CPL 2026: Qualifier 1, GAW vs ABF Match Prediction – Who will win today’s CPL match between Guyana Amazon Warriors vs Antigua and Barbuda Falcons?

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons (ABF) take on Guyana Amazon Warriors (GAW) in Qualifier 1 of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2026 at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados, on Thursday, September 17.

Guyana Amazon Warriors have been one of the stronger sides in the tournament and will look to secure a place in the CPL 2026 final with a win. They have several players in good form, with Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer providing plenty of firepower in the batting department. Imran Tahir and Shamar Joseph have also impressed with the ball.

Meanwhile, Antigua and Barbuda Falcons will be hoping to carry their recent momentum into the knockout stage. Hasan Nawaz and Evin Lewis have been among their leading run-scorers, while Alzarri Joseph and Joshua James have provided important breakthroughs with the ball.

GAW vs ABF: Match Details

Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados: Pitch Report

Kensington Oval has traditionally offered a competitive surface in T20 cricket, with batters able to score runs once they settle in. However, the pitch can also provide assistance to bowlers, particularly those who vary their pace and use the conditions effectively. Batters will need to spend some time in the middle before looking to accelerate.

GAW vs ABF: Head-to-Head Record in T20s

GAW vs ABF: Predicted Playing 11s

Guyana Amazon Warriors

Glenn Phillips, Mavendra Dindyal, Shai Hope(w), Shimron Hetmyer, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Quentin Sampson, Romario Shepherd, Dwaine Pretorius, Ronaldo Alimohamed, Veerasammy Permaul, Imran Tahir(c)

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons

Evin Lewis, Amir Jangoo(w), Karima Gore, Hasan Nawaz, Moeen Ali(c), Shadab Khan, Fabian Allen, Joshua James, Sufyan Moqim, Jayden Seales, Alzarri Joseph

GAW vs ABF: Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Shimron Hetmyer

Shimron Hetmyer has been in excellent form for Guyana Amazon Warriors in CPL 2026. The left-handed batter has scored 263 runs in 10 matches at an average of 37.57 and an impressive strike rate of 191.97. His ability to accelerate quickly in the middle overs makes him a key player for GAW in the knockout clash.

Probable Best Bowler: Alzarri Joseph

Alzarri Joseph has been one of the most effective bowlers for Antigua and Barbuda Falcons this season. The pacer has picked up 14 wickets in eight matches at an economy rate of 9.23 and a strike rate of 11.14. Joseph’s ability to provide crucial breakthroughs could be vital against a strong GAW batting lineup.

Today’s Match Prediction: Guyana Amazon Warriors to win the match