CPL 2026 All Venues: Pitch Report, Records & Stadium Guide
CPL 2026 runs from August 7 – September 20, 2026, across 8 venues in 8 Caribbean territories — the most geographically expansive edition in the tournament’s 14-year history. For the first time, St Vincent & the Grenadines hosts CPL cricket, and for the first time, the CPL Final is held at Kensington Oval, Barbados. CPL 2026 All venues
CPL 2026 features 8 venues across 8 Caribbean territories: Arnos Vale (St Vincent), Sabina Park (Jamaica), Daren Sammy Stadium (St Lucia), Sir Vivian Richards Stadium (Antigua), Brian Lara Academy (Trinidad), Warner Park (St Kitts), Providence Stadium (Guyana), and Kensington Oval (Barbados). All four playoffs and the CPL 2026 Final are at Kensington Oval on September 20.
CPL 2026 All venues
1. Arnos Vale Stadium, St Vincent 🇻🇨
CPL 2026 Debut Venue — First-Ever CPL Matches in St Vincent
CPL 2026 Matches: 3 (Aug 7, 8, 9) — all neutral venue matches
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Arnos Vale Stadium / Arnos Vale Playing Field |
| Location | Arnos Vale, near Kingstown, St Vincent & the Grenadines |
| Established | 1981 (international debut) |
| Capacity | 18,000 |
| Owner | Windward Islands Cricket Board |
| Bowling Ends | Airport End, Bequia End |
| Boundary Length | 60–65m (shortest), 70–75m (longest) |
| Floodlights | Yes |
Pitch Report
The Arnos Vale Stadium is known for its balanced wickets, which provide equal opportunities to both batters and bowlers. High-scoring encounters are rare sightings at Arnos Vale cricket Stadium because the pitch here tends to favour both batters and bowlers, with spinners particularly benefiting from the surface, while fast bowlers find it difficult to get much from the pitch.
Phase Breakdown:
- Powerplay: Moderate pace; some early seam movement. Batters who play straight score freely.
- Middle overs: Spin comes into play meaningfully. Off-break and left-arm orthodox are effective.
- Death overs: Boundaries (60–65m short side) accessible for power hitters.
Key Records
| Format | Stat | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| First ODI | Feb 4, 1981 | West Indies vs England |
| First Test | June 20–24, 1997 | West Indies vs Sri Lanka |
| First T20I | July 27, 2013 | West Indies vs Pakistan |
| Last T20I | December 19, 2024 | West Indies vs Bangladesh |
| Highest ODI Total | 313/6 | West Indies vs England, 1994 |
| Avg T20 1st Innings | ~143–150 | Limited T20I sample |
| T20 Batting-First Win% | 50% | Equal split (small sample) |
| WI Overall Int’l Record | 19W / 7L / 1D / 1T | (28 international matches) |
CPL 2026 Context
In 2026, the Arnos Vale Stadium in St Vincent & the Grenadines will host CPL matches scheduled for the first time, with the first three games played there. All three opening matches are neutral fixtures — no home franchise. The tournament kicks off here on August 7.
CPL 2026 Matches at Arnos Vale:
- Aug 7: Jamaica Kingsmen vs Antigua & Barbuda Falcons
- Aug 8: St Kitts & Nevis Patriots vs Trinbago Knight Riders
- Aug 9: Antigua & Barbuda Falcons vs Saint Lucia Kings
Fantasy Tip: With very limited CPL data at this ground, target all-rounders who can contribute in both departments. The balanced pitch means no dominant bowling type — pick safe, consistent performers over high-variance specialists.
Toss Recommendation: Coin-flip. Limited data; slight preference to field first in evening matches due to moderate dew from the Airport End.
Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica 🇯🇲
Jamaica Kingsmen’s CPL Debut Home Ground
CPL 2026 Matches: 5 (Aug 11, 13, 15, 18, 21 — all Jamaica Kingsmen home games)
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Sabina Park |
| Location | Kingston, Jamaica |
| Established | 1895 |
| Capacity | 15,600 (official); up to 20,000 |
| Owner | Jamaica Cricket Association |
| Bowling Ends | Michael Holding End, Courtney Walsh End |
| Boundary Length | Short side: ~60m; Long side: ~75m |
| Floodlights | Yes |
| Timezone | UTC -05:00 (EST) |
Pitch Report
Sabina Park is one of the most pace-friendly venues in world cricket — historically producing genuine pace and carry that suits fast bowlers. Named after two of the greatest fast bowlers in history (Michael Holding and Courtney Walsh), the ground’s identity is built on speed.
