Caribbean Premier League 2026

Guyana Amazon Warriors vs Antigua and Barbuda Falcons Prediction – CPL Qualifier 1

FixtureQualifier 1
Date17 Sep 2026
Time12:00 am GMT (18 Sep) / 8:00 pm local (17 Sep)
VenueKensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados

Our verdict

Guyana Amazon Warriors

Our preview gives Guyana Amazon Warriors the edge, even though the Falcons are tipped to win the toss and bat first.

Toss pick: Antigua and Barbuda Falcons

Caribbean Premier League 2026 Guyana Amazon Warriors Kensington Oval

Guyana Amazon Warriors meet Antigua and Barbuda Falcons in Qualifier 1 of the 2026 Caribbean Premier League at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown on Thursday 17 September, with a 8:00 pm local start.

Guyana are captained by Imran Tahir. Glenn Phillips, Shai Hope, Shimron Hetmyer and Quentin Sampson are the key batters, with Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Romario Shepherd and Dwaine Pretorius adding all-round options. Veerasammy Permaul and Ronaldo Alimohamed round out the likely XI, and the squad also includes Mohammad Nabi, Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Shamar Joseph.

Antigua and Barbuda are led by Moeen Ali. Evin Lewis, Amir Jangoo and Hasan Nawaz are expected at the top of the order, supported by Shadab Khan and Fabian Allen. The attack features Sufyan Moqim, Jayden Seales, Alzarri Joseph and Joshua James.

A first-innings total of 170 or more would be strong and 180 would put real pressure on the chasing side. If dew and humidity arrive, spinners could find it harder to grip the ball.

Probable XIs

Guyana Amazon Warriors

Glenn Phillips
Mavendra Dindyal
Shai Hope (wk)
Shimron Hetmyer
Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Quentin Sampson
Romario Shepherd
Dwaine Pretorius
Ronaldo Alimohamed
Veerasammy Permaul
Imran Tahir (c)

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons

Evin Lewis
Amir Jangoo (wk)
Karima Gore
Hasan Nawaz
Moeen Ali (c)
Shadab Khan
Fabian Allen
Joshua James
Sufyan Moqim
Jayden Seales
Alzarri Joseph

Pitch report

Kensington Oval normally offers a balanced surface, with slight early help for seamers. The new ball can seam and bounce in the powerplay, and batters can score freely once set. Spin may help in the middle overs as the pitch slows. A first-innings total of 160–175 is competitive and 175 or more is strong. Slower balls and variations can work well, and dew may make chasing a little easier.

Weather

The evening should be warm, humid and breezy with mostly clear skies. A brief shower is possible earlier in the day, but the rain risk at match time is low. Temperatures should be around 27–28°C, and humidity and a moderate wind could create some dew later on.

Frequently asked questions

What is Qualifier 1 of CPL 2026?

Guyana Amazon Warriors play Antigua and Barbuda Falcons at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, on 17 September.

Who is our pick?

Our preview favours Guyana Amazon Warriors, with the Falcons expected to win the toss.

What powerplay score do we expect?

Around 45–50 runs in the first six overs.

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