BR vs ABF Match Analysis
The 22nd match of the Caribbean Premier League 2025 will see the Barbados Royals take on the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons at the iconic Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, on September 5, 2025.
Barbados Royals have had a mixed season so far, showing flashes of brilliance with their explosive batting lineup but struggling with consistency in the middle overs. Rovman Powell and Brandon King have been key contributors, providing stability and power at crucial moments.
Antigua and Barbuda Falcons have displayed aggressive cricket with a strong emphasis on big-hitting and pace bowling. Captain Imad Wasim has led from the front, while Fabian Allen and Rahkeem Cornwall bring all-round balance.
Barbados Royals vs Antigua and Barbuda Falcons Team Preview & Squads
Barbados Royals
Rovman Powell leads the BR with a combination of aggression and tactical acumen. His ability to turn games with both bat and strategic decisions makes him a pivotal figure for the team.
The Royals’ batting is anchored by Quinton de Kock, Rovman Powell, and Brandon King, providing a blend of experience and explosive power. The middle order, including Kadeem Alleyne and Rassie van der Dussen, offers stability and finishing ability. Young talents like Zishan Motara and Shaqkere Parris add firepower, making the lineup capable of chasing big totals or setting imposing scores.
BR have a versatile bowling attack led by Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Chris Green, capable of controlling powerplay and middle overs. Eathan Bosch and Ramon Simmonds provide pace options, while Nyeem Young adds variation with spin.
In their last game against Trinbago Knight Riders (16th Match at Tarouba, Aug 29, 2025), the Royals posted 178/6. Trinbago powered through the target, ending at 179/3 in 17.5 overs and winning by seven wickets with plenty of overs in hand. The Royals struggled to maintain momentum after losing early wickets, and their bowlers couldn’t contain Trinbago’s top order.
Barbados Royals Squad
Barbados Royals
Rovman Powell, Kadeem Alleyne, Azmatullah Omarzai, Eathan Bosch, Rivaldo Clarke, Quinton de Kock, Chris Green, Kofi James, Brandon King, Johann Layne, Zishan Motara, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Shaqkere Parris, Sherfane Rutherford, Daniel Sams, Ramon Simmonds, Rassie van der Dussen, Jomel Warrican, Nyeem Young
Antigua and Barbuda Falcons
Imad Wasim brings calm leadership and international experience to the ABF. His tactical awareness and allround ability allow him to influence both batting and bowling decisions effectively.
ABF boast strong batting depth with Rahkeem Cornwall, Bevon Jacobs, and Quinton de Kock-style finishers like Shamar Springer. Captain Imad Wasim can contribute with stabilizing knocks in crunch situations.
The Falcons’ bowling unit is led by Obed McCoy and Jayden Seales, providing pace and wicket-taking ability upfront. Naveen-ul-Haq and Shakib Al Hasan offer variations, with spin options to exploit slower pitches.
In their last outing against St Lucia Kings (18th Match at Gros Islet, Aug 31, 2025), Falcons scored 204/4, but Kings chased down the total in 17.5 overs, finishing 206/4 to win by 6 wickets with 13 balls remaining. A commanding innings with the bat was undone by the Falcons’ ineffective bowling.
Antigua and Barbuda Falcons Squad
Antigua and Barbuda Falcons
Imad Wasim, Fabian Allen, Jewel Andrew, Rahkeem Cornwall, AM Ghazanfar, Karima Gore, Andries Gous, Justin Greaves, Bevon Jacobs, Joshua James, Amir Jangoo, Obed McCoy, Naveen-ul-Haq, Salman Irshad, Jayden Seales, Shakib Al Hasan, Odean Smith, Shamar Springer, Usama Mir, Kevin Wickham
Match Details | ||
Match | Barbados Royals vs Antigua and Barbuda Falcons | 22nd Match | CPL 2025 | |
Date | 05/09/2025 (Friday) | |
Time | 05:00 AM (BDT) / 04:00 AM GMT / 04:30 AM (INR) | |
Format | T20 | |
Venue | Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados | |
Recent performance | Barbados Royals – L L L NR L | Antigua and Barbuda Falcons – W L W L L |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Streaming Score on JeetBuzz News | |
BR vs ABF Outfield Report
The Kensington Oval pitch tends to be batting-friendly in the initial overs, allowing stroke play and aggressive shots. Batting dominance from the Falcons was undone by lackluster bowling. Fast bowlers can extract bounce early in the evening, especially under lights.
The weather in Bridgetown on match day is expected to be partly cloudy with a temperature around 29°C. Humidity will be moderate, with a gentle breeze aiding swing bowlers. There’s a minimal chance of rain, so a full 20-over match is expected.
Records show that first-innings sides usually settle scores in the 160–190 bracket without much trouble. Chasing sides have successfully surpassed 200 on good batting days. The predictable highest total on this pitch is around 200-210, while low totals of 140-150 can occur if early wickets fall.
Barbados Royals vs Antigua and Barbuda Falcons Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
In their last five CPL encounters, both teams have shared wins, but Barbados Royals have managed a slight edge with 3 wins to Falcons’ 2. Matches between these sides are often high-scoring and closely contested.
BR vs ABF Prediction
Event | Barbados Royals | Antigua and Barbuda |
Toss Winner | – | Antigua and Barbuda |
Player of the Match | – | Shakib Al Hasan |
Top Run Scorer | Quinton de Kock | Shakib Al Hasan |
Top Wicket Taker | Ramon Simmonds | Usama Mir |
Most Sixes | Quinton de Kock | Shakib Al Hasan |
Predicted Score | 170+ | 180+ |
Win Probability | 47% | 53% |
According to cricket analysts Antigua and Barbuda have a 53% chance of Winning.
