out off 15 balls against the Amazon Warriors is proof of his brutality with the bat.
TKR vs SNP Dream11 Team 1
Keeper: Andre Fletcher (VC), Nicholas Pooran
Batters: Evin Lewis, Keacy Carty, Kieron Pollard (C)
All-rounders: Andre Russell, Wanindu Hasaranga
Bowlers: Akeal Hosein, Chris Jordan, Anrich Nortje, Waqar Salamkheil
