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Caribbean Premier League 2026 season

Overview

The 14th edition of the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) commenced on 7 August 2026, featuring an expanded roster that includes the new Jamaica Kingsmen and Antigua & Barbuda Falcons. The six-week tournament is scheduled to conclude with a final on 20 September.

Defending five-time champions Trinbago Knight Riders, led by captain Nicholas Pooran and featuring players such as Sunil Narine and Kieron Pollard, are among the competing teams. Early fixtures include matchups such as the St Kitts & Nevis Patriots against the Trinbago Knight Riders at the Arnos Vale Ground in St. Vincent.

In conjunction with the cricket season, the league has launched the 'CPL SchoolYard' community initiative. This program includes 'Back to School' events in Saint Lucia and Jamaica on 17 August to distribute school essentials, followed by 'Take a Player to School' events in Guyana and Barbados on 10 September aimed at promoting digital literacy and youth inspiration.

Entities

JioStar · St Kitts & Nevis Patriots · Republic Bank · Antigua & Barbuda Falcons · Republic Bank CPL

Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [SPORTS] 9 sources
    Caribbean Premier League 2026 begins with expanded roster

    The 2026 Caribbean Premier League (CPL) has launched, featuring seven teams and new franchises. The tournament includes community back-to-school initiatives across the Caribbean region.

  2. 17 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Caribbean Premier League 2026 squads finalized across eight nations

    CPL 2026 squads are now set for eight Caribbean nations, with the Trinbago Knight Riders re‑signing Usman Tariq and other franchises adding international stars amid schedule overlaps.

Sources

artnews.hu · czech-chamber.cz · inewsguyana.com · kaieteurnewsonline.com · latestly.com · newsable.asianetnews.com · newsbytesapp.com · newsx.com · stluciatimes.com

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