by Vidia Ramphal
The 2025 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) has entered its decisive phase, and two teams have firmly pulled ahead: the Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) and the Saint Lucia Kings (SLK).
In a week defined by six-hitting carnivals, dramatic chases, and record-breaking feats, both sides have stamped their authority on the tournament—leaving rivals scrambling as the playoff picture starts to take shape.
Match Highlights – Week 3
Match 13 (Aug 26) – Guyana Amazon Warriors vs St Lucia Kings
- Result: SLK won by 4 wickets
- Key Performers: Ackeem Auguste (73 off 35), Tim Seifert, Tim David
- Romario Shepherd’s 73 couldn’t save GAW as SLK chased down 202 with 11 balls to spare.
Match 14 (Aug 27) – Antigua & Barbuda Falcons vs Trinbago Knight Riders
- Result: TKR won by 8 wickets
- Key Performers: Mohammad Amir (early wickets), Alex Hales (50), Kacey Carty (60)
- TKR comfortably chased 147/2 to register their first ever home win vs the Falcons.
Match 15 (Aug 28) – St Lucia Kings vs St Kitts & Nevis Patriots
- Result: SLK won by 7 wickets
- Key Performers: Johnson Charles, Tim Seifert
- A 72-run Powerplay blitz helped SLK chase 177 with 18 balls left. Patriots sank to 5 losses in 7 games.
Match 16 (Aug 29) – Barbados Royals vs Trinbago Knight Riders
- Result: TKR won by 7 wickets
- Key Performers: Colin Munro (67), Nicholas Pooran (65*), Andre Russell (3/37)
- Royals’ winless run continued as TKR stormed to the top of the table.
Match 17 (Aug 30) – Guyana Amazon Warriors vs Trinbago Knight Riders
- Result: TKR won by 6 wickets
- Key Performers: Alex Hales (74), Colin Munro (52), Imran Tahir (4 wickets)
- A 116-run opening stand powered TKR to another convincing chase.
Match 18 (Aug 31) – Antigua & Barbuda Falcons vs St Lucia Kings
- Result: SLK won by 6 wickets
- Key Performer: Tim Seifert (record-equalling 125*)
- Falcons’ 204 wasn’t enough as Seifert lit up the tournament with one of the finest CPL knocks.
Match 19 (Sep 1) – Trinbago Knight Riders vs St Kitts & Nevis Patriots
- Result: TKR won by 12 runs (secured playoff spot)
- Key Performers: Nicholas Pooran (52), Kieron Pollard (65 off 29, 7 sixes), Usman Tariq & Jayden Edward (timely wickets)
- Pollard’s fireworks sealed TKR’s place in the CPL 2025 playoffs.
Points Table (After Week 3)
| Position | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trinbago Knight Riders | 12 |
| 2 | St Lucia Kings | 10 |
| 3 | Antigua & Barbuda Falcons | 7 |
| 4 | Guyana Amazon Warriors | 4 |
| 5 | St Kitts & Nevis Patriots | 4 |
| 6 | Barbados Royals | 1 |
Top Performers – Week 3
Most Runs
- Colin Munro (TKR) – 352
- Andre Fletcher (SKNP) – 290
- Tim Seifert (SLK) – 277
- Kieron Pollard (TKR) – 223
- Karima Gore (ABF) – 218
Most Wickets
- Imran Tahir (GAW) – 12
- Mohammad Amir (TKR) – 11
- Waqar Salamkheil (SKNP) – 11
- Jason Holder (SKNP) – 10
- Usman Tariq (TKR) – 9
Highest Individual Scores
- Tim Seifert (SLK) – 125*
- Colin Munro (TKR) – 120
- Shai Hope (GAW) – 82
Six-Hitters Club
- Kieron Pollard (TKR) – 20
- Tim Seifert (SLK) – 17
- Jason Holder (SKNP) – 16
Key Trends Emerging
- Explosive Opening Stands: Hales/Munro (TKR) and Seifert/Charles (SLK) are breaking matches open inside the Powerplay.
- Game-Changing Middle Order: Pollard, Pooran, and Seifert are redefining CPL finishing power.
- Spin Matters: Imran Tahir, Shamsi, and Akeal Hosein continue to strangle teams in middle overs.
- Chasing Confidence: 160–200 runs is no longer “safe”—experienced batters are backing themselves under lights.
Talking Points
- Seifert vs Pollard: Their record knocks are setting the CPL alight.
- TKR Fortress: Four straight home wins make them the team to beat.
- Kings Consistency: Three wins on the trot showcase adaptability.
- Underperformers: Royals remain winless, Patriots struggle for cohesion.
Upcoming Fixtures
- 3 Sept: TKR vs St Lucia Kings – Trinidad
- 4 Sept: Royals vs Amazon Warriors – Barbados
- 5 Sept: Royals vs Falcons – Barbados
- 6 Sept: Warriors vs TKR – Guyana
- 7 Sept: Royals vs Kings – Barbados
- 7 Sept: Warriors vs Patriots – Guyana
Verdict
Week 3 of CPL 2025 proved that star power and early momentum are defining this season. With TKR already through to the playoffs and the Saint Lucia Kings looking unstoppable, the league is heading toward a blockbuster finish.
As the caravan shifts to Barbados and Guyana, the fight for the final playoff spots intensifies. One thing is certain: Week 4 promises fireworks, drama, and maybe the most thrilling CPL climax yet.
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