The 25th match of the Caribbean Premier League 2026 sees St Kitts and Nevis Patriots host Saint Lucia Kings in another important fixture at Warner Park. The game is scheduled to take place on Thursday, September 3, 2026, under the floodlights in Basseterre, St Kitts. The action gets underway at 7:00 PM local time, which translates to a 4:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST) start on Friday, September 4, 2026, giving global fans an early-morning window to catch this key Caribbean clash.
St Kitts and Nevis Patriots have endured a difficult campaign so far, sitting fifth in the points table with two wins from seven matches. With the tournament entering a crucial stage, the Patriots will be eager to turn things around on home soil, relying on the batting of Andre Fletcher, Johnson Charles, and Jason Holder, alongside the spin of Wanindu Hasaranga and Dasun Shanaka.
Saint Lucia Kings arrive at Warner Park in a much stronger position, sitting third in the standings with four wins from seven games. Another victory would strengthen their push toward the knockout stage. The Kings have looked balanced across the season, with a top order capable of quick starts and a varied spin-heavy bowling attack that has troubled opposition batting line-ups throughout CPL 2026.
Warner Park in Basseterre has generally offered a balanced surface in T20 cricket, with short square boundaries rewarding aggressive batting while also giving spinners something to work with as the pitch slows through the middle overs. The side winning the toss will likely consider bowling first, as dew tends to develop later in the evening and can ease second-innings chases.
Skies over Basseterre are projected to remain mostly clear with scattered clouds and a minimal threat of rain. Temperatures will hover around 28°C with high tropical humidity and gentle coastal breezes that could offer early assistance to the new-ball bowlers.
SKNP vs SLK Match Details
Match: 25th Match, Caribbean Premier League (CPL) Date: September 3, 2026 Time: 7:00 PM Local Time (AST) / 4:30 AM IST (September 4) Venue: Warner Park Sporting Complex, Basseterre, St Kitts and Nevis
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:
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Head-to-Head Record
St Kitts and Nevis Patriots and Saint Lucia Kings have met regularly across CPL seasons, including an earlier meeting this season in Gros Islet where the Kings got the better of the Patriots. The two franchises have produced competitive, closely fought contests over the years, with home conditions often playing a meaningful role in the outcome.
Recent Form: Saint Lucia Kings head into this game in much better form, sitting third in the table with four wins from seven matches, while the Patriots occupy fifth spot with two wins from seven and will be looking for a much-needed turnaround at home.
Team Analysis
St Kitts and Nevis Patriots
The Patriots’ strength lies in their all-round balance, with Jason Holder, Wanindu Hasaranga, and Dasun Shanaka all capable of contributing with both bat and ball. Andre Fletcher and Johnson Charles give the top order a solid platform, while Naseem Shah and Obed McCoy provide pace options with the new ball. Their challenge this season has been converting good starts into match-winning totals, an area they will look to address in front of their home crowd.
Saint Lucia Kings
The Kings’ biggest asset is their well-balanced squad, with a top order capable of quick starts and a bowling attack that leans heavily on quality spin to control the middle overs. Their consistency across the season has kept them firmly in playoff contention, and they will look to carry that momentum into a tricky away fixture at Warner Park.
Probable Playing XIs
Probable XI (St Kitts and Nevis Patriots): Andre Fletcher (wk), Johnson Charles, Kyle Mayers, Dasun Shanaka, Jason Holder (c), Wanindu Hasaranga, Waqar Salamkheil, Navin Bidaisee, Obed McCoy, Naseem Shah, Ashmead Nedd
Probable XI (Saint Lucia Kings): Top order, middle order, and bowling combination to be confirmed closer to the toss, with the side expected to lean on its settled core from earlier in the season
Saint Lucia Kings go into this contest as the side in form, sitting comfortably in the top half of the table, while St Kitts and Nevis Patriots will need a big home performance to keep their qualification hopes alive. On current form, the Kings hold a slight edge, though home advantage at Warner Park gives the Patriots every chance of springing an upset.