PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD – The Antigua & Barbuda Falcons solidified their top spot in the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2026 standings on Wednesday night, handing the Trinbago Knight Riders an 8-run defeat in front of a passionate home crowd at the Queen’s Park Oval.
Batting first, the Falcons launched an aggressive attack during the PowerPlay, spearheaded by an energetic opening effort from Rahkeem Cornwall. Following Cornwall’s dismissal, Hasan Nawaz anchored the innings with a sensational 76 off 48 balls. Supported by skipper Moeen Ali’s unbeaten 32, Nawaz propelled the Falcons to a formidable total of 183 for 4 in their 20 overs.
In response, the Knight Riders faltered early against a disciplined bowling display from Player of the Match Rahkeem Cornwall, who dismantled TKR’s top order with brilliant figures of 3 for 17.
Kieron Pollard (41) and Joshua Da Silva (54*) provided a spirited middle-order fightback, constructing a 55-run partnership to keep home fans hopeful down the stretch. Despite a late flurry of boundaries—including a final-ball six from Da Silva—the required rate proved too steep, leaving the Knight Riders restricted to 175 for 7.
Match Summary:
Antigua & Barbuda Falcons: 183/4 (20 Overs)
Hasan Nawaz 76, Moeen Ali 32*
Justin Greaves 1/31, Akeal Hosein 1/35, Lahiru Kumara 1/34
Trinbago Knight Riders: 175/7 (20 Overs)
Joshua Da Silva 54*, Kieron Pollard 41
Rahkeem Cornwall 3/17, Joshua James 2/40
Result: Antigua & Barbuda Falcons won by 8 runs
Player of the Match: Rahkeem Cornwall
