Joseph James Bags Player of the Match as Antigua Defeats Barbados

In a high‑stakes CPL 2026 encounter, Joseph James emerged as the standout performer, earning the Player of the Match award after Antigua defeated Barbados Tridents by 30 runs. Antigua elected to bat first and amassed 155/5, anchored by captain Moin Ali’s unbeaten 56 off 37 balls, which featured four sixes and three fours. Karim Gore contributed a solid 27, while Amir Jangu added 26 runs, and Shamar Springer finished not out on 19.

Barbados' reply began positively with a 28‑run opening partnership, but wickets fell at regular intervals, and the lower order could not muster a meaningful total. The Tridents managed only 125 runs in 18 overs.

James’ spell was decisive, delivering three wickets for just 18 runs in three overs. He was supported by Aljari Joseph, Shadab Khan, and Sofian Mookim, each picking up two wickets. The win elevated Antigua to the leaderboard's summit with eight points from seven matches.