(CMC) – Trinidad and Tobago will play host to the third edition of the Women’s Caribbean Premier League when the tournament kicks off in August.
The inaugural tournament in 2022 was staged in St. Kitts and Nevis, while last year’s showpiece was played in Barbados and Trinidad and Tobago.
“We would like to thank Trinidad and Tobago for agreeing to host this tournament, and we are excited to have the Massy WCPL take place before we get the men’s tournament underway,” said CPL chief executive Pete Russell.
“The commitment that the Trinidad & Tobago government has shown to women’s sport has been phenomenal, and we are looking forward to another superb exhibition of world-class cricket over these seven matches from August 21 to August 29.”
The tournament will see champions Barbados Royals, Guyana Amazon Warriors, and Trinbago Knight Riders clash in six group games, with the top two teams featuring in the final.
Regional and international stars will comprise the three teams, and Trinidad and Tobago Sports Minister, Shamfa Cudjoe-Lewis, said the country was pleased to be showcasing the tournament’s “extraordinary talent.”
“We are delighted to host once again the Massy Women’s Caribbean Premier League, where the extraordinary talent of women in sport from across the region will be showcased,” she said.
“This tournament highlights the incredible skills of our female cricketers and underscores Trinidad and Tobago’s unwavering commitment to promoting gender equality and fostering inclusivity in sport.
“The Ministry of Sport and Community Development takes pride in spearheading the advancement of women’s cricket and sport tourism in Trinidad and Tobago, and we look forward to welcoming players and fans alike to our shores for an electrifying display of cricketing excellence.”
The men’s tournament, meanwhile, will be played from August 29 to October 6.