Pitch Characteristics:
- Hard, true surface with consistent carry
- Faster than most Caribbean grounds in the power play
- Bounce is more pronounced than spin — not a spinner’s paradise
- Pitch holds up well across 20 overs; does not deteriorate quickly in T20 format
- The highest T20 score at Sabina Park is 215; the lowest is 85. The first batting team has won 5 out of 9 T20 matches, chasing team won 4.
Phase Breakdown:
- Powerplay: Genuine pace carry. Fast bowlers at the Michael Holding End get extra bounce. Batters who play off the back foot and cut effectively will score quickly.
- Middle overs: Unlike most Caribbean venues, spinners are less dominant here. Medium-pace cutters and slower balls are more effective than pure off-spin or leg-spin.
- Death overs: The true bounce makes clean hitting achievable. Average scores above 155 confirm this is a fair batting surface overall.
Key Records
| Format | Stat | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| First Test | April 3–12, 1930 | West Indies vs England |
| Last Test | July 12–14, 2025 | West Indies vs Australia |
| First ODI | April 26, 1984 | West Indies vs Australia |
| First T20I | February 19, 2014 | West Indies vs Ireland |
| Last T20I | July 23, 2025 | West Indies vs Australia |
| Tests Hosted | 55 | 19 bat-first wins, 22 bat-second wins |
| ODIs Hosted | 40 | 15 bat-first wins, 23 bat-second wins |
| Highest ODI Score | 174* — W U Tharanga (SL) vs India | |
| Lowest Test Total | 47 — West Indies vs England, 1935 | |
| T20 Highest Score | 215 | All T20 formats at Sabina Park |
| T20 Lowest Score | 85 | All T20 formats at Sabina Park |
| Avg T20 1st Innings | ~157 |
Recent T20I Results (2025)
In the 2nd T20I of Australia’s tour of West Indies (July 23, 2025) at Sabina Park, West Indies posted 172/8 in 20 overs, with Josh Inglis (78 off 33 balls) guiding Australia to 173/2 in 15.2 overs for an 8-wicket win. Adam Zampa took 3 wickets for Australia.
CPL 2026 Context
Sabina Park returns to T20 franchise cricket for the first time with the Jamaica Kingsmen’s debut. The Jamaica Kingsmen is a professional Twenty20 cricket team based in Kingston, Jamaica, established in 2026 following the acquisition of a new franchise slot by Fawad Sarwar, and they play their home matches at the historic Sabina Park.
CPL 2026 Matches at Sabina Park:
- Aug 11: Jamaica Kingsmen vs Barbados Royals
- Aug 13: Jamaica Kingsmen vs Guyana Amazon Warriors
- Aug 15: Jamaica Kingsmen vs Trinbago Knight Riders
- Aug 18: Jamaica Kingsmen vs St Kitts & Nevis Patriots
- Aug 21: Saint Lucia Kings vs Jamaica Kingsmen
Fantasy Tip: Pace bowlers over spinners. The Michael Holding End and Courtney Walsh End are named after two of cricket’s greatest fast bowlers for a reason — this pitch rewards pace. Right-arm fast-medium bowlers with good carry are premium picks. Target aggressive openers who play off the back foot.
Toss Recommendation: Slight preference to bat first (~56% in T20 format). Unlike most CPL venues, Sabina Park’s pace-friendly surface doesn’t deteriorate, meaning the team setting the target has consistent conditions throughout their innings.
3. Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, St Lucia 🇱🇨
CPL 2026 Matches: 6 (Aug 12, 14, 16, 19, 21 — St Lucia Kings home games)
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 15,000 |
| Bowling Ends | Pavilion End, Media Centre End |
| Boundary | 63–78m |
| Floodlights | Yes — first Caribbean ground with floodlights |
| Home Team | Saint Lucia Kings |
| CPL Title | 2024 Champions |
Pitch Report Summary
Flat, hard surface with good early pace. Spinners dominate from the 7th over onward with significant grip. Average T20 1st innings: ~162. Teams batting first have won 15 out of 37 T20 matches, with the average first-innings score being 162. Highest team score: 226/6 by St Lucia Zouks. Lowest team score: 69/10 by St Lucia Zouks.
