Saint Lucia Kings vs Barbados Tridents Match 29 Full Commentary

Result · Sep 07 2026, Mon - 04:30 AM (IST)

Match 29, - Kensington Oval

139/2 (17.5)

SLK

138/6 (20.0)

Barbados Tridents beat Saint Lucia Kings by 8 wickets

CRR:7.79

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Mujeeb Ur Rahman

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We are back for Barbados Tridents' reply with the bat! The players have already taken over the field. Zachary Carter and Brandon King to open the innings for
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... THE RUN CHASE ...
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Easy chase? The tailenders chipped in some runs and batted their way to a respectable 138/6, setting up a chase that looks pretty easy for Barbados Tridents if they don't chip away early wickets to a bowling line of Saint Lucia Kings, which is in good form. Stick around with us as the second chapter will unfold sometime.
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Steady stands, no spark - The mid-innings saw steady partnerships, but not even one turned the intensity of the game. First, Kamil Pooran had a 47-run partnership with John Campbell and then captain Roston Chase filled in the shoes after Pooran's dismissal, but failed to get the better. Just when the Kings attempted to shift gears, Daniel Sams and Mujeeb struck back with vital breakthroughs in tandem, preventing any extended partnerships and restricting the run rate through the middle overs.
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Great start from the hosts - Opting to bowl first after winning the toss at the Kensington Oval, Barbados Tridents made excellent early use of the pitch to keep Saint Lucia Kings under strict control. Gudakesh Motie delivered an exceptional opening spell, removing Tim Seifert early and conceding minimal runs to leave the Kings struggling to build any initial momentum.
19.6

Short of a length, wide outside off, slower as well. Obus Pienaar spanks it to deep cover for a single.
19.5

DRAMA! Appeal for obstructing the field. Short outside off, a big swing and miss through to the keeper. Pienaar calls for a desperate bye, and McKenny takes off. De Kock fires a sharp underarm throw that hits McKenny on the run, and the Tridents go up in unison. The batter veered in his path, but the third umpire deems it unintentional.
19.4

Short, outside off, McKenny Clarke yet again swings to go big but misses.
19.3

SIX! BANG! Full-length delivery, outside off, McKenny Clarke clears the front foot and smokes it down the ground for half a dozen.
19.2

Full, outside off, McKenny Clarke swings and misses.
19.1

Full, outside off, Obus Pienaar eases it to cover for one.
18.6

Full, on middle, McKenny Clarke looks to go for a big swing, but gets the inside edge. The ball misses the stumps and rolls away to deep fine leg for a brace.
18.5

OUT! CAUGHT! Make it three for Mujeeb Ur Rahman. Full and darted in, on off, Forde is completely duped by the extra pace. He commits to the front foot and sky-hauls it straight down the ground. Rivaldo Clarke tracks it at mid-on, settles under the skier, and pouches a reliable catch
18.4

Full, outside off, Matthew Forde drives it to cover for a brace.
18.3

OUT! TAKEN! Mujeeb Ur Rahman gets his second one. Full outside off, a big wild swing across the line results in a high top-edge! It goes sky-high with zero distance. Skipper Green charges in from the ring, circles underneath, and calmly takes the catch. The captain leads from the front.
18.3

2 runs.
18.2

Much fuller, on off, Charith Asalanka drives it back to the bowler.
18.1

Fuller, angling down the leg side. Charith Asalanka comes down the track and looks to to flick it away, but wears on the pad.
17.6

Back of a length, wide outside off, Charith Asalanka slices it to deep backward point for one.
17.5

Yorker, on middle, Obus Pienaar jams it to long off for one.
17.4

Another chance goes begging! Back of a length outside off, pulled without any timing or control. Deep midwicket sprints in from the boundary, dives full-length, but the ball pops loose as he hits the turf. Almost a brilliant catch, but it goes abegging.
17.3

Much fuller, wide outside off, Charith Asalanka looks to dig it out but misses.
17.2

Back of a length, outside off, Obus Pienaar punches it to deep cover for another single.
17.1

Tight and full, on off, Charith Asalanka flicks it to deep square leg for one.
16.6

Short, outside off, Charith Asalanka slaps it to deep cover for one.
16.5

Much fuller, on middle, Obus Pienaar jams it to mid-wicket for one.
16.4

Short, outside off, Charith Asalanka slaps it to deep cover for one.
16.3

Short, just outside off, Obus Pienaar slaps it down to deep cover for one.
16.2

Fuller, on middle, Obus Pienaar flicks it to sqaure leg and gets a couple.
16.1

Short, outside off, Charith Asalanka slaps it to deep cover for a single.

