The Caribbean Premier League 2025 has been a rollercoaster, and fittingly, the final features two of the most consistent and celebrated franchises: Guyana Amazon Warriors (GAW) vs Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR), meeting in the final match of CPL 2025. Here, let’s break down the analysis, Head-to-Head record pitch report, and the GAW vs TKR final match prediction.
GAW vs TKR Final Match Info:
| Match | GAW vs TKR, Final, Caribbean Premier League 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | Monday, September 22, 2025 |
| Time | 5:30 AM (Sep 22) |
| Venue | Providence Stadium, Guyana |
Recap Of GAW and TKR in CPL 2025
The Guyana Amazon Warriors had a perfectly balanced season. With Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer anchoring the top order, they built stable in the team. Romario Shepherd and Moeen Ali stepped up as all-rounders, helping the team seal tight matches. Imran Tahir’s brilliant spin bowling in the middle overs made it strong for opponents to score, turning Guyana into a well-rounded and challenging side.
Meanwhile, the Trinbago Knight Riders stormed into the final with an attacking attitude. Nicholas Pooran and Alex Hales gave them explosive starts, setting the pace early on. Kieron Pollard and Andre Russell brought sheer power, finishing games with crushing blows. Their spin bowlers — Sunil Narine and Akeal Hosein — controlled the game on turning pitches, while their pace bowlers kept their nerve in the tense final moments. Both teams showed incredible composure in high-pressure knockout matches, setting the stage for a thrilling final.
Probable Playing XIs (Final)
Based on current form, squad announcements, and recent probable XIs in knockout matches, here are two likely starting XIs for both teams in a Final clash.
Guyana Amazon Warriors
| Role | Player |
|---|---|
| Captain / Lower order all-rounder | Imran Tahir (c) |
| Openers | Ben McDermott; Quentin Sampson |
| Top/Middle order | Shimron Hetmyer; Shai Hope (wk); Shamarh Brooks |
| All-rounders / Finisher roles | Moeen Ali; Dwaine Pretorius |
| Pace / Spin bowling attack | Romario Shepherd; Gudakesh Motie; Shamar Joseph; plus Imran Tahir as main spinner |
Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR)
| Role | Player |
|---|---|
| Captain / WK / Aggressive batter | Nicholas Pooran (c/wk) |
| Openers / Top order threats | Alex Hales; Colin Munro |
| Middle order power hitters | Kieron Pollard; Andre Russell; Keacy Carty |
| Spin & all-round support | Sunil Narine; Akeal Hosein |
| Pace / Death overs bowlers | Mohammad Amir; Ali Khan; Usman Tariq |
Top Key Players of the Match
Probable Top batter performer: Nicholas Pooran
Probable Top bowling performer: Imran Tahir
GAW vs TKR final match prediction: Who Will win the CPL 2025
Today Match Prediction: Trinbago Knight Riders to win the Final
Prediction: 1
If Guyana Amazon Warriors (GAW) win the toss
- Likely decision: Bat first
- Reasoning: Providence Stadium traditionally slows down in the second innings, making chasing tricky against quality spinners like Imran Tahir and Gudakesh Motie. GAW prefer defending totals with their disciplined bowling attack.
- Winning Probability:
- GAW win chance: 55%
- TKR win chance: 45%
- Key factor: Early runs from Shai Hope and Hetmyer, plus Tahir’s middle-over control.
Prediction: 2
If Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) win the toss
- Likely decision: Bat first
- Reasoning: TKR’s strength is setting mammoth totals with power hitters like Pooran, Russell, and Pollard. If they bat first, they can exploit the fresh pitch and force pressure on GAW’s chasers.
- Winning Probability:
- TKR win chance: 60%
- GAW win chance: 40%
- Key factor: Big-hitting in middle overs (Pollard, Russell) and Narine’s spin if dew doesn’t affect him.
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Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the author’s insight, analysis, and intuition. Please consider the points mentioned and make your own informed decision.