SLK vs ABF, 7th Match: Preview, Result & Highlights
The Caribbean Premier League keeps rolling and fans now look ahead to SLK vs ABF, 7th match in CPL 2026. St Lucia Kings host Antigua & Barbuda Falcons at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet on Friday 14 August. This night game forms a key early-season battle as both sides search for consistency after mixed starts. The venue and date set the stage for another exciting T20 contest under the lights.
CPL 2026 features seven teams this year and the schedule moves quickly across the islands. St Lucia Kings and Antigua & Barbuda Falcons already met once earlier in the tournament. That first clash went down to the final ball. Now they face each other again at home for the Kings. The match starts at 7:00 pm local time, which converts to 4:30 am IST on 15 August.
This article covers everything you need before the first ball. You will find the pitch report, weather notes, head-to-head record, team form, key players and probable line-ups. After the game finishes the result, highlights and top performers will update here so the full story stays in one place.
CPL 2026, 7th Match Overview
St Lucia Kings return home after a recent loss and want to bounce back in front of their supporters. Antigua & Barbuda Falcons also seek points after splitting their first two games. Both teams sit on two points from two matches so far. A win here will lift either side higher in the early points table.
The Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium has hosted many big T20 games. Night matches often produce good crowds and lively atmospheres. Captains will think carefully about the toss because conditions can change under lights.
SLK vs ABF, 7th Match Details
| Match | St Lucia Kings vs Antigua & Barbuda Falcons, 7th Match |
| Date | Friday, 14 August 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 pm local (4:30 am IST on 15 August) |
| Venue | Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, St Lucia |
| Tournament | Caribbean Premier League 2026 |
| Field Umpires | To be officially announced |
| TV Umpire | To be officially announced |
| Match Referee | To be officially announced |
Live Streaming & Live Score Info & Links
SLK vs ABF, 7th Match Live Streaming Info & Links
Official broadcast partners differ by region. In India the matches appear on Star Sports Network channels for television and on the FanCode app and website for streaming. In the Caribbean the Rush Live & Louder channel carries coverage. North American fans can follow on Willow TV. Some other territories receive the official CPL YouTube stream where rights allow. Always confirm the latest local listings because partners can update. Live scores and ball-by-ball updates will appear on major cricket platforms once play begins.
| Territory | Broadcaster / Live Streaming Platform |
|---|---|
| India (Linear) | JioStar |
| India Sub-Continent (Digital) | FanCode, YouTube |
| UK & Ireland | TNT |
| North America | Willow |
| Pakistan/Bangladesh | Tapmad & YouTube |
| New Zealand | Sky NZ & YouTube |
| Australia | Fox & YouTube |
| Guyana | E-Networks |
| Europe | Cricbuzz |
| Trinidad & Tobago | CNC3 |
| Middle East & North Africa | Cricbuzz |
| Pan-Caribbean | Rush Live & Louder |
| South East Asia | Cricbuzz |
| St Lucia | Winners Tv |
| Rest of the World | YouTube |
Live Score Info & Links
These are the main official or widely used platforms that will carry real-time scores, commentary, and scorecards of SLK vs ABF, 7th Match, CPL 2026:
- ESPNcricinfo live score page for this fixture
- Cricbuzz live scorecard
- Official CPL platforms/app where available
- FanCode (India streaming + scores)
- Willow TV (North America)
- Rush Live & Louder (Caribbean region)
- Flashscore (www.flashscore.com/cricket)
- Sofascore (www.sofacsore.com/cricket)
Live score link: St Lucia Kings vs Antigua & Barbuda Falcons
Pitch Report
The Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium usually offers a balanced surface for T20 cricket. Pacers often find some bounce and movement with the new ball. As the night goes on the pitch can slow down and help the spinners. Average first-innings totals in recent T20 games sit around the 150–170 range. Teams that bat first look to post a competitive score and then use the slower surface later.
Seamers who hit a good length early can take wickets. Spinners who vary their pace become important in the middle overs. Fielding sides that keep the ball dry and maintain pressure usually do well. Captains will weigh the toss carefully because dew can sometimes appear later in the evening and help the chasing team.
