Caribbean Premier League (CPL 2025): Season of cricket, culture and Caribbean flair

One of the most exciting T20 cricket tournaments, the Caribbean Premier League (CPL 2025) is commencing from Friday. This edition promises 34 thrilling matches – 30 in the league phase and 4 playoff battles.

The tournament brings together six fierce franchises. This is the 13th edition of the tournament and is going to be quite entertaining. The top four teams shall go to the Eliminator, Qualifier 1, Qualifier 2, culminating in the Grand finale on September 21.

The CPL is more than just a cricket tournament played in the T20 format. It is a cultural celebration, blending high-octane action and entertainment. It has built a global audience. In 2024, CPL attracted the attention of millions of people across the globe.

The West Indies are ready to set the stage on fire! 🌪️🏏 The Caribbean Premier League 2025 is here with jaw-dropping sixes 💣, fierce rivalries ⚔️ & non-stop cricket action! 🔥

🗓️ Aug 15 – Sep 22, 2025
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Caribbean Premier League 2025: List of Participating Teams

1. Antigua and Barbuda Falcons
2. St Kitts and Nevis Patriots
3. Trinbago Knight Riders
4. Saint Lucia Kings
5. Barbados Royals
6. Guyana Amazon Warriors

Caribbean Premier League (CPL 2025): Squad

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons

Imad Wasim, Shakib Al Hasan, Fabian Allen, Naveen-ul-Haq, Obed McCoy, Justin Greaves, Bevon Jacobs, Jayden Seales, Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar, Rahkeem Cornwall, Odean Smith, Jewel Andrew, Shamar Springer, Amir Jangoo, Karima Gore, Kevin Wickham, Joshua James 

Barbados Royals

Rovman Powell (Captain), Brandon King, Sherfane Rutherford, Quinton de Kock, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Azmatullah Omarzai, Jomel Warrican, Kadeem Alleyne, Shaqkere Parris, Kofi James, Nyeem Young, Rivaldo Clarke, Zishan Motara, Johann Layne, Ramon Simmonds

Guyana Amazon Warriors

Imran Tahir (Captain), Shimron Hetmyer, Romario Shepherd, Shai Hope, Glenn Phillips, Gudakesh Motie, Moeen Ali, Shamar Joseph, Keemo Paul, Dwaine Pretorius, Shamarh Brooks, Kemol Savory, Hassan Khan, Jediah Blades, Kevlon Anderson, Quentin Sampson, Riyad Latif

St Kitts and Nevis Patriots

Kyle Mayers (Captain), Jason Holder, Rilee Rossouw, Evin Lewis, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Corbin Bosch, Waqar Salamkheil, Andre Fletcher, Alick Athanaze, Mohammad Nawaz, Dominic Drakes, Mikyle Louis, Ashmead Nedd, Jeremiah Louis, Jyd Goolie, Navin Bidaisee, Leniko Boucher

Saint Lucia Kings

Tim David, Alzarri Joseph, Johnson Charles, Tim Seifert, Roston Chase, Tabraiz Shamsi, David Wiese, Delano Potgieter, Matthew Forde, Aaron Jones, Khary Pierre, Javelle Glen, Micah McKenzie, Shadrack Descarte, Johann Jeremiah, Keon Gaston, Ackeem Auguste

Trinbago Knight Riders

Kieron Pollard (Captain), Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Nicholas Pooran, Alex Hales, Akeal Hosein, Mohammad Amir, Colin Munro, Usman Tariq, Ali Khan, Darren Bravo, Yannic Cariah, Keacy Carty, Terrance Hinds, McKenny Clarke, Joshua Da Silva, Nathan Edward

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