ABF vs SLK Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - CPL 2025, Match 5

The 5th match of CPL 2025 will witness a clash between the Antigua & Barbuda Falcons (ABF) & Saint Lucia Kings (SLK). The game will take place at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound, Antigua. Indian spectators will be able to enjoy this match at 4:30 AM on Monday, August 18th. With this article, we will see how to play Dream11 for the ABF vs SLK to help you with a better understanding of a fantasy game.

ABF vs SLK Match Preview

Antigua & Barbuda Falcons are currently standing in the 3rd position of the points table with 2 points, as they have played two games so far in the league, winning one and losing one. In their most recent match against the Barbados Royals, the Falcons showcased a strong performance, chasing down the target comfortably. Top-order batters like Karima Gore and Jewel Andrew have been key players for the team, providing stability and explosive hitting in crucial moments. On the other hand, Saint Lucia Kings are yet to play their first game of the 2025 edition of CPL.

The Falcons will be led by the Pakistan bowling all-rounder Imad Wasim, while Saint Lucia Kings will be led by the dynamic all-rounder David Wiese. Fans are eagerly excited for this game and ABF vs SLK Dream11 team.

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons vs Saint Lucia Kings Match Details

ABF vs SLK Dream11 Team Today Stats

• Antigua & Barbuda Falcons' Karima Gore was the standout player for his team in their previous match. He scored an impressive 64 runs off 53 balls, including 3 fours and 2 sixes. Jewel Andrew also played a crucial role, scoring 28 runs off 25 balls, while Rahkeem Cornwall contributed with the ball, taking 2 wickets in 3 overs.
• The stats of the players from Saint Lucia Kings are not available, as this game will be their first match of the 2025 CPL season. Fans will be keeping an eye on top performers like Tim Seifert, Johnson Charles, Tim David, and David Wiese, who are expected to make an impact in this clash.

ABF vs SLK Injury Updates

As of now, there is no information regarding injuries from either (ABF vs SLK Dream11 prediction) team. All players are fit for playing 11 of Antigua & Barbuda Falcons or Saint Lucia Kings, which makes this match even more exciting. Fans can expect their favorite players and top performers from previous games to feature in the ABF vs SLK Playing 11 of both teams.

ABF vs SLK Toss Prediction

We can expect the Antigua & Barbuda Falcons skipper, Imad Wasim, to win the toss in the 5th game of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025 against the Saint Lucia Kings and will most likely bowl first. The Kings have some quality bowlers like David Wiese, Alzarri Joseph, and Tabraiz Shamsi, which makes it favorable for the Falcons to chase a target on this venue. Considering the conditions at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, opting to bowl after winning the toss seems to be the most strategic decision for this clash.

Record of Chasing Teams at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium

The chasing record of the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound, Antigua, shows a clear advantage for teams bowling first. In the T20 format, a total of 12 matches have been played on this ground, where only 2 matches (16%) were won by the team batting first, while 10 matches (84%) were won by the team chasing. This makes the average chasing record at this venue 84%, indicating that teams chasing the target have a strong edge in this ground.

ABF vs SLK Dream11 Prediction Playing 11

Both teams have dynamic batters and incredible bowlers, who are well-deserved to be included in the playing 11 of their respective teams, and can lead their team to a victory single-handedly with their all-round performances. The match will also see Shakib Al Hasan, who is one of the best all-rounders in the world, showcase his skills. Let's take a probable playing 11 of Antigua & Barbuda Falcons and Saint Lucia Kings.

Antigua & Barbuda Falcons Probable Playing 11

Jewel Andrew (wk), Rahkeem Cornwall, Karima Gore, Bevon Jacobs, Shakib Al Hasan, Fabian Allen, Imad Wasim (c), Odean Smith, AM Ghazanfar, Jayden Seales, Obed McCoy

Saint Lucia Kings Probable Playing 11

Tim Seifert (wk), Johnson Charles, Roston Chase, Aaron Jones, Tim David, David Wiese (c), Delano Potgieter, Alzarri Joseph, Khary Pierre, Tabraiz Shamsi, Matthew Forde

Highest Run Scorer and Highest Wicket Taker

• Karima Gore will be the highest run scorer from the Antigua & Barbuda Falcons, as he scored an outstanding 64 runs* in the last game, making him a key player for this match.
• Rahkeem Cornwall is likely to be the highest wicket taker from his team, as he took 2 crucial wickets in the previous match, making him a player to watch in this clash.

ABF vs SLK Captain and Vice-Captain Choices

• Rahkeem Cornwall and Karima Gore are suitable captain choices, as both players are experienced and consistent performers for the Falcons, and are likely to earn high Dream11 points.
• Imad Wasim and Fabian Allen are good vice-captain options, as both are all-rounders who can change the course of the match with bat or ball.

Top Picks for ABF vs SLK Dream11 Prediction

Tim David and David Wiese are the top picks for your ABF vs SLK Dream11 match prediction, as both players are experienced batting all-rounders for Antigua & Barbuda Falcons and have already shown their form in this season. Their consistent performances and ability to contribute with both bat and ball make them players to watch in this upcoming clash.

Budget Picks for ABF vs SLK Dream11 Prediction

Imad Wasim and Fabian Allen are the top budget picks for your ABF vs SLK Dream11 match prediction, as both are valuable all-rounders for their team. With their ability to score quick runs and pick crucial wickets, especially in the T20 format, they are ideal options for maximizing points in a Dream11 team.

ABF vs SLK Dream11 Prediction Grand Contest

• Keeper: T Seifert
• Batters: Rahkeem Cornwall, T David
• All-Rounders: Shakib Al Hasan, Fabian Allen, Imad Wasim, R Chase
• Bowlers: T Shamsi, Karima Gore (C), AM Ghazanfar, D Wiese (VC)

ABF vs SLK Dream11 Prediction Head to Head

• Keeper: T Seifert
• Batters: Rahkeem Cornwall (C), T David
• All-Rounders: Shakib Al Hasan, Fabian Allen, Imad Wasim, R Chase (VC)
• Bowlers: T Shamsi, Karima Gore, AM Ghazanfar, A Joseph

ABF vs SLK Dream11 Prediction Today (Match 5) CPL 2025 Players to Avoid

Jewel Andrew and Bevon Jacobs are the players who could be avoided for your ABF vs SLK Dream11 prediction team, as both players are not rated highly among the top picks in Dream11, and compared to their other teammates, they can be overlooked in this upcoming match.

ABF vs SLK Weather & Pitch Report of Sir Vivian Richards Stadium

The 5th game of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025 between Antigua & Barbuda Falcons & Saint Lucia Kings is expected to be played under mostly favorable conditions, with only a slight chance of rain in the morning and an average temperature of 29–32°C.

The pitch of the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound, Antigua, is generally balanced; pacers might get some early movement in the first few overs, while spinners can be effective in the middle overs. As the match progresses, the pitch tends to become better for batting once the players settle in. One can expect an average score of around 152–155 runs on this ground.

ABF vs SLK Head-to-Head Records

If we look at the head-to-head record of the Antigua & Barbuda Falcons vs the Saint Lucia Kings, both teams have faced each other twice, where the Saint Lucia Kings have dominated their clashes, as the Kings have won both of their encounters. This makes their head-to-head battle one-sided, with the score of 0-2 in favor of SLK.

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