The sixth match of Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2026 pits the struggling Jamaica Kingsmen against the formidable Guyana Amazon Warriors at Sabina Park, Kingston, on Thursday, August 13, 2026. With the Kingsmen desperate to turn their campaign around after consecutive losses and the Warriors yet to play in this edition, this fixture carries significant momentum implications for both sides.
Sabina Park has historically been a balanced surface with a slight edge to batters in T20 cricket. The average first-innings score at this venue in recent T20 matches sits around 165-178 runs, with teams batting first winning approximately 50% of encounters. The pitch typically offers good carry and bounce early on, with spinners coming into play during the middle overs as the surface wears.
Weather conditions in Kingston for match day are forecast to be mostly sunny with temperatures hovering around 27-29°C and humidity near 78%. There is a 56-60% chance of rain, which could play a role if clouds gather during the evening session. The overcast conditions may assist swing bowlers early, making the toss potentially crucial—captains winning the duel could opt to bowl first to exploit any moisture in the air.
This match holds critical importance for Jamaica Kingsmen, who have lost both of their opening fixtures in CPL 2026 and sit at the bottom of the points table with zero points. A victory here would not only halt their losing streak but also inject much-needed confidence into a squad featuring power hitters like Andre Russell and Rovman Powell.
GAW vs JKM Match Details
Match / League / Season: Jamaica Kingsmen vs Guyana Amazon Warriors
Date: Thursday, August 13, 2026
Time: 8:00 PM EDT (Local Time) / 5:30 AM IST (Friday, August 14)
Venue: Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica
CPL 2026 Live Streaming info
Free Streaming: CPL T20 Official Website & App (free live stream in select Caribbean territories)
- Pakistan: Free Streaming: ARY ZAP, Tamasha
- India: Free Streaming: JioCinema, Disney+ Hotstar (select promotions)
- United Kingdom: Free Streaming: BBC iPlayer (selected matches), Sky Sports highlights
- United States & Canada: Free Streaming: Willow TV (via Fubo/Sling free trial), ICC.tv (unsold regions)
- Australia: Free 7plus, Kayo Freebies
- South Africa: Free Streaming: SABC+
- Bangladesh: Free Streaming: Toffee, Rabbithole BD
- Sri Lanka: Dialog ViU, SLRC digital
Live Streaming Info:
The CPL T20 2026 will be live on CPL T20 Live.
WILLOW HD will be live.
Live Score Info:
Jamaica Kingsmen vs Guyana Amazon Warriors, 6th T20 Match: ESPN and Cricbuzz have live scores.
Probable Playing XIs
Jamaica Kingsmen Probable XI: Shayan Jahangir (wk), Reeza Hendricks, Shaqkere Parris, Keacy Carty, Rovman Powell (c), Andre Russell, Odean Smith, Keemo Paul, Hassan Khan, Jeavor Royal, Hunain Shah
Guyana Amazon Warriors Probable XI: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Shai Hope, Shimron Hetmyer, Glenn Phillips, Mohammad Nabi, Romario Shepherd, Dwaine Pretorius, Veerasammy Permaul, Khary Pierre, Imran Tahir (c), Shamar Joseph
For Guyana Amazon Warriors, this is their first outing of the tournament, giving them a fresh start. The Warriors, who reached eight CPL finals before finally clinching their maiden title in 2023, boast a well-balanced squad led by experienced campaigner Imran Tahir. With match-winners like Shimron Hetmyer, Shai Hope, Romario Shepherd, and overseas stars Mohammad Nabi and Glenn Phillips, GAW will look to start their campaign with a commanding performance.
Head-to-Head Record
Historically, Guyana Amazon Warriors have dominated this fixture. In their last 10 CPL meetings, the Warriors lead 7-3 against Jamaica (formerly Tallawahs, now Kingsmen). The most recent encounter saw Guyana thrash Jamaica by 81 runs in a Qualifier 2 match in September 2023, posting 218/6 before restricting Jamaica to just 137/10.
However, in CPL 2026 specifically, this will be the first meeting between the two sides, making the head-to-head record for this season 0-0.
Team Analysis
Jamaica Kingsmen
Strengths: Explosive batting depth with Andre Russell, Rovman Powell, and Keemo Paul capable of changing games in overs 16-20. The presence of all-rounders provides flexibility in team composition.
Weaknesses: Inconsistent top order and a bowling attack that has struggled to defend totals in the early matches. The Kingsmen have conceded 200+ scores in recent outings, indicating issues with death bowling.
Key Players: Andre Russell (power-hitting and pace), Rovman Powell (captain and finisher), Keacy Carty (top-order stability), and Jeavor Royal (leg-spin option).
Recent Form: Lost both opening matches, including a heavy defeat to Barbados Tridents where they conceded 206/3.
Guyana Amazon Warriors
Strengths: Balanced squad with experienced internationals across all departments. Strong middle order with Hetmyer, Hope, and Phillips, complemented by quality spin options in Tahir, Nabi, and Permaul.
Weaknesses: As this is their first match of the season, match sharpness could be a concern early on.
Key Players: Imran Tahir (captain and leg-spin), Shimron Hetmyer (aggressive top-order batter), Shai Hope (anchor and wicketkeeper), Romario Shepherd (death-hitting all-rounder), and Mohammad Nabi (off-spin and finishing ability).
Recent Form: Fresh start in CPL 2026, but historically strong performers with a title-winning pedigree.
Guyana Amazon Warriors enter this fixture as clear favorites based on squad depth, recent head-to-head dominance, and Jamaica’s poor start to the tournament. The Warriors’ balanced attack—featuring quality spin and pace—should exploit any assistance from the Sabina Park surface, while their batting lineup has the firepower to post or chase a competitive total.
Jamaica Kingsmen will need their power hitters to fire early and their bowlers to execute under pressure if they are to avoid a third consecutive defeat. However, unless the Kingsmen’s top order provides a solid platform, the Warriors’ experience and depth should see them through.
Guyana Amazon Warriors to win by 15-25 runs or 5-7 wickets, depending on toss and conditions.