Vaibhav Mudgal
Their fixtures for the CPL 2024 include home matches at Warner Park Cricket Stadium, starting with a game against the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons on August 29. The Patriots will also face teams like the Trinbago Knight Riders, Saint Lucia Kings, Guyana Amazon Warriors, and Barbados Royals during the tournament.
The strongest teams include:
• Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR): They are considered a top contender, having retained key players like Kieron Pollard, DJ Bravo, Sunil Narine, and Andre Russell. New additions like Jason Roy and Josh Little further strengthen their squad.
• Guyana Amazon Warriors: With a strong record in previous seasons, they have retained significant players such as Shimron Hetmyer, Odean Smith, Romario Shepherd, and Imran Tahir. Their balanced team makes them a formidable opponent (the TK Riders).
• Barbados Royals: They have retained key players like Jason Holder, Quinton de Kock, David Miller, and Rahkeem Cornwall. The inclusion of international talents like Mahesh Theekshana and Keshav Maharaj boosts their lineup.
These teams have a blend of experienced international players and promising local talent, making them strong contenders in the CPL.
Key players to watch include:
• Imran Tahir (Guyana Amazon Warriors): Returning after leading the Warriors to their first title in 2023, Tahir remains a pivotal figure with his experience and spin prowess.
Shimron Hetmyer (Guyana Amazon Warriors): Known for his explosive batting, Hetmyer is expected to be a crucial player for the Warriors.
• Quinton de Kock (Barbados Royals): A top-tier wicketkeeper-batsman, De Kock’s performances are always highly anticipated.
• David Miller (Barbados Royals): A powerful hitter, Miller brings significant experience and firepower to the Royals
• Kieron Pollard (Trinbago Knight Riders): The all-rounder and seasoned captain is always a major influence in the league.
• Andre Russell (Trinbago Knight Riders): Known for his all-round abilities, Russell is a game-changer with both bat and ball.
• Wanindu Hasaranga (St Kitts & Nevis Patriots): The Sri Lankan all-rounder is one of the top spin bowlers in T20 cricket.
• Faf du Plessis (Saint Lucia Kings): With his leadership and batting skills, du Plessis is a key player for the Kings.
Trinbago Knight Riders
Strengths:
• Strong all-rounders
• Experienced batting lineup
• Quality spinner
Key Players:
• Kieron Pollard
• Andre Russell
• Sunil Narine
Guyana Amazon Warriors
Strengths:
• A balanced squad
• Strong local talent
• Effective spin attack
Key Players:
• ImraTahir
• Shimron Hetmyer
Romario Shepherd
Barbados Royals
Strengths:
• Explosive batting
• Solid all-rounders
• Experienced international stars
Key Players:
• Quinton de Kock
• David Miller
• Jason Holder
Jamaica Tallawahs
Strengths:
• Aggressive batting
• Strong fast bowlers
• Youthful ener
Key Players:
• Rovman Powell
Brandon King
• Chris Green
St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots
Strengths:
• Powerful hitters
• Diverse bowling attack
• Key international recruits
Key Players:
• Evin Lewis
• Wanindu Hasaranga
• Rilee Rossouw
Saint Lucia Kings
Strengths:
• Experienced leadership
• Strong batting core
• Versatile bowler
Key Players:
• Faf du Plessis
• Alzarri Joseph
• David Wiese
