SLK vs ABF Match Prediction : 7th Match, Caribbean Premier League, 2026

The Antigua and Barbuda Falcons will look to avenge their previous defeat when they take on the St. Lucia Kings for the second time in less than a week in the ongoing Caribbean Premier League. The two teams will face off on Friday at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet.

Saint Lucia Kings vs Antigua and Barbuda Falcons Head-to-Head Record

St. Lucia has won all four of its matches against the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons.

Saint Lucia Kings vs Antigua and Barbuda Falcons Live-streaming and Broadcast

The match will be broadcast and streamed across multiple regions as follows:

SLK vs ABF Team Previews

Saint Lucia Kings

After winning their opening fixture, the St. Lucia Kings were unable to maintain their winning momentum and suffered a defeat against the St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots on Wednesday. However, it is still early in the tournament, and the team will be eager to bounce back here.

Kamil Pooran and Andries Gous will look to give the team a strong start in this match. Both have scored half-centuries already, but have lacked consistency, and St. Lucia will need them to produce another good performance. Jewel Andrew appears to be in fine touch after scoring a half-century in the previous match. He will join Ackeem Auguste in the middle order, while the availability of Charith Asalanka gives St. Lucia additional batting depth alongside Roston Chase.

The team has a strong bowling attack, particularly in the spin department. Maheesh Theekshana, Roston Chase, and Joshua Bishop have picked up 9 wickets between them. Matthew Forde has taken 2 wickets and will continue to lead the attack with the new ball. He will need greater support from Shadley van Schalkwyk and McKenny Clarke, both of whom are still searching for their first wickets.

Saint Lucia Kings Expected Playing 11

Kamil Pooran, Andries Gous (WK), Ackeem Auguste, Jewel Andrew, Charith Asalanka, Roston Chase (C), Matthew Forde, Joshua Bishop, McKenny Clarke, Maheesh Theekshana, Shadley van Schalkwyk

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Antigua and Barbuda Falcons

Antigua haven't played since their defeat against St. Lucia, and the team will be eager to put that result behind them and climb the points table.

A lot will depend on the opening pair of Rahkeem Cornwall and Evin Lewis. Both have made useful contributions in the opening two matches, but the team will need at least one of them to stay at the crease longer and convert their start into a big knock. Antigua has a strong middle order featuring Tajinder Dhillon, Jahmar Hamilton, and Tim Robinson. Dhillon and Robinson have been the team’s best batsmen so far and could once again play important roles in this match.

The team also has quality all-rounders in Fabian Allen and Karima Gore, who add valuable depth to the batting. With the ball, Alzarri Joseph has been excellent with the new ball and has picked up 6 wickets. Shamar Springer and Jayden Seales will join him to form a strong pace attack, while Usama Mir continues to lead the spin department.

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons Expected Playing 11

Evin Lewis, Rahkeem Cornwall, Tim Robinson, Tajinder Dhillon, Fabian Allen (C), Karima Gore, Jahmar Hamilton (WK), Shamar Springer, Usama Mir, Alzarri Joseph, Jaden Seales

SLK vs ABF Toss Prediction

The team winning the toss will likely opt to bowl first.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

The pitch at the Daren Sammy National Stadium is generally good for batting, with the average first-innings score here last season close to 200. However, the most recent match at this venue produced a more balanced surface that offered assistance to the bowlers, particularly the seamers.

The pitch has an even covering of grass, and the new ball is likely to move around. The batsmen will need to spend some time at the crease before attempting the big shots.

The team batting first will look to get close to 200, as the surface tends to become easier to bat on as the match progresses. The weather will remain warm and humid, with a chance of light rain.

SLK vs ABF : Who Will Win?

We are backing the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons to win this match. Although they lost the previous encounter, they have a strong squad with plenty of depth in the batting. Their pace attack is another major strength and could give them an advantage in these conditions.

Bet on Antigua and Barbuda Falcons to win.

SLK vs ABF win percentage stands at 48% in favor of ABF.