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| T20 Avg 1st Innings | ~162 |
| Batting-First Win% | ~41% |
| Chasing Win% | ~59% |
| Highest T20 Total | 226/6 — St Lucia Zouks |
| Lowest T20 Total | 69/10 — St Lucia Zouks |
| Best T20I Bowling | 4/17 — Devendra Bishoo vs Pakistan |
| Most T20I Runs | 295 — Nicholas Pooran (11 matches) |
| Most T20I Wickets | 12 — Hayden Walsh (5 matches) |
Toss Recommendation: Field first. 59% chasing win rate + significant evening dew = strong chasing advantage.
Fantasy Tip: Target spinners from Ov 7+. Nicholas Pooran is the benchmark batter. Left-arm orthodox and leg-spinners are high-value picks.
Full detailed guide: Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium — Complete Article
4. Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua 🇦🇬
CPL 2026 Matches: 4 (Aug 20, 22, 23, 25 — Antigua & Barbuda Falcons home games)
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 10,000 |
| Location | North Sound, Antigua |
| Bowling Ends | Media Centre End, Pavilion End |
| Boundary | 60–75m |
| Floodlights | Yes |
| Home Team | Antigua & Barbuda Falcons |
| Notable | Hosted ICC World Cup 2007 |
Pitch Report Summary
Sir Vivian Richards Stadium (SVRS) offers a good batting surface with true bounce — characteristic of Antigua’s well-prepared pitches. Early seam movement is present but fades quickly. The pitch is neither as spin-friendly as Providence nor as pace-driven as Sabina Park — it sits comfortably in the middle.
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| T20 Avg 1st Innings | ~155 |
| Batting-First Win% | ~47% |
| Chasing Win% | ~53% |
| Highest T20I Total | 208/4 — West Indies vs Australia |
| Lowest T20I Total | 90 — West Indies |
| Best T20I Bowling | 4/20 — Dwayne Bravo |
Toss Recommendation: Marginal field-first preference. Evening dew is moderate; conditions are fairly balanced.
Fantasy Tip: All-around players excel here. The balanced pitch means no dominant discipline — favour consistent performers with dual contributions (bat + bowl or vice versa).
5. Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Trinidad 🇹🇹
CPL 2026 Matches: 5 (Aug 26, 28, 29, 31, Sep 2 — Trinbago Knight Riders home games)
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 15,000 |
| Location | Tarouba, San Fernando, Trinidad |
| Bowling Ends | North End, South End |
| Boundary | 60–72m |
| Floodlights | Yes |
| Home Team | Trinbago Knight Riders |
| CPL Titles | TKR: 5 (2015, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2025) |
Pitch Report Summary
Hard, bouncy surface that assists pace early and spin meaningfully from the middle overs. Dew factor is one of the highest in CPL — significantly benefits chasing teams in evening matches.
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| T20 Avg 1st Innings | ~150–165 |
| Batting-First Win% | ~43% |
| Chasing Win% | ~57% |
| Highest T20I Total | 267/3 — England vs West Indies, Dec 2023 |
| Lowest CPL Total | 55 — Guyana Amazon Warriors vs St Lucia Zouks, 2020 |
| Most T20 Runs | 517 — Colin Munro (15 matches) |
| Most T20 Wickets | 18 — Sunil Narine (15 matches, econ 5.56) |
Toss Recommendation: Field first. One of the highest dew impacts in CPL. Evening dew from Ov 13 onward is decisive.
Fantasy Tip: Sunil Narine is the gold standard pick at this venue. Spinners in the middle overs are the highest-value fantasy category. Colin Munro is the premium batting pick.
