
Caribbean Premier League 2025 is back with its 4th match as St Kitts and Nevis Patriots face on Trinbago Knight Riders at Warner Park in Basseterre St Kitts. Stay updated with ScoreWaves for the fastest live scores, expert fantasy tips, predicted playing elevens, pitch reports, and all the latest cricket news and match insights. Don't miss any moment of this thrilling contest. Follow ScoreWaves for comprehensive coverage and real-time updates of CPL 2025
The stage is set for a thrilling showdown as the most successful team in Caribbean Premier League (CPL) history, the Trinbago Knight Riders, kick off their 2025 campaign against a St Kitts and Nevis Patriots side eager to build on their mixed start. This isn't just a match; it's a statement game for both franchises, with TKR aiming for a winning start and SNP looking to regain momentum.
For the Trinbago Knight Riders, this match marks the beginning of their quest for a record-extending fifth CPL title. Led by the experienced Kieron Pollard, their squad is packed with T20 superstars. The explosive batting of Nicholas Pooran, the all-round brilliance of Andre Russell and Sunil Narine, and the overseas firepower of Alex Hales and Colin Munro make them one of the most formidable teams on paper. A win here would not only be a perfect start but also send a strong message to their rivals that the champions are back in business.
The St Kitts and Nevis Patriots, on the other hand, have already had a taste of both victory and defeat this season. They began with a confident win but were handed a loss in their second outing, leaving them with one win and one loss. The Patriots, who were CPL champions in 2021, will be looking to get back on the winning track at their home ground, Warner Park. Key players like Jason Holder, Andre Fletcher, and the impressive new signing Waqar Salamkheil, who has already picked up five wickets in two matches, will be crucial to their success.
While TKR's past dominance and star-studded lineup make them the favorites, the Patriots' early-season experience could give them a crucial edge. The pitch at Warner Park, known for its high-scoring nature, promises a run-fest, but also offers some assistance to spinners as the game progresses. With so much on the line, fans can expect a high-octane encounter filled with big hits, spectacular catches, and a captivating battle between bat and ball. Will TKR's legacy-driven start overpower the Patriots' hunger for redemption? The cricketing world waits with bated breath.
Head-to-Head: SNP vs TKR- Who Holds the Advantage?
Based on recent data, Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) hold a distinct advantage over the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots (SNP) in their head-to-head encounters, having won 16 of their 24 matches. While SNP has started the CPL 2025 season with a mixed record of one win and one loss, TKR has yet to play its first game. However, TKR's strong performance in the previous season and the consistent scoring of key players like Nicholas Pooran, combined with their dominant historical record against SNP, make them the favored team to win the upcoming match. Let’s break down their head-to-head record to see who holds the edge ahead of the CPL 2025:
Total Matches Played: 24
St Kitts and Nevis Patriots Wins: 8
Trinbago Knight Riders Wins: 16
No Result/Abandoned Matches: 0
SNP: L W L L L
TKR: L W L L W
Based on a historical and recent analysis, the Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) hold a significant advantage over the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots (SNP). In their head-to-head history, TKR has been dominant, winning 16 of the 24 matches played between the two teams. While the Patriots have a mixed record of one win and one loss in the CPL 2025 season, the Knight Riders' consistent performance in previous seasons and the firepower of key players like captain Nicholas Pooran and Kieron Pollard make them the firm favorites for their upcoming match. The data suggests that TKR is likely to secure a comfortable victory, continuing their dominance in this rivalry.
