CPL 2024 14th Match Prediction - St Lucia Kings VS St Kitts and Nevis Patriots

St. Lucia Kings are set to against Nevis Patriots in the 14 match of Caribbean Premier League (CPL). Both of teams hope to improve their standings.

St. Lucia Kings:

With a record of 2 wins and 2 losses, the St. Lucia Kings are currently placed 5th on the table. The Kings have showcased glimpses of their huge potential due to outstanding players.

In previous match against the Trinbago Knight Riders, Kings put up a strong total of 187/6 for Faf du Plessis (34) and Johnson Charles (29). In spite of competitive total they were unable to defend it. Trinbago Knight Riders chased down the target with 4 wickets to spare. Shaqkere Parris’s explosive 57 off 33 balls and Kieron Pollard’s power-hitting (52 off 19) turned the game in favor of the Knight Riders.

Although Kings can post competitive totals, their bowling unit need more consistency.

St Lucia Kings VS St Kitts and Nevis Patriots

St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots:

St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots have struggled in this season, declining to the to bottom of table with just 1 win. Despite talented players, they cannot find the right balance in their performance.

In the match against Antigua and Barbuda Falcons, Patriots posted a total of 153/8. Mikyle Lewis, 63 off just 36 balls, dominated the innings. While pressure was imposed on the middle order due to their top-order failures.

Probable Best Batter - Bhanuka Rajapaksa 

Having claimed 117 runs so far in the tournament, Bhanuka Rajapaksa has been the standout batsman. He has ability to score quickly and provide middle-order stability.

Probable Best Bowler - Anrich Nortje

Anrich Nortje, the most effective bowler, regularly took wickets. But he need more support from the rest of the bowling attack.

Probable Playing XIs

Saint Lucia Kings: Faf du Plessis(c), Johnson Charles, Sadrack Descarte, Roston Chase, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Tim Seifert(w), Aaron Jones, Matthew Forde, Khari Campbell, Alzarri Joseph, Noor Ahmad

St Kitts and Nevis Patriots: Evin Lewis, Andre Fletcher(w/c), Kyle Mayers, Rilee Rossouw, Wanindu Hasaranga, Mikyle Louis, Josh Clarkson, Dominic Drakes, Veerasammy Permaul, Ashmead Nedd, Anrich Nortje, Mohammad Mohsin/Tabraiz Shamsi

Match Prediction

St. Lucia Kings appear to have a slight edge based on their current form. the Patriots will be eager to turn things around and climb off the bottom of the table. This encounter promises to be a closely fought contest.