St Kitts & Nevis Patriots 2026 Schedule: CPL Fixtures, Venues & Squad
By Ahmed Raza | Last updated: July 28, 2026
The St Kitts & Nevis Patriots begin their CPL 2026 campaign on 8 August against Trinbago Knight Riders at Arnos Vale Stadium in St Vincent. They play 10 league matches, including 4 home games at Warner Park between 27 August and 3 September.
CPL 2026 runs from 7 August to 20 September, spans seven teams and 39 matches, and stages its playoffs at Kensington Oval, Barbados.
Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Team | St Kitts & Nevis Patriots |
| Captain | Jason Holder |
| Head Coach | Malolan Rangarajan |
| Home Ground | Warner Park, Basseterre |
| Home Matches | 4 |
| League Matches | 10 |
| Tournament Dates | 7 Aug – 20 Sep 2026 |
| First Match | 8 August vs Trinbago Knight Riders |
Full Match Schedule
| # | Date | Oppo. | Venue | Time (Local) | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sat, 8 Aug | Trinbago Knight Riders | Arnos Vale Stadium, St Vincent | 7:00 PM | Neutral |
| 2 | Wed, 12 Aug | Saint Lucia Kings | Daren Sammy Stadium, Gros Islet | 7:00 PM | Away |
| 3 | Tue, 18 Aug | Jamaica Kingsmen | Sabina Park, Jamaica | 7:00 PM | Away |
| 4 | Thu, 20 Aug | Antigua & Barbuda Falcons | Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound | 7:00 PM | Away |
| 5 | Thu, 27 Aug | Jamaica Kingsmen | Warner Park, Basseterre | 7:00 PM | Home |
| 6 | Sun, 30 Aug | Antigua & Barbuda Falcons | Warner Park, Basseterre | 7:00 PM | Home |
| 7 | Tue, 1 Sep | Barbados Royals | Warner Park, Basseterre | 7:00 PM | Home |
| 8 | Thu, 3 Sep | Saint Lucia Kings | Warner Park, Basseterre | 7:00 PM | Home |
| 9 | Sun, 6 Sep | Guyana Amazon Warriors | Providence Stadium, Guyana | 10:00 AM | Away |
| 10 | Thu, 10 Sep | Barbados Royals | Kensington Oval, Barbados | 7:00 PM | Away |
View the full CPL 2026 Schedule for every team’s fixtures, or the CPL 2026 Points Table to track the standings as the group stage unfolds.
Home Matches at Warner Park
The Patriots’ four home games are packed into a compact 8-day window at the end of August and start of September, all under floodlights with a 7:00 PM start.
| Date | Oppo. | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, 27 Aug | Jamaica Kingsmen | 7:00 PM |
| Sun, 30 Aug | Antigua & Barbuda Falcons | 7:00 PM |
| Tue, 1 Sep | Barbados Royals | 7:00 PM |
| Thu, 3 Sep | Saint Lucia Kings | 7:00 PM |
Warner Park Venue Guide
Warner Park Sporting Complex in Basseterre is the Patriots’ home ground — a compact, atmospheric venue with a capacity of around 10,000, known for lively crowds and a pitch that tends to favor batters under floodlights. It has hosted 39 T20Is to date.
Pitch behaviour: The surface at Warner Park is generally flat and batter-friendly, with high totals common; the sea breeze can occasionally help swing bowlers with the new ball before the pitch settles down for stroke play.
Getting there: Warner Park sits close to central Basseterre; taxis are readily available from town and from the cruise port area for evening matches.
Parking: On-site parking is limited — arriving around 90 minutes before the 7:00 PM start is recommended to avoid the pre-match crush.
Food stalls: Local food stalls and street vendors outside the ground are part of the authentic CPL experience, offering Kittitian food and drinks well before the toss.
Best seating areas: General admission areas fill up fast for home games, so early arrival secures a better spot; covered stands are worth the extra cost if you want shade during the pre-match build-up, while open stands closer to the boundary give a livelier, closer view of the action.
Weather in late August/early September: Evenings are warm with a steady sea breeze, which keeps conditions more comfortable than an afternoon game; short showers are possible but rarely disrupt a 7:00 PM start for long.
Squad & Key Players
| Team | Local Players | Overseas Players |
|---|---|---|
| St Kitts & Nevis Patriots | 12 | 5 |
St Kitts & Nevis Patriots 2026 Squad
Local Players: Johnson Charles, Jason Holder, Kyle Mayers, Andre Fletcher, Alick Athanaze, Kevin Wickham, Obed McCoy, Ashmead Nedd, Jeremiah Louis, Micah McKenzie, Navin Bidaisee, Mikyle Louis.
Overseas Players: Naseem Shah (Pakistan), Dasun Shanaka (Sri Lanka), Waqar Salamkheil (Afghanistan), Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka), Nikhil Chaudhary (Australia).
Players to Watch
- Johnson Charles — the CPL’s all-time leading run-scorer, capable of accelerating hard in the powerplay on Warner Park’s flat, batter-friendly deck.
- Jason Holder — captain and match-winner; his bat-and-ball performances kept Patriots’ 2025 playoff hopes alive, and his leadership gives the squad tactical solidity.
