STKNP vs SLK Prediction & Match Preview – CPL 2026, 25th Match

St Kitts and Nevis Patriots host Saint Lucia Kings at Warner Park in the 25th match of the 2026 CPL. Jason Holder leads a home squad featuring Kyle Mayers, Johnson Charles, Andre Fletcher, Alick Athanaze and Dasun Shanaka in the batting, with Wanindu Hasaranga, Naseem Shah and Waqar Salamkheil in the attack.

Roston Chase captains the Kings, whose possible XI includes wicketkeeper Tim Seifert, Kamil Pooran, John Campbell and Charith Asalanka at the top. Matthew Forde and Maheesh Theekshana add all-round and spin options, and Joshua Bishop and Keon Gaston share the pace duties.

The conditions should suit a high-scoring game, and 165 or more is a competitive target. The new ball may offer some early movement, while the middle overs could slow the pitch and bring spin and cutters into play. If dew settles during the second innings, the captain who wins the toss will likely choose to bowl.

Probable playing XI

Pitch report

Warner Park usually offers an even surface with a slight lean towards batting in T20s. Batters can score freely after getting set, and the new ball may seam around early. Cutters and slower deliveries become effective as the innings goes on, and a dry surface can give the spinners some grip. A first-innings score of 165–180 is competitive, with more than 180 putting the chasing side under strain. Late dew could help the team batting second.

Weather

Warm and humid evening conditions are expected, with temperatures of 27–28°C and mostly clear skies. The chance of rain is low and a moderate breeze should ease the humidity. Dew may develop later in the evening, making the ball skid on and helping the side batting second. Few interruptions are expected.

Expected scores

• 1st innings: 165–180
• 2nd innings: 155–175

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