News Americas, New York, NY, October 2, 2024. The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2024 is into its thrilling playoffs stage. The top four teams are set to battle for the championship. After an exhilarating league phase, the playoffs began on October 1st at the Providence Stadium in Guyana.
Teams Qualified for CPL 2024 Playoffs:
- Guyana Amazon Warriors – The defending champions, known for their resilience, will be determined to retain their title.
- St. Lucia Kings – Led by Faf du Plessis, the Kings have the firepower to go all the way in the playoffs.
- Trinbago Knight Riders – A powerhouse in the CPL, the Knight Riders, captained by Kieron Pollard, are hungry for another title.
- Barbados Royals – Under the leadership of Rovman Powell, the Royals have been standout performers this season.
Playoffs Schedule:
- Eliminator (October 1): Trinbago Knight Riders vs Barbados Royals. Barbados won in a thrilling match as David Miller took the Royals to the win over the Knight Riders amid a stunning blackout in the Providence Stadium in Guyana.
- An unexpected floodlight failure at the National Stadium in Providence, Guyana, led to a reduced-over Eliminator match in the 2024 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL). After a two-hour delay, the Barbados Royals were set a revised target of 60 runs in five overs, which they chased down with ease.
- David Miller was the hero for the Royals, blasting a 17-ball fifty that included five sixes and three fours, securing the win with four balls to spare. Earlier, the Trinbago Knight Riders, who won the toss and batted first, posted 168/3 off 19.1 overs before the lights went out. Nicholas Pooran led their charge with a brilliant 91* off 60 balls, supported by Jason Roy (25 off 17), Kieron Pollard (17), and Andre Russell (20).
- Despite the floodlight disruption, the Royals stayed composed in the shortened chase. Miller’s powerful hitting, especially in the final overs, propelled his team to victory, sealing a spot in the second eliminator. He was named Player of the Match for his incredible performance under pressure.
- Qualifier 1 (October 2): Guyana Amazon Warriors vs St. Lucia Kings
- Qualifier 2 (October 4): Barbados Royals vs Loser of Qualifier 1
- Final (October 6): Winner of Qualifier 1 vs Winner of Qualifier 2
All matches will be held at Providence Stadium, Guyana, where fans are expected to create an electric atmosphere.
CPL 2024 Playoffs Squads:
- Guyana Amazon Warriors: Imran Tahir (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Shai Hope (wk), Matthew Nandu, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Kevlon Anderson, Azam Khan (wk), Saim Ayub, Ronaldo Alimohamed, Keemo Paul, Dwaine Pretorius, Raymon Reifer, Romario Shepherd, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Kevin Sinclair, Junior Sinclair.
- St. Lucia Kings: Faf du Plessis (c), Johnson Charles (wk), Aaron Jones, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Tim Seifert (wk), Khari Campbell, Ackeem Auguste, Roston Chase, Shadrack Descarte, Khary Pierre, David Wiese, McKenny Clarke, Matthew Forde, Johann Jeremiah, Alzarri Joseph, Noor Ahmad, Mikkel Govia.
- Barbados Royals: Rovman Powell (c), Alick Athanaze, Quinton de Kock (wk), Kevin Wickham, Rahkeem Cornwall,Shamarh Brooks, Rivaldo Clarke (wk), Jason Holder, Kadeem Alleyne, Obed McCoy, Naveen-ul-Haq, Ramon Simmonds, Maheesh Theekshana, Isai Thorne, Nyeem Young, Nathan Sealy, Dunith Wellalage.
- Trinbago Knight Riders: Kieron Pollard (c), Andries Gous (wk), Nicholas Pooran (wk), Jason Roy, Dwayne Bravo, Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Keacy Carty, Mark Deyal, Ali Khan, Terrance Hinds, Akeal Hossein, Josh Little, Jayden Seales, Nathan Edward, Shaqkere Parris, Waqar Salamkheil.
The CPL 2024 playoffs promise high-stakes action, where one slip-up could end a team’s journey. With the competition intensifying, cricket fans can expect a gripping end to an already exciting season.
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