Finals Barbados Tridents vs Jamaica Kingsmen, Eliminator, Caribbean Premier League 2026
Published on September 17, 2026
Summary Overview: Maaz Sadaqat smashed 112 off 49 balls as the Jamaica Kingsmen thrashed the Barbados Tridents by 9 wickets in the CPL 2026 Eliminator to reach Qualifier 2.
Who won and by how much?
The Jamaica Kingsmen won by 9 wickets, chasing down 145 in just 14.1 overs to knock the Barbados Tridents out of the tournament.
Who was the Player of the Match?
Opener Maaz Sadaqat, whose breathtaking 112 off 49 balls turned a sudden-death chase into a stroll.
What is the key takeaway?
The newest team in the league dumped out one of its heavyweights on their home ground, and Jamaica's dream debut season rolls on into Qualifier 2.
Match Report: The Newcomers Keep Dreaming
The fairy-tale continues. In a win-or-go-home CPL 2026 Eliminator at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, the debut-season Jamaica Kingsmen produced the performance of the playoffs so far, crushing the hosts Barbados Tridents by 9 wickets to book a place in Qualifier 2.
For readers new to the competition: the Eliminator is a knockout, so the losing team is out of the tournament immediately. Barbados had home advantage and a proud history, but none of it mattered against a Jamaica side that was simply irresistible.
Barbados Wobble, De Kock and Green Rescue
Batting first, the Tridents were in ruins almost immediately. The Jamaica bowlers, with Hassan Khan miserly and Andre Russell striking twice, reduced Barbados to a desperate 30 for 5 inside seven overs. The innings was falling apart.
That it reached anything competitive was down to a superb rescue act. Quinton de Kock (71 off 49) and captain Chris Green (57 not out off 44) dug in and counterpunched, adding 112 for the sixth wicket to haul Barbados to 144 for 6. It was a fighting effort, but on this surface, against this opponent, it always looked a few runs short.
Sadaqat Turns the Chase Into an Exhibition
Any nerves about chasing 145 vanished within a few overs, thanks to one man. Maaz Sadaqat launched an assault that the Barbados bowlers had no way of stopping, racing to a century off just 45 balls and finishing with a stunning 112 from 49 deliveries, laced with nine fours and eight sixes.
He was the entire show. His opening stand of 138 with Kirk McKenzie (22 not out) all but sealed it, and Jamaica plundered 79 runs in the powerplay (the first six overs) to leave the result in no doubt. When Sadaqat finally holed out, the target was a formality, and Jamaica strolled home at 145 for 1 with 35 balls to spare.
Turning Point
The contest was framed by two collapses at opposite ends. Barbados losing five wickets for 30 left them relying entirely on the de Kock and Green rescue, and a total of 144 was never going to be enough of a cushion. Maaz Sadaqat then made sure of it inside the powerplay. His explosive start blew away any hope Barbados had of defending a modest score, and by the time he was dismissed the game had long been decided. In truth, once Sadaqat got going, there was only ever one winner.
Stat Corner
Top Performers
| Player | Team | Performance |
| Maaz Sadaqat | Jamaica | 112 (49), 9 fours, 8 sixes |
| Quinton de Kock | Barbados | 71 (49) |
| Chris Green | Barbados | 57 not out (44) |
| Andre Russell | Jamaica | 2 for 36 |
| Hassan Khan | Jamaica | 1 for 16 |
Innings Snapshot
| Metric | Barbados Tridents | Jamaica Kingsmen |
| Total | 144 for 6 (20 overs) | 145 for 1 (14.1 overs) |
| Run Rate | 7.20 | 10.24 |
| Powerplay Runs | 24 | 79 |
| Result | Eliminated | Won by 9 wickets |
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the result of the CPL 2026 Eliminator?
The Jamaica Kingsmen beat the Barbados Tridents by 9 wickets to advance and knock Barbados out of the tournament.
How many did Maaz Sadaqat score?
Sadaqat smashed 112 off just 49 balls with nine fours and eight sixes, and was named Player of the Match.
Who kept Barbados in the game with the bat?
Quinton de Kock (71) and captain Chris Green (57 not out) added 112 to rescue Barbados from 30 for 5.
What happens to Jamaica now?
The Kingsmen move into Qualifier 2, one win away from reaching the final in their debut season.
Where was the match played?
At the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados, the home of the Tridents.
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