- Obed McCoy — a fresh 2026 signing whose left-arm pace and death-overs skill add a new dimension to the bowling attack.
- Andre Fletcher — second on the CPL’s all-time run-scoring list, and retained via Right to Match precisely because he anchors the batting order.
Rivals & Analysis
| Oppo. | Head-to-Head Context | Key Threat | Patriots Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinbago Knight Riders | Season opener, defending champions | Deep, experienced squad | Fresh-start momentum |
| Saint Lucia Kings | 2021 final rivals | Strong batting lineup | Warner Park home comfort in the return leg |
| Jamaica Kingsmen | New franchise, no history | Unknown quantity | Squad experience |
| Antigua & Barbuda Falcons | Faced home and away | Pace attack | Familiar conditions at Warner Park |
| Barbados Royals | Faced home and away | Top-order depth | Johnson Charles’ power play hitting |
| Guyana Amazon Warriors | Early 10 AM start, tricky conditions | Spin-friendly attack later in the innings | Obed McCoy’s new-ball threat |
Tickets
- Official channel: cplt20.com ticketing portal
- Warner Park’s 10,000-seat capacity fills up quickly for home matches, so buying in advance is recommended
- All four home games are floodlit with 7:00 PM starts, making the evening heat far more manageable than an afternoon game
- Parking around Warner Park is limited; arriving 90 minutes early is advisable
- Local food stalls and street vendors outside the ground add to the matchday experience
Tickets for St Kitts & Nevis Patriots home matches at Warner Park are available through the official CPL ticketing platform. Fans are encouraged to book early, as popular fixtures can sell out quickly.
Franchise History
Founded in 2015 as a replacement for the Antigua Hawksbills, the Patriots have grown into a competitive CPL franchise, headlined by their 2021 title win — a last-ball thriller against the Saint Lucia Kings.
| Season | Finish | Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 6th | Debut season |
| 2016 | 5th | — |
| 2017 | 3rd | — |
| 2018 | 2nd | Runners-up |
| 2019 | 4th | — |
| 2021 | 🏆 Champions | Last-ball final win vs Saint Lucia Kings |
| 2022 | 5th | 6ixty title won |
| 2023 | 4th | — |
| 2024 | 4th | — |
| 2025 | 5th | 4W–6L; Holder’s heroics kept playoff hopes alive |
| 2026 | TBD | Rebuilt squad around Charles, McCoy, and Wickham |
Notable stats: One CPL Championship (2021); one CPL 6ixty title (2022); Andre Fletcher sits 2nd on the CPL’s all-time run-scoring list; Warner Park has hosted 39 T20Is.
What’s New in CPL 2026
- Seven-team format — the league expands from six to seven franchises.
- Jamaica Kingsmen join the CPL as a brand-new expansion team.
- Arnos Vale Stadium debut — St Vincent & the Grenadines hosts CPL cricket for the first time, staging the tournament opener.
- Finals in Barbados — Kensington Oval hosts the CPL playoffs and Grand Final for the first time.
FAQs
When does the St Kitts & Nevis Patriots’ CPL 2026 season start?
Saturday, 8 August 2026, against Trinbago Knight Riders at Arnos Vale Stadium in St Vincent & the Grenadines, at 7:00 PM local time.
How many matches do the Patriots play in CPL 2026?
10 group-stage matches — 4 at home (Warner Park) and 6 away — between 8 August and 10 September 2026.
How many home matches do the Patriots play?
Four, all at Warner Park between 27 August and 3 September, against Jamaica Kingsmen, Antigua & Barbuda Falcons, Barbados Royals, and Saint Lucia Kings.
Where do the Patriots play their home games?
Warner Park Sporting Complex in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, has a capacity of roughly 10,000.
What time do home matches start?
All four home matches start at 7:00 PM local time under floodlights.
Who is the captain of St Kitts & Nevis Patriots in CPL 2026?
Jason Holder, re-drafted for 2026 after leading the side since 2025.
Who is the head coach?
Malolan Rangarajan continues to work with the squad’s development heading into 2026; confirm the exact head coach title against the official team announcement, as staffing details can change.
Has Evin Lewis left the Patriots?
Yes — after over a decade with the franchise, Evin Lewis signed with the Antigua & Barbuda Falcons ahead of CPL 2026.
Who are the key new signings for 2026?
Johnson Charles (the CPL’s all-time leading run-scorer), Obed McCoy (left-arm fast bowler), and Kevin Wickham (wicketkeeper-batter) all join the franchise for the first time in 2026.
When are the CPL 2026 playoffs, and where is the final?
All four playoff matches — Eliminator, Qualifier 1, Qualifier 2, and the Final — are held at Kensington Oval, Barbados, between 16 and 20 September 2026. Teams finishing 1st or 2nd advance directly to the Qualifiers.
Have the Patriots ever won the CPL?
Yes — their only title came in 2021, beating the Saint Lucia Kings in a last-ball final under captain Dwayne Bravo.
What is the earliest start time in the Patriots’ 2026 schedule?
The 6 September match against Guyana Amazon Warriors at Providence Stadium starts at 10:00 AM local time — the only day game on their schedule.
