Quick answer: Barbados Tridents (BT) meet Guyana Amazon Warriors (GAW) in Match 35 BT vs GAW, the final league stage game of CPL 2026, at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 7:00 PM local time. Guyana have been the best team all season, winning 8 of their 9 games, while Barbados arrive fresh off a nail biting 2 wicket win that sealed their playoff spot. Recent analysis puts this at close to a fifty fifty contest, with a slight edge for whichever side bats first and defends, since that pattern has worked better than chasing at this ground all season.
If that covers what you needed, you’re set. If you want the full picture, including what just happened in Barbados’ last match, the points table situation, full squads, and the head to head numbers, keep reading.
What Happened Right Before This Match BT vs GAW?
This part matters more than most preview articles let on. Two nights ago, Barbados Tridents played one of the most dramatic games of the season against Jamaica Kingsmen, also at Kensington Oval.
Chasing 151 to win, Barbados slipped to 36 for 3 inside the powerplay. Sadrack Descartes then anchored the innings with a composed 56 off 42 balls, dragging his team back into the contest. It came right down to the final over, where Gudakesh Motie finished things off with an unbeaten 17 off just 8 balls, sealing a 2 wicket win with a ball to spare.
That result did more than just hand Barbados a win. It confirmed both Barbados Tridents and Jamaica Kingsmen for the final two playoff spots in CPL 2026, while Saint Lucia Kings were eliminated from contention. So Barbados walk into today’s game full of confidence, on a three match winning streak, even though today’s result won’t change their position in the standings.
When Is BT vs GAW, CPL 2026 Match 35?
The match is on Sunday, September 13, 2026, Barbados time, with a 7:00 PM local start. Because Barbados sits far ahead of Asia and behind Europe and Africa on the clock, this game actually falls on two different calendar dates depending on where you’re watching from.
| Region | Local Date | Local Time |
|---|---|---|
| Barbados & Eastern Caribbean, host (AST) | Sunday, September 13 | 7:00 PM |
| Trinidad & Tobago (AST) | Sunday, September 13 | 7:00 PM |
| Jamaica (EST) | Sunday, September 13 | 6:00 PM |
| USA – Eastern (EDT) | Sunday, September 13 | 7:00 PM |
| USA – Central (CDT) | Sunday, September 13 | 6:00 PM |
| USA – Mountain (MDT) | Sunday, September 13 | 5:00 PM |
| USA & Canada – Pacific (PDT) | Sunday, September 13 | 4:00 PM |
| UK (BST) | Monday, September 14 | 12:00 AM |
| South Africa & Zimbabwe (SAST/CAT) | Monday, September 14 | 1:00 AM |
| UAE & Gulf (GST) | Monday, September 14 | 3:00 AM |
| Afghanistan (AFT) | Monday, September 14 | 3:30 AM |
| Pakistan (PKT) | Monday, September 14 | 4:00 AM |
| India (IST) | Monday, September 14 | 4:30 AM |
| Sri Lanka | Monday, September 14 | 4:30 AM |
| Nepal (NPT) | Monday, September 14 | 4:45 AM |
| Bangladesh (BST) | Monday, September 14 | 5:00 AM |
| Australia – Perth (AWST) | Monday, September 14 | 7:00 AM |
| Australia – Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane (AEST) | Monday, September 14 | 9:00 AM |
| New Zealand (NZST) | Monday, September 14 | 11:00 AM |
Fans in the US Eastern zone and the Caribbean share the exact same clock time for this one, since both sit at UTC minus 4 in September. Australia and New Zealand haven’t moved their clocks forward for their own daylight saving yet at this point in the year, so the times above use their standard time.
Where Is the Match BT vs GAW Being Played?
Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados, hosts this one. It’s the home ground for Barbados Tridents, and it’s one of the most historic grounds in world cricket, hosting Test matches since 1930.
BT vs GAW Match Pitch Report
This is the detail that actually shapes how the match plays out. The surface at Kensington Oval has been on the slower side all season. Every game played here recently has been a low scoring affair, with the pitch offering real grip and turn for spin bowlers. Batters need time to adjust before they can score freely, and the wicket tends to get even slower as an innings goes on.
