CPL 2024, BR Vs ABF - Kensington Oval Barbados Pitch Report For Match 13

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The matches are coming thick and fast in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2024, and the 13th game of the riveting tournament takes place between Barbados Royals and Antigua and Barbuda Falcons from the Kensington Oval, Barbados.

The CPL points table tells an interesting tale about both the sides. Barbados Royals have played two matches and have won two, keeping their hundred percent record intact as they sit at the second position.

Meanwhile, Antigua are stranded at the fourth position, and interestingly have played 6 matches. They have won 2 matches and lost 4, making the upcoming match a must-win for their side.

Both teams will be eager to get two points on the board, and both Barbados and Antigua boast a power-packed batting unit which can changed the course of the game. Another factor which could change the course of the match is the Kensington Oval pitch.

Kensington Oval Barbados Pitch: Tricky surface for batters

This will be the first match played at this venue in CPL 2024. The last time a game was played at the Kensington Oval was during the T20 World Cup final, which India won against South Africa.

Traditionally, the Kensington Oval surface has been good for the batters, with the average first innings score of 154. However, it played differently during the T20 World Cup 2024. The ball wasn't coming onto the bat properly, and the batters found it relatively tough to get going.

Keshav Maharaj, the Proteas spinner used the conditions perfectly in the finals against India, dismissing Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant with his spin. So, don't be surprised if the ball grips a bit in the first innings.

The World Cup matches saw score in excess of 160 being scored, and anything in the region of 160-170 will be a winning total on this wicket. So, a good wicket, but a pardise for the spinners.