Caribbean Premier League 2025/26 - Discussion Thread

[The Bald Eagle]

TOURNAMENT WINDOW FOR CPL 2025 CONFIRMED

The 2025 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) will take place from Thursday 14 August to Sunday 21 September. This window has been agreed between CPL and Cricket West Indies (CWI) and once again there will be no clash with West Indies international matches.

The six teams taking part in the 2025 season will be Antigua & Barbuda Falcons, Barbados Royals, Guyana Amazon Warriors, St Kitts & Nevis Patriots, Saint Lucia Kings and Trinbago Knight Riders. The teams will compete across 34 matches to decide who will claim the 2025 CPL title.

Pete Russell, CEO of the Republic Bank CPL, said: “We are pleased to have once again worked with Cricket West Indies to find a window that allows the very best players from across the region to take part in the CPL. The 2024 season was our most successful to date and we are looking forward to building on that success in 2025.”

Lynford Inverary, Cricket West Indies acting CEO and COO, said: “We are delighted to confirm the 2025 CPL window. While CWI continues to take a leading role in shaping our overall cricket calendar, the CPL remains a key part of our cricketing ecosystem, playing an important role in the development and promotion of the game throughout the Caribbean. Our collaboration with CPL ensures that the best talent will be on display while avoiding any conflicts with international cricket.”

 

[The Bald Eagle]

The Guyana Amazon Warriors will proudly reprise their role as hosts for the 2025 edition of the ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League (GSL), scheduled to take place from 10 to 18 July at the iconic Providence Stadium

The Amazon Warriors, champions of the 2023 Caribbean Premier League (CPL), will join four elite franchises from around the globe as they vie for the prestigious GSL trophy and a share of the US$1 million prize fund. With international talent converging on Guyana, the stage is set for another exhilarating tournament that showcases world-class T20 cricket alongside the vibrant culture of the host nation.

The Amazon Warriors came heartbreakingly close to reaching the GSL final in 2024, falling short only on Net Run Rate after a spirited campaign. Nevertheless, they demonstrated their trademark resilience and class, hallmarks that have defined their CPL journey. One of the most consistent teams in CPL history, the Amazon Warriors have qualified for the playoffs every year, reaching the final on an incredible seven occasions. They added yet another strong season to their record books by finishing as runners-up in the 2024 CPL.

Looking ahead to another thrilling chapter, Sir Clive Lloyd, Chairman of the ExxonMobil GSL, shared his excitement:

“The Guyana Amazon Warriors were brilliant hosts for the tournament in 2024, and I know all the players and visiting teams appreciated the warm welcome they received. Beyond the cricket, the Warriors and the people of Guyana helped showcase this incredible country to the world. This year’s tournament offers another wonderful opportunity for Guyana to shine as a top-tier destination, known for its breathtaking beauty, hospitality, and passion for the game.

The 2025 ExxonMobil GSL promises to build on the success of the 2024 tournament, bringing thrilling contests and unforgettable moments to the cricket-loving fans of Guyana and beyond. With the Amazon Warriors set to battle for home glory, and an impressive lineup of global challengers, this summer’s showdown is shaping up to be one of the most exciting events on the international cricket calendar.

 

[Ball Blazer]

Holder leaves Barbados Royals after 13 years to join STKNP; Rutherford moves to Royals​

In a landmark move in the history of CPL, experienced allrounder Jason Holder will leave his home franchise Barbados Royals after 13 years, to join St Kitts & Nevis Patriots (STKNP) for the upcoming season. As part of the trades and transfers before the CPL draft next month, STKNP also acquired middle-order batter Alick Athanaze while trading middle-order basher Sherfane Rutherford to Royals.

Holder had been with Royals since the inaugural CPL season in 2013. That period included lifting the trophy twice, in 2014 and 2019, the latter under Holder's captaincy. He played 104 matches for Royals to take 97 wickets that included two four-fors, and also scored 1169 in 85 innings at a strike rate of 129.60.

Rutherford, currently playing IPL 2025 for Gujarat Titans (GT), will be turning out for his third CPL franchise, having represented STKNP for the last four seasons and Guyana Amazon Warriors from 2018 to 2020.

Athanaze has also turned out only for Royals so far, in 2023 and 2024. He made his international debut in 2023 before his CPL debut, and played 19 matches in all for Royals. He scored 344 runs in those outings, averaging 22.93 and striking at 106.83 with just one half-century.

STKNP had finished last in 2024 with just one win from 10 games, while Royals had progressed to the playoffs and lost qualifier 2 to runners-up Amazon Warriors.

CPL 2025 will be played from August 14 to September 21 with no clashes with West Indies' international assignments. St Lucia Kings are the defending champions this time.

Source: ESPNCricinfo

 

[The Bald Eagle]

Five Pakistan players set to feature in Caribbean Premier League 2025

Mohammad Amir and Usman Tariq slated to play for the Trinbago Knight Riders, Mohammad Nawaz will represent the St Kitts and Nevis Patriots, Imad Wasim has joined the Antigua & Barbuda Falcons while Hassan Khan will be part of the Guyana Amazon Warriors.⁩

 

[BunnyRabbit]

Seems like there isn't much exciting talent coming through from Pak. We used to have good no. of players getting picked for CPL in the past. Hassan Khan is now a US player. So just 4 Pakistani players out of which two are retired. Usman Tariq and Nawaz doesn't seem to inspire much confidence either.

 

[BouncerGuy]

This is the first time Azam Khan is not playing CPL. NO???