BTW vs GAWW Match Preview: Barbados Tridents Women take on Guyana Amazon Warriors Women in the knockout Playoff (2nd v 3rd) of the Women’s Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) 2026 at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados. The winner of this blockbuster encounter punches their ticket directly to the final against Trinbago Knight Riders Women, while the loser bows out of the competition.
Match Details
- Match: Barbados Tridents Women (BTW) vs Guyana Amazon Warriors Women (GAWW), Playoff (2nd v 3rd)
- Tournament: Women’s Caribbean Premier League 2026
- Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM LOCAL | 2:00 PM GMT | 7:30 PM IST
- Venue: Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados
Team Previews
Barbados Tridents Women
Skipper Hayley Matthews continues to be the backbone of the Tridents setup, leading from the front with both bat and ball. Alongside her, the explosive Kiran Navgire and veteran Suzie Bates provide power and stability to the top and middle order. With Indian all-rounder Pooja Vastrakar bolstering the seam attack alongside Cherry-Ann Fraser, and spinner Afy Fletcher operating in tandem with Qiana Joseph, the Tridents field a well-rounded unit ready for playoff pressure.
Guyana Amazon Warriors Women
Led by Chloe Tryon, the Warriors head into this fixture riding huge confidence after chasing down 159 against the Tridents in their recent group-stage clash. The top order—anchored by Tazmin Brits and the dynamic Eboni Brathwaite—has shown great intent. Shabnim Ismail spearheads the pace attack alongside Shamilia Connell, while the all-round depth of Nadine de Klerk and Erin Burns gives Guyana match-winning flexibility late into both innings.
Pitch and Weather Report
Pitch Report (Kensington Oval, Bridgetown)
The surface at Kensington Oval offers true bounce and early carry, giving seamers a hint of movement with the new ball. As the morning progresses, the track flattens out, allowing stroke-makers to score freely through the line. Spinners will get grip during the middle overs, but short boundaries and a fast outfield make 150–160 a par total. Chasing has proven slightly advantageous on this surface in day games.
Weather Forecast
Bridgetown is expected to see warm and sunny conditions with passing clouds during the morning session. Humidity will sit around 70% to 75%, and rain is not expected to cause any significant disruptions, ensuring a full 20-over-per-side contest.
Probable Playing XIs
Barbados Tridents Women:
Hayley Matthews (c), Qiana Joseph, Kiran Navgire, Harleen Deol, Suzie Bates, Maddy Green, Mandy Mangru (wk), Pooja Vastrakar, Afy Fletcher, Cherry-Ann Fraser, Shawnisha Hector.
Guyana Amazon Warriors Women:
Tazmin Brits, Eboni Brathwaite, Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Chloe Tryon (c), Erin Burns, Nadine de Klerk, Realeanna Grimmond, Shabnim Ismail, Sheneta Grimmond, Ashmini Munisar, Shamilia Connell.
Key Matchups & Fantasy Picks
- Hayley Matthews (BTW): The undisputed must-have captain pick; she opens the batting and bowls full quotas in high-pressure phases.
- Tazmin Brits (GAWW): In prime form at the top of the order, fresh off a match-winning 46 against this very opponent.
- Shabnim Ismail (GAWW): Deadly with the new cherry and capable of dismantling top orders before they settle.
- Suzie Bates (BTW): An experienced campaigner who brings calmness and late-innings acceleration against spin.
Dream11 Fantasy Team (Small League / H2H)
- Wicketkeeper: Shemaine Campbelle
- Batters: Tazmin Brits, Suzie Bates, Kiran Navgire
- All-Rounders: Hayley Matthews (C), Chloe Tryon, Nadine de Klerk, Erin Burns (VC)
- Bowlers: Shabnim Ismail, Afy Fletcher, Pooja Vastrakar
Match Prediction
While both sides are evenly matched, Guyana Amazon Warriors Women hold a slight psychological edge thanks to their recent head-to-head triumph over the Tridents. However, Barbados Tridents Women boast immense big-match experience in Hayley Matthews and Suzie Bates. If the Tridents pick early wickets inside the powerplay, they hold the upper hand; otherwise, Guyana’s deep batting lineup makes them marginal favorites to advance to the final.
