Saint Kitts and Nevis Patriots: CPL Franchise Profile
Profile of Saint Kitts and Nevis Patriots, a Caribbean Premier League franchise based at Warner Park: origins, home ground and role in the tournament.
Saint Kitts and Nevis Patriots are the Caribbean Premier League franchise representing the twin-island federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis. The team joined the competition in 2015 and plays its home games at Warner Park in Basseterre.
Origins
The CPL began in 2013 with six teams, and the Patriots entered later as the league settled into its structure. The franchise carries a name that celebrates the federation’s national identity, and it gives the smaller islands of the Leeward group a place in the region’s main T20 competition.
Home ground
Warner Park, officially the Warner Park Sporting Complex, is the team’s base. It has hosted Test matches, one-day and Twenty20 internationals, and is one of the smaller grounds in the Caribbean, which can create a lively atmosphere. The pitch tends to suit stroke-making batters, and the boundaries are relatively short.
In the tournament
The Patriots have been regular participants in the CPL and have reached the later stages of the tournament at times. This page does not give a title record, as fans looking for exact results should check the competition’s official history.
Significance
Despite the small population of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the islands have produced a number of notable cricketers, and the franchise helps to keep local cricket visible. Squads are rebuilt every season through the CPL’s draft and signings, so no current players are listed here.
Frequently asked questions
Where do the Patriots play?
At Warner Park in Basseterre, Saint Kitts.
Which league do they compete in?
The Caribbean Premier League (CPL).
When did the Patriots enter the CPL?
The franchise joined the competition in 2015.