By Anas Ahmed 
St Kitts & Nevis Patriots Bring Big Names and Bold Plans to CPL 2025
As the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025 draft wraps up, St Kitts & Nevis Patriots have emerged with one of the most balanced and explosive squads of the tournament. With a clear intent to return to title contention, the franchise made headlines with the acquisition of former West Indies captain Jason Holder and the in-form Alick Athanaze, both transferring from the Barbados Royals.
Their return to Warner Park for the CPL 2025 opener on 14 August against the Antigua & Barbuda Falcons promises fireworks, setting the tone for a high-octane campaign.
Experience Meets Explosiveness
Holder’s arrival not only strengthens the bowling and lower-order batting but brings invaluable leadership and composure to the Patriots’ dressing room. Paired with Athanaze’s dynamic middle-order presence, the Patriots now possess a well-rounded spine capable of handling high-pressure scenarios.
Backing these marquee signings is the return of South African T20 powerhouse Rilee Rossouw, a familiar face for Patriots fans, alongside the lively all-round skills of Corbin Bosch.
The Patriots’ strategy appears focused on depth and adaptability, as they’ve added spin-bowling all-rounders Jyd Goolie and Navin Bidaisee, both young, exciting talents from Trinidad & Tobago. Their inclusion boosts options with the ball while enhancing batting flexibility.
Full Patriots Squad for CPL 2025
- 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
- Jeremiah Louis
- Jyd Goolie
- Navin Bidaisee
- Leniko Boucher
A Tournament to Remember
The CPL 2025 will span multiple Caribbean nations including Saint Lucia, Antigua & Barbuda, Barbados, and Trinidad & Tobago, before culminating with the grand finale in Guyana on 21 September. With such a diverse and experienced roster, the Patriots are primed to be one of the standout teams of the tournament.
As the countdown to CPL 2025 begins, all eyes will be on whether St Kitts & Nevis can translate their strategic signings into on-field success and reclaim their dominance in Caribbean T20 cricket.