Full detailed guide: Brian Lara Cricket Academy — Complete Article
6. Warner Park, Basseterre, St Kitts 🇰🇳
CPL 2026 Matches: 4 (Aug 27, 30, Sep 1, 3 — SK&N Patriots home games)
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 8,000–10,000 |
| Location | Basseterre, St Kitts |
| Bowling Ends | Pavilion End, Lozack Road End |
| Boundary | 60–69m |
| Floodlights | Yes |
| Home Team | St Kitts & Nevis Patriots |
| CPL Title | 2021 Champions |
Pitch Report Summary
Slow, dry, grippy surface that rewards spin bowling significantly from the 7th over. Trade winds from the NE create a consistent crosswind that aids swing from the Lozack Road End. Warner Park is unique in being a batting-first ground in ODIs (~62%) but a marginal chasing ground in T20S (~54%) — the format distinction matters greatly here.
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| T20 Avg 1st Innings (CPL) | ~155–166 |
| Batting-First Win% (T20) | ~46% |
| Chasing Win% (T20) | ~54% |
| ODI Batting-First Win% | ~62% |
| Highest T20I Wickets | 12 — Kesrick Williams |
| CPL Avg 1st Innings | ~166 |
Toss Recommendation: Field first in T20 (evening dew). Bat first in ODIs.
Fantasy Tip: Kesrick Williams is the venue’s star bowler pick. Pace variation (slower balls, cutters) is more effective than raw pace. Spinners from Ov 7 are high-value.
Full detailed guide: [Warner Park Cricket Stadium — Complete Article]
7. Providence Stadium, Guyana 🇬🇾
CPL 2026 Matches: 5 (Sep 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13 — Guyana Amazon Warriors home games)
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 20,000 |
| Location | Providence, East Bank Demerara, Guyana |
| Bowling Ends | Media Centre End, Pavilion End |
| Boundary | 60–78m |
| Floodlights | Yes |
| Home Team | Guyana Amazon Warriors |
| CPL Title | 2023 Champions |
Pitch Report Summary
The slowest and most spin-friendly pitch in Caribbean cricket. Very low T20I average (133) — though CPL conditions produce higher scores (160+). Chasing teams win ~60% of T20Is due to significant evening dew. Shahid Afridi’s 7/12 ODI figures and Fazalhaq Farooqi’s 5/9 T20I figures both confirm how lethal quality bowling is at this venue.
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| T20I Avg 1st Innings | ~133 |
| CPL Avg 1st Innings | ~160+ |
| Batting-First Win% (T20I) | ~33% |
| Chasing Win% (T20I) | ~60% |
| Highest T20I Total | 191/5 — England vs WI, 2010 |
| Lowest T20I Total | 39 — Uganda vs WI, T20 WC 2024 |
| Most T20I Runs | 289 — Nicholas Pooran |
| Most T20I Wickets | 9 — Fazalhaq Farooqi (2 matches) |
| Best ODI Bowling | 7/12 — Shahid Afridi vs WI, 2013 |
| Best T20I Bowling | 5/9 — Fazalhaq Farooqi vs Uganda, 2024 |
Toss Recommendation: Field first. Strongest chasing advantage in all of CPL cricket.
Fantasy Tip: Spinners are mandatory. Akeal Hosein and left-arm orthodox bowlers are premium picks. Nicholas Pooran is the standout batting captain option — his 289 T20I runs at 57.80 average here are extraordinary.
Full detailed guide: [Providence Stadium Guyana — Complete Article]
8. Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados 🇧🇧
First-Ever CPL Final Host — September 20, 2026
CPL 2026 Matches: 9 (Sep 5–13 league games + Sep 16 Eliminator + Sep 17 Q1 + Sep 18 Q2 + Sep 20 FINAL)
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Kensington Oval |
| Location | Bridgetown, Barbados |
| Established | 1871 |
| Capacity | 28,000–30,549 |
| Bowling Ends | Malcolm Marshall End, Joel Garner End |
| Boundary | 60–69m square; longer straight |
| Floodlights | Yes |
| Home Team | Barbados Royals (Tridents) |
| CPL Titles | 2 (2014, 2019) |
| ICC Events | 2007 WC Final, 2024 T20 WC Final |
Pitch Report Summary
Hard, true, fast-and-bouncy surface — the most pace-friendly CPL venue. Historically rewards batters but also gives genuine carry to pace bowlers. Unlike most CPL venues, batting first wins ~61% of T20Is here — the only Caribbean ground where this is the case. CPL evening matches see moderate dew from ~Ov 13 onward, which narrows the batting-first advantage in the league stage.
