Quinton de Kock has been making waves in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2024, emerging as the standout performer for the Barbados Royals. His exceptional form is a key reason behind the team’s stellar performances this season, making them the table-toppers. On September 17, during a match against St Kitts and Nevis Patriots, de Kock exhibited his dominance by hitting a six to seal the victory. This opening batsman has consistently faced challenging opposition, setting the foundation for his team’s success with powerful innings that have often led to him finishing matches not out.
Barbados Royals Secure a Convincing Victory
In a thrilling encounter, the Barbados Royals triumphed over the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots by a commanding margin of 9 wickets. The Royals reached their target of 111 runs with an impressive 52 balls remaining, showcasing their depth and strength as a unit. This victory marked their sixth consecutive win in CPL 2024, solidifying their position at the top of the league, while the Patriots faced defeat for the seventh time in eight matches.
De Kock’s Remarkable Innings Following a Missed Catch
Faced with a target of 111 runs, the Barbados Royals quickly capitalized on the scoring opportunities, thanks in large part to the explosive batting from Quinton de Kock. The turning point came when Evin Lewis of St Kitts and Nevis dropped a catch off de Kock’s bat when he had only scored 1 run. This crucial lifeline allowed de Kock to unleash a breathtaking performance, reminiscent of a batsman given a license to attack.
A Stellar Unbeaten Performance
Quinton de Kock finished the match undefeated with a stellar score of 59 runs off just 38 balls, boasting a strike rate of 155.26. His innings included 2 fours and 4 massive sixes. De Kock shared valuable partnerships, contributing 57 runs with Kadim Aliyan for the first wicket and 56 runs with Alick Athanje for the second wicket. His performance was instrumental in guiding the Barbados Royals to a comfortable victory.
De Kock Dominates with 23 Sixes in CPL 2024
With his four sixes in the match against St Kitts and Nevis Patriots, Quinton de Kock has set an impressive record of hitting 23 sixes across just six matches in CPL 2024, the highest by any batsman this season. Accumulating a total of 367 runs at an impressive strike rate of 170.69, his runs include a century and two half-centuries, establishing him as a pivotal player in the tournament.
Outstanding Bowling from Rahkeem Cornwall
Before Quinton de Kock’s explosive innings, the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots were shaken by an extraordinary performance from Rahkeem Cornwall, who achieved career-best figures in T20 cricket. Cornwall took 5 wickets for just 16 runs, leading to the Patriots’ collapse, as they were bowled out for 110 runs in just 19.1 overs. His outstanding bowling earned him the Player of the Match award, further showcasing the competitive nature of CPL 2024.