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St Kitts and Nevis Patriots vs Trinbago Knight Riders Match, Date, Time & Venue:
Match: SNP vs TKR 4th Match of CPL 2025
Date: 17 August 2025
Time: 8:30 AM
Stadium: Warner Park
Location: St Kitts
St Kitts and Nevis Patriots vs Trinbago Knight Riders 4th Match Pitch Report:
The 4th T20 match between St Kitts and Nevis Patriots vs Antigua & Trinbago Knight Riders, will be played on 17 August at 8:30 PM in Warner Park in St Kitts. The Warner Park, St Kitts hosted a total of 92 T20 matches, 39 matches won batting first and 51 matches won batting 2nd and 2 matches with no result. The Warner Park pitches in St Kitts, the venue for the CPL 2025 opener, is renowned for being a batter-friendly surface. Historically, it has produced high-scoring games, and the average first-innings score at this venue is relatively healthy, indicating a good deck for stroke-play. The team batting second has a slight advantage, with a history of successfully chasing down totals. While the pitch is generally a batter's paradise, spinners have also found success here, especially in the middle overs, due to the surface's tendency to offer some grip as the game progresses. Pacers will need to rely on their variations and tactical bowling to be effective. The toss will be crucial, with the winning captain likely choosing to field first to take advantage of the chasing team's strong record at this venue.
| T20I Stats | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 92 |
| Batting First Won | 32 |
| Bowling First Won | 51 |
| 1st Innings Average Score | 168 |
| 2nd Innings Average Score | 154 |
| Highest Total | 215/4 by AUS vs WI |
| Lowest Total | 45/10 by Wi vs ENG |
| Highest Chased | 215/4 by AUS vs WI |
| Lowest Defended | 108/10 by SLW vs PAKW |
Evin Lewis (Captain & Opener): Explosive left-hander who can take the game away in the Powerplay. 6000+ runs in T20 career with SR: 145+, Watch for early fireworks and leadership in the field.
Kyle Mayers (All-Rounder): Left-hand bat and seam-bowling option, strong CPL and international experience. Can shift momentum with both bat and ball, especially in the middle overs.
Andre Fletcher (Wicketkeeper-Batsman): Veteran T20 player with aggressive intent and finishing abilities, Reliable behind the stumps and in crunch chase scenarios.
Jason Holder (Pace All-Rounder): Brings control, bounce, and leadership in the bowling unit and Dangerous with the bat in the lower middle order.
Fazalhaq Farooqi (Overseas Pacer): Afghan left-arm pacer known for new ball swing and Yorkers at the death, can trouble top-order batters early and finish with accuracy.
Andre Russell (All‑rounder): One of the most impactful T20 all-rounders globally. In CPL 2024, he scored 220 runs and took 12 wickets. His power-hitting and death-over bowling make him a lethal asset.
Sunil Narine (Mystery Spinner / Pinch-hitter): A franchise icon known for his spin variations and aggressive batting. With over 100 CPL wickets and a sub‑6.5 economy rate, Narine is a potent weapon in both powerplay and lower-order.
Kieron Pollard (Finisher / Veteran Presence): The long-time face of TKR, Pollard continues offering explosive finishing, leadership, and experience, even after passing the captaincy to Pooran.
Akeal Hosein (Left-arm Spinner): A dependable spinner in the powerplay who claimed 11 wickets in CPL 2024 at an excellent 6.2 economy rate.
Evin Lewis, Andre Fletcher (wk), Kyle Mayers, Rilee Rossouw, Alick Athanaze, Jason Holder (c), Jyd Goolie, Abbas Afridi, Naseem Shah, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Waqar Salamkheil
Alex Hales, Colin Munro, Darren Bravo, Kieron Pollard, Andre Russell, Keacy Carty, Nathan Edward, Nicholas Pooran, Joshua Da Silva, Sunil Narine, Akeal Hosein, Mohammad Amir, Usman Tariq, Ali Khan, Yannic Cariah, Terrance Hinds, McKenny Clarke
Wicketkeepers: Andre Fletcher, Nicolas Pooran
Batsman: Evin Lewis, Alex Hales
All-rounders: Jason Holder, Kyle Mayers, Sunil Narine, Kieron polard, Andre Russell
Bowlers: Waqar Salamkheil, Akeal Hosein
Choice 1: Kyle Mayers (C), Nicolas Pooran (VC)
Choice 2: Kieron polard (C), Waqar Salamkheil (VC)
Dominic Drakes, Ashmead Nedd, Imad Wasim, Amir Jangoo
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