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SLK vs TKR Qualifier 2 Statistical Preview: Key Stats, Records And Head To Head Ahead Of CPL 2025 Clash

Soumyajit Dutta

SLK vs TKR Qualifier 2 Statistical Preview [Source: @cplgalore/X.com]SLK vs TKR Qualifier 2 Statistical Preview [Source: @cplgalore/X.com]

The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025 heads into Qualifier 2 as Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) lock horns with St Lucia Kings (SLK) at Providence Stadium, Guyana, on Saturday, September 20, at 5:30 AM IST.

Trinbago Knight Riders enter this high-stakes clash after knocking out Antigua & Barbuda Falcons in the Eliminator. With momentum on their side, TKR will look to bank on their experienced core and match-winners in both batting and bowling to secure a place in the final.

St Lucia Kings, meanwhile, will aim to bounce back strong after falling short in Qualifier 1 against Guyana Amazon Warriors. With a dynamic batting order and aggressive bowling unit, SLK will need to put together a complete team performance to overcome a spirited TKR side. The winner of this knockout will advance to the CPL 2025 Final, while the loser’s campaign will end here.

SLK vs TKR Head To Head Overview

St Lucia Kings and Trinbago Knight Riders have played 28 matches together, where the Trinbago Knight Riders have the upper hand with 18 wins while St Lucia Kings managed 8 wins. 2 matches ended in a no result.

Providence Stadium Guyana Pitch Report

The pitch at Providence Stadium is often challenging, with its sluggish pace and low bounce making batting difficult. Spinners usually enjoy good assistance, extracting a sharp turn to put batters under pressure. Scoring runs does not come easily. However, recent knock here saw decent to above par scores, which indicates a balanced pitch for the surface.

Trinbago Knight Riders And St Lucia Kings Probable Playing XI

St Lucia Kings

Tim Seifert (wk), Johnson Charles, Ackeem Auguste, Roston Chase, Tim David, Aaron Jones, David Wiese (c), Khary Pierre, Tabraiz Shamsi, Alzarri Joseph, Tymal Mills

Trinbago Knight Riders

Colin Munro, Alex Hales, Darren Bravo, Keacy Carty, Nicholas Pooran (c & wk), Kieron Pollard, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Akeal Hosein, Saurabh Netravalkar, Usman Tariq

Top Run-Scorers in SLK vs TKR

We are considering only the players from the current squad.

Johnson Charles – 463 runs

Johnson Charles has been the most prolific batter in SLK vs TKR clashes, scoring 463 runs in 17 innings at an average of 27.23. With a highest score of 89 and three half-centuries to his name, Charles has been a consistent top-order presence. His strike rate of 135.77 underlines his aggressive approach, often giving SLK flying starts.

Kieron Pollard – 364 runs

For Trinbago Knight Riders, Kieron Pollard has played a decisive role with 364 runs in 13 innings at an impressive average of 33.09. His highest score of 65 and strike rate of 166.97 reflect his dominance, especially in the middle and death overs, where his big-hitting ability has repeatedly swung games in TKR’s favour.

Darren Bravo – 359 runs

Darren Bravo has been a standout performer in these fixtures, compiling 359 runs in 12 innings at a remarkable average of 71.80. With a best of 94* and four fifties, Bravo has often acted as the anchor in TKR’s batting lineup. His strike rate of 149.58 shows his ability to combine stability with attacking flair, making him one of the most reliable batters in this rivalry.

Top Wicket-Takers In SLK vs TKR

We are considering only the players present in the current squad.

Sunil Narine – 15 wickets

Sunil Narine has been the most effective bowler in SLK vs TKR encounters, taking 15 wickets in 18 innings. With best figures of 2/13, he has maintained excellent control, conceding runs at just 6.01 per over. His economy and ability to strike at key moments have made him a constant threat for batters on spin-friendly surfaces.

