Antigua and Barbuda Falcons vs Barbados Tridents Prediction – CPL 16th Match
Match summary
Our CPL 2026 preview of Antigua and Barbuda Falcons vs Barbados Tridents: probable XIs, conditions in Antigua, expected scores and a verdict.
Match details
| Match | Antigua and Barbuda Falcons vs Barbados Tridents, 16th Match |
|---|---|
| Series | Caribbean Premier League 2026 |
| Date | 25 Aug 2026 |
| Start time | 7:00 pm local |
| Venue | Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua |
| Status | Played |
| Our pick | Barbados Tridents |
| Toss pick | Antigua and Barbuda Falcons |
Matches in this series
Match preview
The Antigua and Barbuda Falcons face the Barbados Tridents in the 16th match of CPL 2026 at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound. The match starts at 7:00 pm local time on Tuesday.
The Falcons’ probable XI is captained by Fabian Allen and features Evin Lewis, Rahkeem Cornwall, Tim Robinson and wicketkeeper Jahmar Hamilton, with Shamar Springer, Usama Mir, Alzarri Joseph and Jayden Seales in the bowling group.
Barbados are captained by Chris Green and have Quinton de Kock keeping wicket. Brandon King, Zachary Carter and Sherfane Rutherford make up the top order, Daniel Sams is an all-round option, and Gudakesh Motie, Ramon Simmonds and Mujeeb Ur Rahman lead the attack.
Conditions should be favourable, with a low risk of rain at the start. A fast start could take the first innings towards 170, and spinners and bowlers who change pace will be important later on. Given the dew and the record of chasing sides here, the captain winning the toss may well bowl first. Our preview gives Barbados a slight edge.
The pitch should give a balanced contest between bat and ball, and batters who settle can score. A strong powerplay could set up a total of 170 or more, while bowlers who vary their pace can be effective later. If the surface plays better than expected, totals of 175–180 are possible. Recent matches at this venue have favoured chasing sides.
Warm and humid with temperatures of about 28–29°C. Conditions should be mostly clear around the start, although a few showers or thunderstorms could occur earlier in the day. The chance of rain at the start looks low and the wind is moderate. Humidity may bring some dew later in the evening.
Expected scores
| Innings | Predicted | Actual |
|---|---|---|
| First innings | 160–175 | – |
| Second innings | 150–165 | – |
Barbados Tridents
Barbados have Quinton de Kock at the top and a settled attack including Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Gudakesh Motie, so we back them.
Toss pick: Antigua and Barbuda Falcons
FAQ
Who is expected to win Antigua and Barbuda Falcons vs Barbados Tridents?
Our preview picks Barbados Tridents.
Should the toss winner bowl first?
Probably. Some dew may develop in the second innings and recent matches here have favoured chasing teams.
What total is competitive?
Around 165–170 should be competitive, with 175–180 possible if the pitch plays well.
Probable XIs
Expected line-ups from our preview. c = captain, wk = wicketkeeper.
Antigua and Barbuda Falcons
- Evin Lewis
- Rahkeem Cornwall
- Tim Robinson
- Jahmar Hamiltonwk
- Tajinder Dhillon
- Karima Gore
- Fabian Allenc
- Shamar Springer
- Usama Mir
- Alzarri Joseph
- Jayden Seales
Barbados Tridents
- Quinton de Kockwk
- Brandon King
- Zachary Carter
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Kevlon Anderson
- Rivaldo Clarke
- Daniel Sams
- Chris Greenc
- Gudakesh Motie
- Ramon Simmonds
- Mujeeb Ur Rahman