BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – THE Federation continues to reap the benefits of sports tourism, with the 2025 Caribbean Premier League (CPL) season generating nearly US$20 million in economic activity.
The tournament remains a key fixture on the regional sporting calendar, and officials from the Caribbean Premier League confirmed in a media statement that the St. Kitts and Nevis leg delivered a total economic impact of US$19.9 million.
The figures are based on an independent Economic Impact Assessment conducted by GSIQ.
Last season featured five matches at Warner Park, producing a direct economic impact of US$14 million. In addition, the event generated US$5.9 million in international media value, promoting St. Kitts and Nevis across global broadcast, digital and social media platforms.
“A total of 17,019 fans attended CPL matches in St. Kitts and Nevis, including 3,105 international visitors,” the league said in its statement. “Visiting supporters stayed an average of 3.7 nights and spent approximately US$3,100 per trip, contributing US$12 million in attendee spending. This supported accommodation providers, restaurants, transport operators and other local businesses across the Federation.”
CPL’s direct investment also contributed to the local economy. In 2025, the tournament spent US$1.1 million locally, creating 94 jobs. This included US$413,000 directed to local suppliers and US$149,000 in wages.
The league also supported a number of community initiatives, including youth cricket development programmes and corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects benefiting government and community organisations.
Over the past decade, the CPL and the St Kitts & Nevis Patriots have invested a combined US$13.6 million directly into the Federation, underscoring a strong and sustained economic partnership.
Beyond the financial impact, St. Kitts and Nevis also gained significant international exposure. The tournament’s global reach generated US$5.9 million in media value, with broadcast coverage accounting for the majority. India emerged as the most valuable overseas market, contributing US$3.2 million in media value and highlighting the CPL’s ability to showcase the Federation to a global audience.
Chief Executive Officer of the CPL, Pete Russell, said the figures reflect the tournament’s growing importance to the local economy.
“St. Kitts and Nevis has long been one of the great homes of CPL cricket. Delivering an event impact of US$19.9 million highlights the significant role the tournament plays in supporting tourism, creating jobs and generating global exposure for the Federation. Warner Park always provides an incredible atmosphere, and the passion of the fans in St. Kitts and Nevis makes it a special part of the CPL calendar,” Russell said.
The 2026 CPL season runs from 15 August to 22 September, with the inclusion of a new franchise from Jamaica.
