
Trinbago Knight Riders Extend Dominance in CPL 2025
Trinbago Knight Riders vs Guyana Amazon Warriors
Trinbago Knight Riders continued their unbeaten run in CPL 2025, securing their fourth consecutive win and fifth in six games. They opened up a two-point lead at the top of the leaderboard with a six-wicket victory over Guyana Amazon Warriors at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba.
Trinbago's Dominant Start
Trinbago opted to bowl, and their early strikes through Mohammad Amir and Akeal Hosein set the tone for the match. Amir dismissed Gudakesh Motie, while Hosein got Ben McDermott and Moeen Ali. Terrance Hinds then removed Shimron Hetmyer, leaving Guyana at 70/5.
Guyana's Late Surge
Shai Hope and Romario Shepherd briefly revived the innings, adding 38 runs before Shepherd was dismissed by Sunil Narine. Hope departed soon after, knocking over his stumps with a reverse-sweep attempt. Debutant Quentin Simpson and Dwayne Pretorius provided a late surge, adding 36 runs in two overs before Guyana was bowled out for 163/9.
Trinbago's Chase
Trinbago's chase began with a flying start, with Alex Hales and Colin Munro smashing 77 runs in the PowerPlay. Munro was dismissed by Imran Tahir, but Hales continued to dominate, scoring 74 off 43 balls. He was eventually dismissed by Tahir, but the chase was already sealed. Kieron Pollard and Andre Russell ensured a smooth finish, taking Trinbago home with 16 balls to spare.
Match Stats
- Guyana Amazon Warriors: 163/9 in 20 overs (Shai Hope 39; Akeal Hosein 3-27, Sunil Narine 1-17)
- Trinbago Knight Riders: 169/4 in 17.2 overs (Alex Hales 74, Colin Munro 52; Imran Tahir 4-27)