SLK vs STKNP: The CPL 2025 keeps on providing exciting matches, and the St Lucia Kings (SLK) vs St Kitts and Nevis Patriots (STKNP) was no different. In a heart-stopping finish at Basseterre, SLK won by three runs against STKNP, their third loss in four games. This was St Lucia Kings’ first victory of the tournament after the washout of their first game.
SLK vs STKNP: St Lucia Kings Post 200 Competitive
SLK posted 200/8 after being inserted to bat, courtesy of outstanding performances by their top and middle order. Johnson Charles and Roston Chase steadied the ship after a rocky start at 21/2. The duo contributed 50 runs off 26 balls for the third wicket. Chase hammered 61 off 38 deliveries, including a burst of boundaries off Dominic Drakes.
Tim David gave the late fireworks with 46 off just 23 deliveries, including three towering sixes off Jason Holder in one over. SLK’s momentum was derailed in the last phase with only 21 runs scored in the last three overs.
Patriots’ Chase Falters Despite Jason Holder’s Scintillating 63
Pursuing 201, STKNP made a good beginning with Andre Fletcher and Kyle Mayers adding 43 in 4.2 overs. SLK’s bowlers, however, came back strongly:
David Wiese dismissed Mayers and started a collapse. Khary Pierre sent back both Fletcher and Mikyle Louis in quick succession. 66/4 after nine overs, Patriots’ chances of winning declined to 5.32% alone, as per forecaster.
That’s when Jason Holder took charge, blasting a quick-fire 63 from 29 deliveries. His innings consisted of:
4, 6, 6 off an over from Tabraiz Shamsi
A 23-ball half-century, punctuated by his fifth six
A 77-run stand with Navin Bidaisee, though Bidaisee only added 9 from his initial 11 balls
Roston Chase Makes Most of Both Ends Meet – Player of the Match
Roston Chase proved to be the match-winner for SLK with a brilliant all-round display:
Batting: 61 off 38 balls, steadying the innings after early wickets
Bowling: 2/27 in four overs, including the crucial dismissal of Rilee Rossouw
He also dropped a tough return catch off Rossouw, but quickly made amends by removing him in his next over.
Final Over Drama: Bidaisee Falls Short in Last-Ball Finish
Following Holder’s dismissal, the task was assumed by Navin Bidaisee in smashing a 35-ball 50 with sixes in four successive overs. Requiring four runs for the last over, drama emerged:
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David Wiese bowled a slot ball. Bidaisee was looking for a big finish but could manage only Tim David at long-off, securing a 3-run victory for SLK.
Summary: SLK vs STKNP, CPL 2025 Scorecard Highlights
St Lucia Kings (SLK): 200/8
Roston Chase – 61 (38)
Tim David – 46 (23)
Johnson Charles – 50+ contribution
Jason Holder – 1 over for 3 sixes
St Kitts and Nevis Patriots (STKNP): 197/8
Jason Holder – 63 (29)
Navin Bidaisee – 50 (35)
Khary Pierre – 2 wickets
Roston Chase – 2/27
SLK vs STKNP CPL 2025 match was a rollercoaster as St Lucia Kings retained their cool in the last over to secure a gritted-out victory. Though Jason Holder and Bidaisee almost brought about the unthinkable, it was the balance brilliance of Roston Chase that made all the difference. SLK are off to a positive start in the CPL 2025 table with this victory, while STKNP must regroup after a third loss in four matches.
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