Saint Lucia Kings edge Patriots by three runs to top CPL standings

Defending champions Saint Lucia Kings tightened their grip on the Caribbean Premier League 2025 standings after a dramatic three-run victory over St Kitts and Nevis Patriots at Warner Park in Basseterre. The Kings posted 200 for eight in their 20 overs, then held on to restrict the Patriots to 197 for six, with the result decided on the final ball of the innings as Navin Bidaisee’s late push fell just short and Tim David produced a decisive ice-cold catch on the boundary to seal victory.

Saint Lucia’s innings unfolded with a mix of power and steadiness. Johnson Charles led from the front with 52 off 28 balls, setting the tone for a big total, while Roston Chase anchored the middle order with a composed 61 from 38 deliveries. Tim David provided a quickfire 46 off 23, and a late surge from Bidaisee helped push the total beyond 200. After a weather-interrupted start to the Kings’ campaign, the 23-year-old Bidaisee announced himself with a polished 50 from 36 balls, marking a standout debut performance that gave his team valuable momentum as the season unfolds.

The Patriots’ reply began with intent, as Jason Holder and Navin Bidaisee briefly steadied the chase and carried the...