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Saint Lucia Kings will look to bounce back when they take on Jamaica Kingsmen in Match 13 of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2026 at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in Gros Islet on Friday, August 21. The Kings have had a mixed campaign so far, winning two of their first five matches, and will be keen to return to winning ways after suffering a seven-wicket defeat against Guyana Amazon Warriors in their previous outing.
Saint Lucia posted 151/7 against Guyana but struggled to defend the total as the Amazon Warriors chased down the target with 11 balls to spare. Roston Chase has been one of their most consistent performers, while Ackeem Auguste and Matthew Forde have also made important contributions during the campaign.
The Kings have also made an important addition ahead of this fixture, with experienced Jamaican opener John Campbell joining the franchise for the remainder of CPL 2026. Campbell is expected to make his return to the CPL against his fellow countrymen.
With the Kings likely to make at least one change to their combination, here is the predicted playing XI for Match 13.
John Campbell could walk straight into the opening combination following his signing with Saint Lucia Kings. The left-handed opener brings considerable international experience and is capable of taking the attack to the opposition during the Powerplay.
Campbell previously played in the CPL for the St Lucia Zouks in 2019 and scored 49 runs in three appearances. His return gives the Kings another aggressive option at the top of the order.
Facing Jamaica Kingsmen on his comeback will add an interesting dimension to the contest, but Campbell’s immediate priority will be to provide the explosive start that Saint Lucia have occasionally lacked.
Roston Chase should continue to captain the side and occupy a prominent position in the batting order.
The all-rounder has been arguably Saint Lucia’s most dependable performer in CPL 2026. He entered the previous fixture as the team’s leading wicket-taker with seven scalps and has also made valuable contributions with the bat.
Chase’s ability to control the middle overs with both bat and ball makes him indispensable. Against Jamaica’s powerful lineup, his leadership and tactical decisions will be equally important.
Ackeem Auguste should retain his place at No. 3. The young left-hander has already demonstrated his ability to handle responsibility in the middle of the innings.
He scored 63 in the Kings’ earlier victory over Antigua and Barbuda Falcons, although he was dismissed when the game was still in the balance.
Auguste will be expected to provide stability while also accelerating when the situation demands it. His left-handed batting could also create matchup problems for Jamaica’s bowling attack.
Jewel Andrew is likely to continue as the wicketkeeper-batter. The youngster has been trusted in the middle order and offers plenty of attacking ability.
Andrew’s wicketkeeping will also be important against a Jamaica batting unit featuring the likes of Rovman Powell, Andre Russell and Keacy Carty. His ability to contribute quick runs could become particularly valuable if the Kings lose early wickets.
Charith Asalanka should continue at No. 5 as one of Saint Lucia’s premier overseas batting options.
The Sri Lankan left-hander can play both the anchor and aggressor roles, making him a useful middle-order presence. He is particularly effective against spin and can manipulate the field before accelerating during the final overs.
With Jamaica possessing several seam-bowling options, Asalanka could be crucial in ensuring that Saint Lucia maintain momentum after the Powerplay.
Matthew Forde has become an important part of the Kings’ balance and should retain his place at No. 6.
The West Indies all-rounder provides Saint Lucia with another seam-bowling option while also possessing enough power to contribute useful runs. He has been in good form during the tournament and was among the players highlighted for their performances in the Kings’ recent matches.
His ability to contribute in both departments gives Chase greater flexibility.
Shadley van Schalkwyk is likely to continue as another all-round option.
The left-handed batter and slow left-arm bowler adds variety to the lineup. His ability to bowl economically through the middle overs could be particularly useful against Jamaica’s aggressive batters.
He can also provide valuable runs towards the back end of the innings if Saint Lucia need to accelerate.
Joshua Bishop should retain his place as one of the Kings’ specialist bowling options.
The young all-rounder has already impressed during CPL 2026 and was among Saint Lucia’s notable performers in their early matches. His ability to contribute with the ball makes him an important part of the team’s middle-overs strategy.
Against Jamaica, Bishop could be tasked with breaking partnerships involving Powell or Russell.
Maheesh Theekshana is expected to lead the spin attack.
The Sri Lankan mystery spinner can bowl during the Powerplay as well as the middle overs and possesses enough variation to trouble aggressive batters. The Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium can offer assistance to disciplined bowlers, making Theekshana’s role particularly important.
He will have the difficult task of bowling to Jamaica’s power hitters, who will look to attack him whenever possible.
Khari Campbell could retain his spot after featuring in the Kings’ recent XI. The right-arm bowler provides another pace option and can be used according to matchups.
His ability to bowl hard lengths will be particularly useful against Jamaica’s middle-order hitters. Campbell’s role could become even more important if Chase wants to rotate his bowling options during the Powerplay.
Amari Goodridge is another young bowling option who could complete the XI.
The breakout player has been part of Saint Lucia’s combination during the season and gives the team additional pace and athleticism. He will need to maintain discipline against a dangerous Jamaica top order.
John Campbell, Roston Chase (C), Ackeem Auguste, Jewel Andrew (WK), Charith Asalanka, Matthew Forde, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Joshua Bishop, Maheesh Theekshana, Khari Campbell, Amari Goodridge
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