Weather Forecast
Gros Islet in mid-August typically stays warm and humid. Temperatures around the start time are expected near 27–29 °C. Skies should stay mostly clear or partly cloudy with only a small chance of brief showers. Wind can pick up near the coast and may help the faster bowlers. Players and umpires will watch for any late rain, yet the forecast currently points to a full game without major interruption.
Head-to-Head Record
St Lucia Kings hold a clear edge over Antigua & Barbuda Falcons in recent meetings. The Kings have won the last several completed contests between the two sides. Their earlier clash in this CPL 2026 season also went to the Kings by a narrow margin.
H2H Last 5 Matches
| Date | Winner | Margin | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug 2026 | St Lucia Kings | 4 runs | Arnos Vale Ground |
| 31 Aug 2025 | St Lucia Kings | 6 wickets | Daren Sammy Stadium |
| 17 Aug 2025 | No result | Abandoned | North Sound |
| 15 Sep 2024 | St Lucia Kings | 26 runs | Daren Sammy Stadium |
| 03 Sep 2024 | St Lucia Kings | 7 wickets | Daren Sammy Stadium |
Overall H2H Summary
St Lucia Kings lead the head-to-head with four wins from the last five completed games. Antigua & Barbuda Falcons are still searching for their first victory against the Kings in recent seasons. Home advantage at Gros Islet further strengthens the Kings’ position.
Team Form
St Lucia Kings began the season with a thrilling four-run win over the Falcons. They then suffered a five-wicket loss to St Kitts and Nevis Patriots at home. The side sits on two points from two games and will look to use home support to climb the table.
Antigua & Barbuda Falcons opened with a last-ball two-wicket victory against Jamaica Kingsmen. They then lost by four runs to the Kings in their second game. The Falcons also hold two points and need a strong performance on the road to keep pace with the early leaders.
Squads
St Lucia Kings Squad
Roston Chase, Jewel Andrew, Matthew Forde, Kamil Pooran, Darron Nedd, McKenny Clarke, Joshua Bishop, Damion Joachim, Keon Gaston, Amari Goodridge, Johann Jeremiah, Ackeem Auguste, Tim Seifert, Noor Ahmad, Maheesh Theekshana, Charith Asalanka, Shadley van Schalkwyk and Andries Gous.
Antigua & Barbuda Falcons Squad
Moeen Ali (captain), Alzarri Joseph, Evin Lewis, Fabian Allen, Jayden Seales, Amir Jangoo, Shamar Springer, Jahmar Hamilton, Rahkeem Cornwall, Anderson Phillip, Karima Gore, Anderson Mahase, Joshua James, Kusal Perera, Milind Kumar, Tajinder Singh, Shadab Khan, Sufyan Moqim, Tim Robinson, Usama Mir.
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Key Players to Watch
Key players to watch in SLK vs ABF, 7th match CPL 2026, are:
St Lucia Kings
- Andries Gous: Scored a powerful 82 in the earlier meeting and remains a big threat at the top.
- Roston Chase: Captain who contributes with both bat and useful off-spin.
- Maheesh Theekshana and Noor Ahmad: Mystery spinners who can control the middle overs.
- Matthew Forde: Pace option who can strike early and finish games.
Antigua & Barbuda Falcons
- Evin Lewis: Explosive opener who can change a game in the powerplay.
- Alzarri Joseph: Fast bowler capable of taking early wickets and bowling tight at the death.
- Rahkeem Cornwall and Fabian Allen: All-rounders who add depth with bat and ball.
- Moeen Ali: Experienced captain who can steady the middle order and bowl useful spin.
Probable Playing XI
| St Lucia Kings (probable) | Antigua & Barbuda Falcons (probable) |
|---|---|
| Andries Gous / Tim Seifert (wk) | Evin Lewis |
| Kamil Pooran | Rahkeem Cornwall |
| Ackeem Auguste | Tim Robinson |
| Roston Chase (c) | Tajinder Singh |
| Jewel Andrew / Charith Asalanka | Moeen Ali (c) |
| Darren Nedd | Fabian Allen |
| Shadley van Schalkwyk | Shamar Springer |
| Matthew Forde | Alzarri Joseph |
| Maheesh Theekshana | Jayden Seales |
| Noor Ahmad | Usama Mir / Shadab Khan |
| Joshua Bishop / McKenny Clarke | Jahmar Hamilton (wk) |
Toss Update
Saint Lucia Kings (SLK) won the toss and elected to bowl first.