Kieron Pollard – 14 wickets

Apart from his batting exploits, Kieron Pollard has also delivered with the ball, claiming 14 wickets in 9 innings. His best performance of 4/30 highlighted his knack for breaking partnerships in the middle overs. With a bowling average of 15.07 and two four-wicket hauls, Pollard has been a surprise weapon for TKR in this rivalry.

Roston Chase – 13 wickets

Roston Chase has proven to be a reliable option for Saint Lucia Kings, bagging 13 wickets in 13 innings. His best figures of 3/17 showcased his ability to control the game with disciplined off-spin. Conceding runs at just 6.02 per over, Chase has been both economical and effective, often stifling TKR’s batting momentum.

SLK vs TKR Key Stats

Trinbago Knight Riders' Key Records

  • Colin Munro has been a steady scorer for TKR in this rivalry, making 340 runs in 14 innings at an average of 28.33. His best of 68 included 40 boundaries, and he struck at 128.30.
  • The experienced Darren Bravo has been exceptional, piling up 359 runs in 12 innings at a remarkable average of 71.80. With a top score of 94*, he registered four fifties while striking at 149.58.
  • Kieron Pollard has been impactful with both bat and ball. With the bat, he scored 364 runs in 13 innings at 33.09, striking at 166.97. With the ball, he added 14 wickets in 9 innings at 15.07, including a best of 4/30.
  • Sunil Narine has contributed significantly with the ball, collecting 15 wickets in 18 innings at an economy of just 6.01. His best figures of 2/13 underline his control and consistency.
  • Akeal Hosein has chipped in with the ball, taking 9 wickets in 14 innings at an economy of 6.74. His standout performance came with figures of 4/13, showing his wicket-taking ability.
  • Andre Russell has featured in this contest with the ball, claiming 5 wickets in 7 innings at 34.20. His best of 2/28 highlighted his knack for breakthroughs, though he was often used in short spells.

St Lucia Kings' Key Records

  • Johnson Charles has been a key batter for SLK against TKR, scoring 463 runs in 17 innings at an average of 27.23. With a highest score of 89, he has registered three fifties and maintained a fiery strike rate of 135.77, hitting 41 fours and 27 sixes.
  • Roston Chase has contributed steadily in the middle order with 258 runs in 14 innings at an average of 25.80. His best score of 56* highlights his ability to anchor, while his strike rate of 118.89 keeps the scoreboard moving.
  • Tim Seifert, in limited outings, has added 112 runs in 4 innings at an average of 28.00. A strike rate of 175.00 underlines his attacking game, with 12 boundaries and 5 sixes already to his name.
  • Tim David has made an impression with 108 runs in 5 innings, averaging 36.00. His big-hitting has been crucial, striking at 158.82 with 6 fours and 9 sixes, showing his role as a finisher.
  • David Wiese has been effective with both bat and ball. With the bat, he has 83 runs in 4 innings at an average of 27.66, including a best of 34* at a blistering strike rate of 176.59. With the ball, he has picked up 8 wickets in 5 innings, including best figures of 5/39, averaging 19.62.
  • Alzarri Joseph has been a strike bowler for SLK, taking 13 wickets in 10 matches at an average of 18.53. His best of 4/17 showcases his match-winning ability, while maintaining a strike rate of 16.2 with the ball.

Records Which Could Be Broken In SLK vs TKR Qualifier 2 Of CPL 2025

  • Darren Bravo is 109 runs away from completing 2000 runs in CPL, for Trinbago Knight Riders.
  • Nicholas Pooran is 13 runs away from completing 1500 runs for Trinbago. He is also 9 boundaries away from completing 100 boundaries in CPL for Trinbago.
  • Kieron Pollard is one boundary away from completing 100 boundaries for Trinbago.
  • Andre Russell is 59 runs away from completing 500 runs for Trinbago.
  • Sunil Narine is 1 wicket away from completing 100 wickets for Trinbago.
  • Roston Chase is 4 wickets away from becoming St Lucia Kings' highest wicket-taker in CPL.