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| T20I Avg 1st Innings | ~153–154 |
| Batting-First Win% (T20I) | ~61% |
| Chasing Win% (T20I) | ~33% |
| CPL Avg 1st Innings | ~155–165 |
| Highest T20I Total | 224/5 — West Indies vs England, 2022 |
| Lowest T20I Total | 80 — Afghanistan vs South Africa, 2010 |
| Highest T20I Individual | 107 — Rovman Powell vs England, 2022 |
| Best T20I Bowling | 5/27 — Jason Holder vs England, 2022 |
| Highest ODI Total | 364/4 — England vs WI, 2019 |
| Most Test Runs | 1,447 — Shivnarine Chanderpaul |
| Most Test Wickets | 53 — Courtney Walsh |
CPL 2026 League Matches at Kensington Oval:
- Sep 5: Barbados Royals vs Trinbago Knight Riders (8:00 PM)
- Sep 6: Barbados Royals vs Saint Lucia Kings (7:00 PM)
- Sep 10: Barbados Royals vs St Kitts & Nevis Patriots (7:00 PM)
- Sep 12: Barbados Royals vs Jamaica Kingsmen (8:00 PM)
- Sep 13: Barbados Royals vs Guyana Amazon Warriors (7:00 PM)
Playoffs at Kensington Oval:
- Sep 16: Eliminator (3rd vs 4th) — 7:00 PM
- Sep 17: Qualifier 1 (1st vs 2nd) — 8:00 PM
- Sep 18: Qualifier 2 — 7:00 PM
- Sep 20: CPL 2026 FINAL — 7:00 PM
Toss Recommendation: Bat first — the strongest batting-first advantage of all CPL venues in T20I cricket. For CPL evening conditions (7–8 PM starts), dew softens this slightly, but batting first remains the preferred strategy.
Fantasy Tip: Rovman Powell is the #1 captain pick at Kensington Oval. Jason Holder is the standout bowling pick. Target pace over spin — the Malcolm Marshall End and true bounce reward fast bowling more than any other CPL venue.
Full detailed guide: [Kensington Oval CPL 2026 Guide — Complete Article]
CPL 2026 Toss Guide — All Venues At a Glance
| Venue | T20 Toss Recommendation | Key Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Arnos Vale, St Vincent | Coin-flip | Balanced pitch; limited data |
| Sabina Park, Jamaica | Bat first | Pace-friendly; no dew deterioration |
| Daren Sammy, St Lucia | Field first | 59% chasing; heavy evening dew |
| SVR Stadium, Antigua | Field first (marginal) | Moderate dew; balanced conditions |
| Brian Lara Academy, Trinidad | Field first | Highest dew impact; 57% chasing wins |
| Warner Park, St Kitts | Field first (T20) | Dew + slow pitch benefits chasers |
| Providence, Guyana | Field first | 60% chasing wins; heaviest dew |
| Kensington Oval, Barbados | Bat first | 61% batting-first wins; lightest dew |
Fantasy Cricket Quick-Pick by Venue
| Venue | #1 Batter Pick | #1 Bowler Pick | All-Rounder | Avoid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnos Vale | Consistent opener | Medium-pace all-rounder | Safe pick | High-variance sloggers |
| Sabina Park | Back-foot player; cutter of pace | Fast-medium pacer | Jason Holder type | Pure spinners |
| Daren Sammy | Nicholas Pooran | Hayden Walsh / left-arm spin | Spin all-rounder | Openers with poor sweep game |
| SVRS Antigua | Balanced striker | Medium-pace all-rounder | Dual-threat | Specialist spinners |
| Brian Lara Academy | Colin Munro / LH batter | Sunil Narine | Spin-batting combo | Pure pacers (Ovs 7–15) |
| Warner Park | Sweep-game batter | Kesrick Williams | Pace-variation bowler | Power batters vs spin |
| Providence | Nicholas Pooran | Akeal Hosein / Farooqi type | Spin all-rounder | Pace-reliant openers |
| Kensington Oval | Rovman Powell | Jason Holder | Pace all-rounder | Pure spinners as lead pick |
FAQs
1. Which CPL 2026 venue has the highest scoring pitch?
The Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in St Lucia has the highest CPL average first innings score of 162 — making it the most run-friendly venue in CPL 2026. Kensington Oval (153) and Warner Park (155–166 CPL average) also produce high scores.
