By Anas Ahmed 
Match Overview St Lucia Kings vs Antigua and Barbuda Falcons – CPL 2025
The Caribbean Premier League 2025 continues with a clash of two exciting teams as the St Lucia Kings (SLK) host the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons (ABF) in the 18th Match at Gros Islet on August 31, 2025. Both sides are fighting for crucial mid-season points, with the Kings looking steady while the Falcons are still searching for consistency.
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- St Lucia Kings – W, L, NR, W, W: Strong momentum with three wins from their last four completed matches.
- Antigua & Barbuda Falcons – NR, W, L, W, L: Mixed results, struggling to find back-to-back wins.
Players to Watch – St Lucia Kings (SLK)
- Johnson Charles – The in-form opener has 346 runs in 10 matches, averaging 43.25 at a blistering 179.27 strike rate. He is the Kings’ biggest match-winner with the bat.
- Tim Seifert – Middle-order stability with 204 runs at 141.66 SR; his quick-fire cameos add balance.
- David Wiese – The veteran all-rounder has 11 wickets in 8 games, striking every 14.6 balls. Also a handy finisher with the bat.
- Roston Chase – The Kings’ spin-bowling all-rounder has chipped in with 7 wickets and provides tactical control in the middle overs.
Players to Watch – Antigua & Barbuda Falcons (ABF)
- Karima Gore – A standout performer, scoring 218 runs in 7 matches at an average of 54.5. A reliable batter who anchors the innings.
- Imad Wasim – All-rounder with 146 runs at 29.2 avg and valuable overs with the ball.
- Obed McCoy – A strike bowler with 8 wickets in 5 matches, though slightly expensive, still a key wicket-taker.
- Shamar Springer – All-rounder with 6 wickets in 5 matches, providing depth to the Falcons’ attack.
Head-to-Head Record St Lucia Kings vs Antigua and Barbuda Falcons – CPL 2025
The Kings have held the upper hand in this matchup:
- Aug 18, 2025 – Match abandoned (NR).
- Sep 16, 2024 – Kings won by 26 runs.
- Sep 04, 2024 – Kings won by 7 wickets.
Summary: Last 3 → Kings 2 wins, Falcons 0, 1 abandoned. The Kings clearly have the edge.
Match Prediction St Lucia Kings vs Antigua and Barbuda Falcons – CPL 2025
The Kings’ explosive batting, led by Johnson Charles, combined with all-round support from Wiese and Chase, makes them favorites at Gros Islet. The Falcons will rely heavily on Karima Gore’s batting consistency and McCoy’s breakthroughs to stay in the game. Prediction: Kings to continue dominance in this rivalry.
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