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Signing off from Barbados - That wraps up a clinical eight-wicket victory for the Barbados Tridents. The CPL takes a one-day breather before the action returns on Wednesday, September 9, with the Guyana Amazon Warriors taking on the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons at 11 pm GMT. Be sure to tune in early for the toss, pitch report, and all the pre-match build-up. Until then, goodbye and take care from everyone in the commentary box!
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The captain of Barbados Tridents - Chris Green says that he is happy with the win. He credits the bowling unit's sharp execution and specifically praises youngster Jakeem Pollard for handling the pressure and seizing his opportunity at home. Green also commends Rivaldo Clarke and Quinton de Kock for smartly pacing the chase and seeing the team over the line. Finally, he thanks the energetic home crowd and emphasizes that winning at least two of their final three games is the key to qualifying for the home finals.
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The captain of Saint Lucia Kings - Roston Chase says that they fell a few runs short. Reflecting on back-to-back defeats, Chase stresses the need to seize key moments and sustain momentum rather than letting opponents back into the contest. Looking ahead to their must-win clash in Guyana, he expects a spin-friendly surface and plans to adapt their strategy accordingly. On captaining against his home nation of Barbados, he notes that in franchise cricket, his focus and loyalty remain entirely with St Lucia.
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Player of the Match - Mujeeb Ur Rahman is the Player of the Match for his excellent bowling figures of 4-0-22-3. He credits his performance to sticking to the basics. He explains that his main plan is to target the stumps and bowl a disciplined good length, even with a wet ball affecting his grip. On his fourth visit to the Caribbean, Mujeeb shares how much he loves playing in the region and soaking in the lively atmosphere. He wraps up by thanking the Barbados fans for turning up in great numbers and cheering the team on.
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Presentations coming up...
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De Kock and Clarke seal the deal - Any hopes of a St Lucia comeback were emphatically extinguished by a match-winning, unbroken 76-run stand between Rivaldo Clarke and Quinton de Kock. Clarke played the anchor role to perfection with a sensible 36, while de Kock turned on the style, striking an explosive unbeaten 47 off 31 balls. The duo navigated the target effortlessly, steering Barbados Tridents over the line at 139/2 in 17.5 overs to wrap up a dominant night.
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Carter and King set the early pace - Needing 139 for victory, the Tridents hit the ground running inside the powerplay. Brandon King set the tone with a composed 22, while Zachary Carter capitalized on two dropped chances to unleash a brisk 32. St Lucia skipper Roston Chase struck back to dismiss King, and Joshua Bishop rattled Carter's stumps soon after to leave the Tridents at 63/2, briefly injecting tension into the contest.
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Bowlers stifle Kings in the first innings - Sent in to bat first, St Lucia Kings struggled to break free against a disciplined Tridents attack. Tim Seifert fell early, and while a 47-run partnership between Kamil Pooran and John Campbell offered stability, the innings failed to kick into high gear. Roston Chase fought hard with 34, but the batters consistently came unstuck against spin and pace-off deliveries. Mujeeb Ur Rahman starred with 3 for 22, well supported by Daniel Sams 2/20, holding the Kings to an underwhelming 138/6 in their 20 overs.
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Tridents reign supreme at home - Barbados Tridents delivered a clinical all-round performance to register a resounding eight-wicket victory over the St Lucia Kings. After Chris Green's bowling attack tied the Kings down to a sub-par total, the Tridents' top and middle order tackled the chase with total composure. The hosts dictated the tempo from ball one, chasing down the target with 13 balls to spare to give the home crowd plenty to cheer about.
17.5

That will do! Slightly down the leg side, Quinton de Kock helps it to fine leg for a single. Barbados Tridents win by 8 wickets!
17.4

FOUR! Scores are level now! Full and outside off, Quinton de Kock latches onto it and chips it magnificently over mid off for a boundary. Quinton de Kock moves to 46 now. Can he get to his half century?

17.3

SIX! That is huge from Quinton de Kock! Back of a length, on leg, Quinton de Kock stays in his crease and pulls it all the way over deep backward square leg as the ball sails into the stands. Barbados Tridents are just one big shot away from the win now.
17.2

Nice and full, on off, Rivaldo Clarke eases it to mid on for a single.
17.1

FOUR! That's a poor delivery! Back of a length, on leg, Rivaldo Clarke swivels and pulls it over backward square leg for a boundary.
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Barbados Tridents need 16 runs in 18 balls now. Some quick wickets can still get the Saint Lucia Kings back into the game. Amari Goodridge comes into the attack now.
16.6

Flatter, on leg, Rivaldo Clarke tucks it to mid-wicket for a single.
16.5

A bit short, on off, Rivaldo Clarke blocks it to cover.
16.4

Short and wide, Quinton de Kock slaps it through covers for a single.
16.3

Flatter, outside off, Quinton de Kock fends it to the off side.
16.2

Fullish, on off, Quinton de Kock tucks it to mid-wicket for a brace. Excellent running between the wickets.
16.1

Short, on off, Quinton de Kock taps it back to the bowler.

15.6

FOUR! That's a nice shot! Short, on middle and leg, Rivaldo Clarke rocks back and pulls it powerfully through mid-wicket as the ball races away. Just 20 more runs needed now.
15.5

Full and straight, Quinton de Kock pushes it through mid off for a single.
15.4

SIX! That goes into the stands! Short, on off, Quinton de Kock rocks back and powers it magnificently over wide long on for a biggie. A 50-run partnership comes up between Quinton de Kock and Rivaldo Clarke now.
15.3

A bit short, on off, Rivaldo Clarke punches it to cover for a single.
15.2

Quicker, on leg, Rivaldo Clarke tucks it through mid-wicket for a brace.
15.1

Short, on off, Quinton de Kock chips it over mid on for a single.
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Barbados Tridents need 35 runs in 30 balls now. Roston Chase returns.
14.6

SIX! A much-needed six for Rivaldo Clarke! Loopy, on off, Rivaldo Clarke moves forward and powers it downtown and over long off for a huge six. 100 comes up for Barbados Tridents.
14.5

Short, on off, Quinton de Kock knocks it to mid on for a single.

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