2. Which CPL 2026 venue is most spinner-friendly?
Providence Stadium, Guyana, is the most spin-friendly venue in CPL 2026 — and arguably the most spin-dominant T20 venue in the entire Caribbean. The pitch at Providence Stadium is known for its slow nature, making it a challenging venue for batters, with spinners truly benefiting from the conditions and extracting sharp turn. Warner Park (St Kitts) and Brian Lara Academy (Trinidad) are close behind.
3. Which CPL 2026 venue should teams bat first at?
Kensington Oval, Barbados, is the only major CPL venue where batting first is clearly recommended — with a ~61% T20I win rate for teams setting targets. Sabina Park (Jamaica) is the other venue where batting first is slightly preferred. All other CPL 2026 venues marginally favour chasing teams.
4. Which CPL 2026 venue is new to the tournament?
Two venues are making their CPL debut in 2026: St Vincent & the Grenadines will host CPL matches for the first time, with Arnos Vale Stadium selected as the venue for the opening fixtures. Additionally, Sabina Park in Jamaica returns to CPL cricket for the first time with the debut of the Jamaica Kingsmen franchise.
5. Where is the CPL 2026 Final being played?
The CPL 2026 Final is at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados on September 20, 2026. Barbados will stage the CPL finals for the first time, providing a landmark setting for the conclusion of the tournament. All four playoff matches are also at Kensington Oval.
6. Which CPL 2026 venue has the worst dew problem?
Providence Stadium (Guyana) and Brian Lara Cricket Academy (Trinidad) have the heaviest evening dew of all CPL 2026 venues — both inland venues with high humidity. Kensington Oval (Barbados) has the lightest dew impact due to consistent sea breezes from the Caribbean Sea.
7. Which venue has the smallest capacity in CPL 2026?
Warner Park in Basseterre, St Kitts, has the smallest permanent capacity at 8,000–10,000 seats — the most intimate CPL venue. Kensington Oval has the largest capacity at 28,000–30,000, hosting the CPL Final on September 20.
8. What are the boundary lengths across CPL 2026 venues?
| Venue | Shortest Boundary | Longest Boundary |
|---|---|---|
| Arnos Vale, St Vincent | 60–65m | 70–75m |
| Sabina Park, Jamaica | ~60m | ~75m |
| Daren Sammy, St Lucia | 63m | 78m |
| SVRS, Antigua | 60m | 75m |
| Brian Lara Academy, Trinidad | 60m | 72m |
| Warner Park, St Kitts | 60m | 69m |
| Providence, Guyana | 60m | 78m |
| Kensington Oval, Barbados | 60m | 69m (square) |
Summary
CPL 2026 is the most geographically diverse and structurally ambitious edition of the Caribbean Premier League since its 2013 inception. Eight venues across eight territories offer fans, analysts, and fantasy cricket managers an extraordinary range of pitch conditions — from the slowest, most spin-dominated surface in the Caribbean at Providence (Guyana) to the fastest, most pace-friendly pitch at Sabina Park (Jamaica) and the most historic ground in the tournament’s history at Kensington Oval (Barbados).
Each venue tells a different story and demands a different tactical approach:
- Providence and Warner Park demand spinners and patient batting.
- Sabina Park and Kensington Oval reward pace bowling and aggressive batting first.
- Daren Sammy, Brian Lara Academy, and Arnos Vale sit in between — balanced, tactically nuanced, and rewarding of all-round squads.
- Arnos Vale brings fresh energy and zero prior CPL data — a genuine wildcard in the tournament’s opening three matches.
The CPL 2026 season’s climax at Kensington Oval — a ground that has hosted the first West Indies Test (1930), Garfield Sobers’ world-record 365* (1958), the ICC World Cup Final (2007), and the ICC T20 World Cup Final (2024) — adds one more layer of history. On September 20, 2026, the Caribbean’s biggest T20 franchise tournament will hold its grand finale at the Caribbean’s most iconic cricket ground for the very first time.
