Tribango Knight Riders crushed SNP with a convincing 44-run victory in Match 3 of CPL 2024. The game, held at Werner Park, saw the Knight Riders deliver a powerful performance in both batting and bowling.
Winning the toss, the Patriots chose to bowl first, hoping to make the most of the conditions. However, they were quickly put under pressure by the Knight Riders’ aggressive batting.
The Knight Riders set a huge target of 250 runs, led by an explosive innings from Nicholas Pooran. Pooran scored 97 runs from just 43 balls, including 7 fours and 9 sixes. His innings was supported by Sunil Narine, who contributed a quick 38 runs from 19 balls, with 3 fours and 4 sixes.
Keacy Carty played a vital role towards the end of the innings, finishing unbeaten on 73 runs from 35 balls. He hit 9 boundaries and 3 sixes, adding crucial runs to the total. Kieron Pollard also made a quick 7 not out, helping the Knight Riders reach their formidable total.
The Patriots’ bowlers struggled, with Anrich Nortje being the best of the lot, taking 2 wickets for 37 runs. Other bowlers like RD John and DC Drakes had tough days, giving away a lot of runs without taking many wickets.
In reply, the Patriots tried to chase down the target but fell short. Evin Lewis was the top scorer for the Patriots with 39 runs from 23 balls, including 4 fours and 2 sixes. Mikyle Louis added 56 runs from 38 balls, and Tristan Stubbs contributed 39 runs from 19 balls.
Despite these efforts, the Patriots could not keep up with the required run rate. Sunil Narine and W Salamkheil were key in limiting the Patriots’ progress, each taking 2 wickets. JB Little also played a crucial role with 2 wickets for 40 runs.
Ryan John provided a late push, scoring 25 not out, and Anrich Nortje added 4 not out, but the Patriots finished their innings at 206 runs. The Knight Riders’ bowlers and fielders maintained their control throughout, ensuring the victory.
Tribango Knight Riders’ performance set a high standard for the CPL season. Their strong showing in both batting and bowling left the Patriots with a lot to think about as they prepare for their next matches.
Who Are Their Next CPL Opponents?
On Match Day 5 of CPL 2024, St Kitts and Nevis Patriots will face off against St Lucia Kings at Warner Park. After securing a win in their opening game against Antigua & Barbuda Falcons but falling short in their second match against Trinbago Knight Riders, the Patriots will be looking to bounce back with a strong performance against the St Lucia Kings.
Meanwhile, St Lucia Kings, entering their first game of the season, will be eager to make a positive start and set the tone for their CPL campaign. This matchup promises to be an exciting clash as both teams look to make their mark in the tournament.
In their next fixture, Tribango Knight Riders will take on the Antigua & Barbuda Falcons at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua, on Friday, September 6. Following their impressive win over the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots, the Knight Riders will aim to maintain their strong form against the Falcons.