Confirmed Playing XI
Here is SLK vs ABF, 7th match of CPL 2026 Playing XI:
Antigua and Barbuda Falcons (ABF)
- Rahkeem Cornwall
- Evin Lewis
- Tim Robinson
- Tajinder Singh
- Amir Jangoo †
- Moeen Ali (c)
- Fabian Allen
- Shamar Springer
- Joshua James
- Alzarri Joseph
- Jayden Seales
Saint Lucia Kings (SLK)
- Andries Gous †
- Roston Chase (c)
- Ackeem Auguste
- Jewel Andrew
- Charith Asalanka
- Matthew Forde
- Darren Nedd
- Shadley van Schalkwyk
- Joshua Bishop
- Khari Campbell
- Maheesh Theekshana
Match Summary
Antigua and Barbuda Falcons were sent in to bat after Saint Lucia Kings won the toss and elected to field. Falcons struggled throughout and were restricted to 98/9 in 19 overs when rain interrupted play. Matthew Forde was the standout bowler with 4/29.
Rain reduced the chase significantly. The final revised DLS target for Kings became 52 runs in 8 overs. Kings collapsed to 21/6 in the shortened chase but fought back. Matthew Forde (11) and Joshua Bishop (12*) guided them home, finishing at 54/7 in 7.4 overs.
Match Results
Saint Lucia Kings beat Antigua and Barbuda Falcons by 3 wickets (with 2 balls remaining – DLS method)
SLK vs ABF, 7th Match Final Scores
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| Antigua & Barbuda Falcons | 98/9 (19 overs) |
| Saint Lucia Kings | 54/7 (7.4 overs) |
| Target | 52 runs in 8 overs (DLS) |
Match Highlights
- Forde took two wickets in consecutive balls early in the Falcons’ innings (Lewis and Robinson).
- Falcons never recovered after losing early wickets and managed only 98/9.
- Rain interruptions revised the target multiple times, finally settling at 52 in 8 overs.
- Kings slumped to 21/6, with Shamar Springer (3/13) and Joshua James (2/13) causing major damage.
- Forde’s counter-attacking 11 (including a four and a six) and Bishop’s unbeaten 12 turned the match around.
- Kings reached the target with just 2 balls remaining in a tense finish.
Top Performers
Bowling
| Player | Team | Figures | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Forde | SLK | 4/29 (4) | Player of the Match – Match-winning spell |
| Shamar Springer | ABF | 3/13 (2) | Nearly defended the low total |
| Roston Chase | SLK | 2/7 (4) | Extremely economical |
| Joshua Bishop | SLK | 2/16 (4) | Key middle-overs wickets |
| Joshua James | ABF | 2/13 (1.4) | Piled pressure in the chase |
Batting
| Player | Team | Score | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Forde | SLK | 11 (7) | Crucial runs in the chase |
| Joshua Bishop | SLK | 12* (10) | Finished the job under pressure |
| Rahkeem Cornwall | ABF | 26 (17) | Top scorer for Falcons |
| Amir Jangoo | ABF | 23 (22) | Fought hard in the middle order |
Player of the Match: Matthew Forde (SLK) – 4/29 & 11 (7)
Points Table Impact
(After this match)
| Pos | Team | M | W | L | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saint Lucia Kings (SLK) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 4 | -0.232 |
| 2 | Guyana Amazon Warriors (GAW) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +2.479 |
| 3 | Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +1.267 |
| 4 | Barbados Tridents (BT) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +0.250 |
| 5 | St Kitts & Nevis Patriots | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -0.043 |
| 6 | Antigua & Barbuda Falcons | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -0.184 |
| 7 | Jamaica Kingsmen (JAK) | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | -1.000 |
Impact
- Antigua & Barbuda Falcons dropped to 6th after their second loss. and the other fixtures played on the same day.
- Saint Lucia Kings moved to the top of the table with 4 points from 3 matches.
