Current table toppers Guyana Amazon Warriors (GUY) lock horns with Barbados Royals (BR) in match 23 of the ongoing Caribbean Premier League (CPL) on Sunday, September 10, in Tarouba, Trinidad.
Guyana have played only five matches this season and are yet to suffer a loss. They have won four games, while one ended in a No Result. Young Pakistani opener Saim Ayub is the highest run-getter for the Warriors this season. He has scored 145 runs in five games at an average of 36.25 and a strike rate of 151.04. On the other hand, left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie has been the most successful bowler, with seven wickets at an average of 15.86. Imran Tahir’s men are currently on a four-match winning streak and would be keen to extend the run in the games to come.
Meanwhile, Barbados have played eight games, winning three and losing four. One match ended in a No Result. Currently placed at No. 4 on the points table, it is imperative that the Rovman Powell-led side win their next couple of games to stay in contention for a spot in the playoffs. Jason Holder is the highest wicket-taker in the tournament, with 12 scalps at 21. Rahkeem Cornwall is the highest run-getter for the Royals, with 179 runs at an average of 29.83 and a noteworthy strike rate of 186.46. Inconsistency has hurt the Royals big time thus far in the tournament, as they have not been able to win back-to-back matches.
Match Details:
Tournament: Caribbean Premier League 2023
Match: Barbados Royals vs Guyana Amazon Warriors, Match 23
Venue: Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad
Date & Time: Monday, September 10, 07:30 PM (IST)
Where to Watch Live: Star Sports Network and FanCode
Brian Lara Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at the Brian Lara Stadium wasn’t great for batting in the last edition of CPL. Teams batting first won three out of the four games played in CPL 2022. The average first innings score was just 139, while the highest successful run chase was 117. Batting first and putting up a total of around 160 could put a team on the front foot, as chasing has historically been difficult. India and West Indies played a T20I last month, and the hosts defended 149 as the Men in Blue fell short by four runs.
Probable Playing XI
Barbados Royals (BR)
Rahkeem Cornwall, Kyle Mayers, Laurie Evans, Alick Athanaze, Rovman Powell (c), Jason Holder, Rivaldo Clarke (wk), Nyeem Young, Roelof van der Merwe, Qais Ahmad, Obed McCoy
Guyana Amazon Warriors (GUY)
Saim Ayub, Chandrapaul Hemraj, Shai Hope, Azam Khan (wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Keemo Paul, Romario Shepherd, Dwaine Pretorius, Gudakesh Motie, Imran Tahir (c), Odean Smith
BR vs GUY Head-to-Head
Overall:
Played – 22, Barbados Royals – 08, Guyana Amazon Warriors – 14
Probable Top Performers of BR vs GUY
Probable Best Batter of the Match
Shai Hope (GUY):
The 29-year-old is one of the finest ODI cricketers at the moment. However, recently, he has improved his T20 game and upped the ante when required. So far, in CPL 2023, Hope has notched up two half-centuries. He will have to play a crucial role at No. 3 for Guyana as they strive to hold onto their top spot on the points table.
Jason Holder (BR):
The former West Indies captain has been in fine form as he managed to pick up wickets at crucial junctures for his team. He has had to bowl the difficult overs for his side, so he has been expensive occasionally. However, his knack for picking up wickets in clusters always makes him a difficult proposition to face.
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