Based on how matches have gone at this ground this season, a score in the 150 to 170 range has generally been enough to be competitive. And because the pitch slows down as the game continues, the side that bats first and sets a target has tended to come out on top more often than the side chasing.
Where to Watch BT vs GAW Live?
In India, the match is shown on JioStar network channels, with streaming available on the JioHotstar app and website. If you’re outside India, check your regional cricket broadcaster, since CPL rights are sold country by country. Searching “CPL 2026 live stream” plus your country name will usually point you to the right option.
What Is at Stake in This Match BT vs GAW?
Here’s the honest answer: not much in terms of the table, but plenty in terms of momentum. Guyana Amazon Warriors have already locked up top spot on the points table with 8 wins from their first 9 games this season. Barbados Tridents have already confirmed their playoff spot too, following their thriller against Jamaica Kingsmen.
So this is genuinely a dead rubber in points terms, since both teams already know where they stand. But heading into a knockout stage, a win here means walking in with rhythm rather than rust. For Barbados, a fourth straight win would be a real statement after such a stressful finish two nights ago. For Guyana, closing out an already dominant league phase with a tenth win keeps their form exactly where they want it before the playoffs begin.
Who Is Playing? Full Squads and Predicted XI for BT vs GAW
Barbados Tridents Predicted XI
Brandon King, Zachary Carter, Quinton de Kock (wicketkeeper), Sherfane Rutherford, Chris Green (captain), Rivaldo Clarke, Sadrack Descartes, Daniel Sams, Gudakesh Motie, AM Ghazanfar, Jakeem Pollard.
Given how well Descartes and Motie played their finishing roles two nights ago, don’t be surprised if the team management sticks with a very similar batting order today.
Guyana Amazon Warriors Predicted XI
Glenn Phillips, Mavendra Dindyal, Shai Hope (wicketkeeper), Shimron Hetmyer, Quentin Sampson, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Romario Shepherd, Dwaine Pretorius, Shamar Joseph, Veerasammy Permaul, Imran Tahir (captain).
Barbados Tridents are led by all rounder Chris Green this season. Guyana Amazon Warriors are captained by veteran leg spinner Imran Tahir, who has also been one of their most effective bowlers this year.
BT vs GAW Head to Head: Recent Form and All Time Record
Across their full history, these two sides have met 29 times in T20 cricket. Guyana Amazon Warriors have won 20 of those meetings, compared to just 9 for Barbados. There have been no ties or no result games between them. Their first ever meeting was on August 12, 2013.
Looking only at their last five meetings shows just how much Guyana has dominated this specific matchup recently.
| Date | Result |
|---|---|
| September 2025 | Guyana Amazon Warriors won by 64 runs |
| September 2025 | Guyana Amazon Warriors won by 4 wickets, 2 balls remaining |
| October 2024 | Guyana Amazon Warriors won by 8 wickets, 33 balls remaining |
| September 2024 | Guyana Amazon Warriors won by 47 runs |
| September 2024 | Barbados won by 32 runs |
Four wins out of the last five for Guyana, several of them comfortable. That’s a genuinely tough recent record for Barbados to break, and it’s a big reason why the all time head to head still leans so heavily toward Guyana even with Barbados on a current hot streak.
Key Players in Form Right Now
Batters to Watch
Quinton de Kock has been Barbados Tridents’ most consistent batter this season, with over 300 runs at an average past 45 and a strike rate close to 146, usually anchoring the middle order.
For Guyana, Shai Hope has been quietly excellent, averaging close to 55 this season, while Shimron Hetmyer remains the batter most likely to take a game away from the opposition in a short burst, especially against spin bowling down the ground.
Bowlers to Watch
Daniel Sams has been outstanding for Barbados this season, picking up 16 wickets in 9 matches at an economy under 7.5. He’s the bowler Barbados will lean on in the tightest overs.
