The 6th match of CPL 2026 features home side Jamaica Kingsmen hosting the Guyana Amazon Warriors at Sabina Park, Kingston. Jamaica Kingsmen, making their return to the league under new ownership, are looking to notch their first victory of the season. Led by explosive power-hitter Rovman Powell, the Kingsmen feature an action-packed squad with game-changers like Andre Russell, Reeza Hendricks, and Keemo Paul. After a tight opening encounter, their mid-order batting will be eager to accelerate smoother in the middle overs.
On the other hand, Imran Tahir‘s Guyana Amazon Warriors enter the fixture with a formidable setup. Boasting high-octane batting in Shai Hope, Glenn Phillips, and Shimron Hetmyer alongside multi-dimensional all-rounders like Romario Shepherd and Dwaine Pretorius, the Warriors pack plenty of firepower. Their tactical depth in spin and fast bowling makes them a heavy threat anywhere in the Caribbean.
JKM vs GAW, CPL 2026: Match details
- Date and Time: August 13, 7:00 pm Local / 12:00 am GMT / August 14, 5:30 am IST
- Venue: Sabina Park, Kingston
JKM vs GAW Head-to-Head Record
Jamaica Kingsmen have not yet faced the Guyana Amazon Warriors in the CPL. However, before being rebranded as Jamaica Kingsmen in 2026, the Jamaica Tallawahs faced the Warriors 27 times, winning 11 matches, while the Warriors claimed 15 victories, with one game ending without a result.
Sabina Park Pitch Report
Sabina Park in Kingston historically offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Early on, pacers can expect decent carry and bounce off the hard surface, giving seamers a chance to strike with the new ball. As the match progresses, the surface tends to settle into a solid batting track where stroke-makers can freely hit through the line. Spinners will need to rely on variation in pace and tight lengths, particularly as the surface dries out under the lights. Dew could come into play in the second innings, making winning the toss and opting to bowl first a tempting choice for captains.
Squads
Jamaica Kingsmen: Reeza Hendricks, Shayan Jahangir(w), Keacy Carty, Kirk McKenzie, Rovman Powell(c), Hassan Khan, Andre Russell, Keemo Paul, Vitel Lawes, Hunain Shah, Jediah Blades, Romaine Morris, Kelvin Pitman, Odean Smith, Shaqkere Parris, Jeavor Royal, Tayyab Arif
Guyana Amazon Warriors: Shai Hope(w), Mohammad Haris, Glenn Phillips, Shimron Hetmyer, Quentin Sampson, Dwaine Pretorius, Romario Shepherd, Imran Tahir(c), Khary Pierre, Shamar Joseph, Ronaldo Alimohamed, Veerasammy Permaul, Matthew Nandu, Isai Thorne, Mohammad Nabi, Mavendra Dindyal, Jonathan van Lange
JKM vs GAW, Today’s match prediction
Case 1:
- JKM wins the toss and bowls first
- GAW’s powerplay score: 50-55
- GAW’s total score: 165-175
Case 2:
- GAW wins the toss and bowls first
- JKM’s powerplay score: 55-60
- JKM’s total score: 175-185
Match result: Team bowling first to win the contest
