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Jamaica Tallawahs will cross swords against Barbados Royals in the fifth group-stage fixture of the ongoing Caribbean Premier League season. The high-voltage clash will be hosted by the Daren Sammy national stadium in St Lucia.
JAM vs BR: Team Previews
Jamaica Tallawahs
Led by Brandon King, defending champions Jamaica Tallawahs had an extraordinary start to the CPL 2023, defeating St Lucia Kings in the high-scoring tournament opener. Skipper King led from the front with the bat, slamming a sensational fifty, as the Tallawahs posted a mammoth 187-run total on the board.
In response, the Kings were restricted to 176, thanks to a spectacular three-wicket haul from Imad Wasim. Almost every core player from Jamaica performed up to the mark and they would like to sustain their winning momentum.
Barbados Royals
Talking about Barbados Royals, the Rovman Powell-led outfit succumbed to a crushing 54-run defeat against St Lucia Kings in their first group-stage game. None of the Royals' bowlers, barring Jason Holder and Qais Ahmad, could scalp a wicket, while their batting lineup fell like a pack of cards against the Kings' rampant bowling unit, led by Matthew Forde.
So, moving on to this game, the Royals would like better returns from their core players, especially Kyle Mayers, Rovman Powell and Obed McCoy.
JAM vs BR: Match Details & Live Streaming
Date & Time: August 20, 7.30 PM IST
Venue: Daren Sammy national stadium, St Lucia
Live Streaming: FanCode App & Website
JAM vs BR: St Lucia Pitch Report
The surface at Daren Sammy stadium in St Lucia will favour batters initially, with the spinners getting a hint of grip and turn as the game progresses. Considering the recent outcomes at the venue, the toss-winner will likely opt to bat first.
JAM vs BR: Probable Playing 11
Jamaica Tallawahs: Brandon King (C), Kirk McKenzie, Shamarh Brooks, Amir Jangoo (WK), Raymon Reifer, Fabian Allen, Imad Wasim, Chris Green, Mohammad Amir, Nicholas Gordon, Salman Irshad
Barbados Royals: Rahkeem Cornwall, Kyle Mayers, Justin Greaves, Rassie van der Dussen, Rovman Powell (C), Jason Holder, Donovan Ferreira (WK), Nyeem Young, Qais Ahmad, Joshua Bishop, Obed McCoy
JAM vs BR: Cricket Exchange Fantasy Tips
Wicket-Keeper | Donovan Ferreira |
Batters | Brandon King, Rovman Powell |
All-Rounders | Imad Wasim, Fabian Allen, Jason Holder, Kyle Mayers, Nyeem Young |
Bowlers | Mohammad Amir, Salman Irshad, Qais Ahmad |
Captain | Imad Wasim/Brandon King |
Vice Captain | Jason Holder |
JAM vs BR: Winner Prediction
Considering the recent form of both teams, we reckon Jamaica Tallawahs will emerge triumphant in this match.