Antigua and Barbuda Falcons vs Trinbago Knight Riders, 7th Match

Date: 2025-08-20
Venue: Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua

Match Summary

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons defeated Trinbago Knight Riders by 8 runs in a thrilling T20 encounter. Fabian Allen’s explosive 45 off 20 balls and Imad Wasim’s composed 39* were instrumental in setting a competitive total of 167/6. Obed McCoy’s brilliant 4-wicket haul helped the Falcons defend the target despite Colin Munro’s fiery 44 off 18 for the Knight Riders. Player of the Match: Obed McCoy.

Detailed Match Highlights

First Innings: Antigua and Barbuda Falcons (167/6 in 20 overs)

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons batted first after Trinbago Knight Riders chose to bowl upon winning the toss. The Falcons innings saw an early struggle as the top order faltered:

• Jewel Andrew (22 off 25) and Rahkeem Cornwall (9 off 9) couldn't capitalize on their starts.
• Fabian Allen provided the much-needed impetus, smashing 45 runs off just 20 balls, including 3 fours and 3 sixes, at a strike-rate of 225.
• Imad Wasim (39* off 27, 1 four, 2 sixes) held the innings together in the middle and played a vital anchor role.
• Shamar Springer chipped in with a quick cameo of 10* off 5 balls towards the end.

Bowling Performance (TKR):

• Nathan Edwards (4-0-56-2) was expensive but picked up two key wickets.
• Usman Tariq (4-0-37-2) and Akeal Hosein (4-0-23-1) were economical, with Hosein maintaining an impressive economy of 5.8.
• Sunil Narine bowled an exceptional spell (4-0-17-0), keeping the Falcons in check during the middle overs.

Second Innings: Trinbago Knight Riders (159/6 in 20 overs)

Chasing 168, Trinbago Knight Riders got off to a flying start thanks to Colin Munro’s explosive 44 off 18 balls (8 fours, 1 six, SR 244.44). However, wickets fell at regular intervals, derailing their chase:

• Alex Hales (5 off 10) and Nicholas Pooran (10 off 14) struggled to build momentum.
• Keacy Carty (35 off 31, 3 fours, 2 sixes) and Kieron Pollard (43* off 28, 3 fours, 4 sixes) fought hard to keep the chase alive, with Pollard’s big hitting making the match exciting towards the end.
• Nathan Edwards (10* off 6, 1 six) supported Pollard at the death, but the target proved just out of reach.

Bowling Performance (ABF):

• Obed McCoy was the star with the ball, claiming 4 wickets for 39 runs in his 4 overs. His scalps included Munro, Hales, and Carty, which turned the match in favor of the Falcons.
• Rahkeem Cornwall (3-0-14-1) and Shakib Al Hasan (1-0-2-1) were economical and impactful with crucial wickets.

Key Performances:

• Batting:

  • Fabian Allen: 45 (20)
  • Imad Wasim: 39* (27)
  • Colin Munro: 44 (18)
  • Kieron Pollard: 43* (28)
  • Keacy Carty: 35 (31)

• Bowling:

  • Obed McCoy: 4-39 (4 wickets)
  • Rahkeem Cornwall: 3-14 (1 wicket)
  • Akeal Hosein: 4-23 (1 wicket)

• Fielding Highlights:

  • Usama Mir took 2 catches for the Falcons, including an important one to dismiss Munro.
  • Jewel Andrew had a fine outing behind the stumps, contributing to a stumping and a catch.

Match Insights

The match was a showcase of contrasting innings—Allen’s power-hitting and Imad’s maturity gave Antigua and Barbuda Falcons a solid total, while McCoy’s bowling brilliance made the difference in the second innings. Trinbago Knight Riders’ chase hinged on Munro and Pollard, but their inability to form large partnerships ultimately cost them the game.