For Guyana, captain Imran Tahir has taken 15 wickets in 10 matches at an economy near 6.75, and fellow all rounder Dwaine Pretorius has matched him with 15 wickets of his own. Given how much turn this pitch has offered all season, Guyana’s spin options give them a real edge in the middle overs.
BT vs GAW Prediction: Who Wins Today?
Based on current form and how this ground has played all season, this looks like a close contest. Recent match analysis puts the win probability at roughly 50 percent for each side, with both teams projected to post something in the 160 to 170 range if they bat first.
Given the pattern at Kensington Oval this season, where the side that sets a total has generally defended it successfully, there’s a slight lean toward whichever captain wins the toss and chooses to bat first. Guyana’s dominant recent head to head record and their spin depth make them a small favorite on paper, but Barbados’ current momentum, especially after a match that tested their nerve under real pressure, makes them anything but easy opposition tonight.
Keep in mind, this is analysis based on squads, conditions, and recent form, not a guarantee. T20 cricket has a habit of ignoring predictions, especially when one big over can flip a match completely.
Player Battles That Could Decide the Match BT vs GAW
Shimron Hetmyer against Gudakesh Motie is worth watching closely. Hetmyer likes to attack spin once he’s settled, and Motie is a left arm spinner who thrives on a surface offering turn. Whoever wins that battle in the middle overs could shape a big part of the result.
Also watch how Barbados’ top order handles Imran Tahir and Veerasammy Permaul early in their innings. If Barbados can get through those overs without losing too many wickets, they give themselves a real shot at posting a total worth defending, exactly the pattern this ground has rewarded all season.
Quick Fantasy Picks for Today’s Match BT vs GAW
If you’re setting a fantasy team for this one, here are a few names in strong current form worth building around, based purely on this season’s numbers, not on any betting angle.
- Captain option: Quinton de Kock, given his consistent middle order returns for Barbados this season.
- Vice captain option: Imran Tahir, who brings both wickets and control as Guyana’s frontline spinner.
- All rounder value: Daniel Sams, who contributes with both bat and ball and has been Barbados’ most reliable bowler.
- Differential pick: Shai Hope, given his high average this season despite playing fewer matches than some of his teammates.
FAQs
When is BT vs GAW CPL 2026 Match 35?
BT vs GAW is on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 7:00 PM Barbados local time. That’s still Sunday night across the Caribbean, the US, and the UK, but it falls in the early hours of Monday, September 14 across South Asia, the Gulf, Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. See the full region by region table above for your exact local time.
Where is the match BT vs GAW being played?
At Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados, the home ground of Barbados Tridents.
What happened in Barbados Tridents’ last match?
They beat Jamaica Kingsmen by 2 wickets in a last over thriller, chasing 151, with Sadrack Descartes scoring 56 and Gudakesh Motie finishing unbeaten on 17. That result confirmed both teams for the playoffs and eliminated Saint Lucia Kings.
Is anything on the line in this match BT vs GAW?
Not in terms of qualification. Both teams have already secured their playoff spots, so this is mainly about carrying momentum into the knockout stage.
Who has the head to head edge between BT and GAW?
Guyana Amazon Warriors, by a wide margin. They’ve won 20 of the 29 all time meetings, and 4 of the last 5, including a comfortable 64 run win in their most recent clash.
Who is captaining each team?
Chris Green leads Barbados Tridents, and Imran Tahir captains Guyana Amazon Warriors.
What is a good score at Kensington Oval this season?
Somewhere in the 150 to 170 range has generally been competitive, since the pitch offers turn and slows down further as the innings goes on.
Who is predicted to win BT vs GAW today?
It’s close to an even contest, with a slight lean toward whichever side bats first and defends, and Guyana holding a small edge on paper given their dominant recent head to head record and spin depth.
For more on the match and the season’s build up, see ESPNcricinfo’s live coverage of BT vs GAW, the full scorecard of Barbados’ thriller against Jamaica Kingsmen, and the 2026 Caribbean Premier League overview on Wikipedia.
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