Caribbean Premier League 2025 Kicks Off Today – Full Schedule, Dates, and Team Squads
Caribbean Premier League 2025 Begins Today – Full CPL Schedule, Dates & Team Squads Revealed
Basseterre, Saint Kitts – August 14, 2025:
The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025 officially begins today, bringing six powerhouse franchises together for over a month of electrifying T20 cricket. The 13th edition of the CPL will run from August 14 to September 21, featuring 34 matches across several Caribbean nations, including Antigua, Saint Lucia, Barbados, Guyana, and Trinidad & Tobago.
The opening clash tonight sees the St Kitts & Nevis Patriots take on the newly-formed Antigua & Barbuda Falcons at Warner Park, promising fans a thrilling start to the season.
New Season, New Rules
This year, CPL adopts the International Cricket Council’s updated T20 playing conditions, ensuring faster over-rates, fairer reviews, and more tactical depth for both batters and bowlers. Expect sharper strategies and nail-biting finishes.
CPL 2025 Teams
Six franchises will compete for glory:
- Saint Lucia Kings – Defending champions
- St Kitts & Nevis Patriots
- Antigua & Barbuda Falcons (new franchise)
- Barbados Royals
- Guyana Amazon Warriors
- Trinbago Knight Riders
CPL 2025 Schedule – Key Fixtures
The tournament features 30 league matches followed by the Eliminator, Qualifier 1, Qualifier 2, and the Grand Final on September 21 in Guyana.
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14 | St Kitts & Nevis Patriots vs Antigua & Barbuda Falcons | Warner Park, St Kitts | Evening |
| Aug 15 | St Kitts & Nevis Patriots vs Guyana Amazon Warriors | Warner Park, St Kitts | 7:00 PM EDT |
| Aug 16 | Antigua & Barbuda Falcons vs Barbados Royals | Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua | 7:00 PM EDT |
| Aug 17 | St Kitts & Nevis Patriots vs Trinbago Knight Riders | Warner Park, St Kitts | 11:00 AM EDT |
| Aug 17 | Antigua & Barbuda Falcons vs Saint Lucia Kings | Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua | 7:00 PM EDT |
| … | … | … | … |
| Sep 21 | CPL 2025 Final | Providence Stadium, Guyana | Evening |
CPL 2025 Full Team Squads
Guyana Amazon Warriors
- Captain: Imran Tahir
- Shimron Hetmyer, Shai Hope, Glenn Phillips, Moeen Ali, Shamarh Brooks, Keemo Paul, Dwaine Pretorius, Romario Shepherd, Kemol Savory.
St Kitts & Nevis Patriots
- Captain: Kyle Mayers
- Jason Holder, Rilee Rossouw, Evin Lewis, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Corbin Bosch, Waqar Salamkheil, Andre Fletcher, Alick Athanaze, Mohammad Nawaz, Dominic Drakes, Mikyle Louis, Ashmead Nedd, Leniko Boucher.
Antigua & Barbuda Falcons
- Captain: Chris Green
- Imad Wasim, Fabian Allen, Shamar Springer, Mohammad Amir, Brandon King, Hayden Walsh Jr., Joshua James.
Saint Lucia Kings
- Captain: David Wiese
- Tim David, Tim Seifert, Ackeem Auguste, Johnson Charles, Alzarri Joseph, Matthew Forde.
Barbados Royals
- Captain: Rovman Powell
- Sherfane Rutherford, Quinton de Kock, Rahkeem Cornwall, Kyle Phillip, Akeal Hosein.
Trinbago Knight Riders
- Captain: Nicholas Pooran
- Sunil Narine, Kieron Pollard, Jayden Seales, Andre Russell, Colin Munro.
Where to Watch CPL 2025
Fans worldwide can catch all matches live on ESPN Caribbean, SportsMax, and various digital streaming platforms. Official live scores and updates are also available on CPL’s social media channels.
Why CPL 2025 Is a Must-Watch
- Top International Talent: Big names like Moeen Ali, Andre Russell, and Quinton de Kock are set to light up the tournament.
- Caribbean Flair: Expect passionate crowds, vibrant music, and a festive atmosphere unique to CPL.
- Competitive Format: Every match counts toward playoff qualification.
