CPL 2026 Schedule: Full Fixtures, Dates, Venues & Timings

The CPL 2026 brings another exciting season of fast and fun T20 cricket in the Caribbean. This year, the CPL 2026 schedule has some new changes. A new team has joined the tournament, and for the first time, matches will be hosted in St Vincent and the Grenadines. Fans can check the full list of matches, dates, and stadiums to plan. The tournament will run from August to September 2026.

Also, the bigger tournament means there will be more matches played on different islands. Knowing the CPL 2026 match schedule helps fans watch every game. Whether you support your favorite team or enjoy the exciting atmosphere, this guide makes everything easy to understand. It also includes important information about venues, match times, and the playoff rounds.

Tournament Overview

The 2026 edition is the 14th season of the Caribbean Premier League, organized by Cricket West Indies. Here are the key tournament facts at a glance:

  • Event start & end date: August 7 to September 20, 2026
  • Format: Twenty20 (T20) — each innings is 20 overs
  • Total matches: 39 (35 group stage + 1 Eliminator + 2 Qualifiers + 1 Final)
  • Teams: 7 franchises — including new entrant Jamaica Kingsmen
  • Venues: Arnos Vale (St Vincent), Sabina Park (Jamaica), Daren Sammy Ground (St Lucia), Sir Vivian Richards Stadium (Antigua), Warner Park (St Kitts), Queen’s Park Oval (Trinidad), Providence Stadium (Guyana), Kensington Oval (Barbados)
  • Default start time: 7:00 PM AST (most matches) — see table for exceptions
  • Title sponsor: Republic Bank CPL 2026

CPL 2026 Schedule

All times shown in Atlantic Standard Time (AST, UTC−4). Use the converter below the table for your timezone. CPL 2026 schedules are subject to change—always confirm on cplt20.com.

Match Date Teams Time (AST) Venue
17 Aug 2026Jamaica Kingsmen vs Antigua & Barbuda Falcons7:00 PMArnos Vale Stadium, St Vincent
28 Aug 2026St Kitts & Nevis Patriots vs Trinbago Knight Riders7:00 PMArnos Vale Stadium, St Vincent
39 Aug 2026Antigua & Barbuda Falcons vs Saint Lucia Kings7:00 PMArnos Vale Stadium, St Vincent
411 Aug 2026Jamaica Kingsmen vs Barbados Royals7:00 PMSabina Park, Jamaica
512 Aug 2026Saint Lucia Kings vs St Kitts & Nevis Patriots7:00 PMDaren Sammy Cricket Ground, St Lucia
613 Aug 2026Jamaica Kingsmen vs Guyana Amazon Warriors7:00 PMSabina Park, Jamaica
714 Aug 2026Saint Lucia Kings vs Antigua & Barbuda Falcons7:00 PMDaren Sammy Cricket Ground, St Lucia
815 Aug 2026Jamaica Kingsmen vs Trinbago Knight Riders7:00 PMSabina Park, Jamaica
916 Aug 2026Saint Lucia Kings vs Barbados Royals7:00 PMDaren Sammy Cricket Ground, St Lucia
1018 Aug 2026Jamaica Kingsmen vs St Kitts & Nevis Patriots7:00 PMSabina Park, Jamaica
1119 Aug 2026Saint Lucia Kings vs Guyana Amazon Warriors7:00 PMDaren Sammy Cricket Ground, St Lucia
1220 Aug 2026Antigua & Barbuda Falcons vs St Kitts & Nevis Patriots7:00 PMSir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua
1321 Aug 2026Saint Lucia Kings vs Jamaica Kingsmen7:00 PMDaren Sammy Cricket Ground, St Lucia
1422 Aug 2026Antigua & Barbuda Falcons vs Trinbago Knight Riders7:00 PMSir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua
1523 Aug 2026Antigua & Barbuda Falcons vs Guyana Amazon Warriors7:00 PMSir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua
1625 Aug 2026Antigua & Barbuda Falcons vs Barbados Royals7:00 PMSir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua
1726 Aug 2026Trinbago Knight Riders vs Saint Lucia Kings7:00 PMQueen’s Park Oval, Trinidad
1827 Aug 2026St Kitts & Nevis Patriots vs Jamaica Kingsmen7:00 PMWarner Park, St Kitts
1928 Aug 2026Trinbago Knight Riders vs Barbados Royals8:00 PMQueen’s Park Oval, Trinidad
2029 Aug 2026Trinbago Knight Riders vs Guyana Amazon Warriors7:00 PMQueen’s Park Oval, Trinidad
2130 Aug 2026St Kitts & Nevis Patriots vs Antigua & Barbuda Falcons7:00 PMWarner Park, St Kitts
2231 Aug 2026Trinbago Knight Riders vs Jamaica Kingsmen5:00 PMQueen’s Park Oval, Trinidad
231 Sep 2026St Kitts & Nevis Patriots vs Barbados Royals7:00 PMWarner Park, St Kitts
242 Sep 2026Trinbago Knight Riders vs Antigua & Barbuda Falcons7:00 PMQueen’s Park Oval, Trinidad
253 Sep 2026St Kitts & Nevis Patriots vs Saint Lucia Kings7:00 PMWarner Park, St Kitts
264 Sep 2026Guyana Amazon Warriors vs Jamaica Kingsmen7:00 PMProvidence Stadium, Guyana
275 Sep 2026Barbados Royals vs Trinbago Knight Riders8:00 PMKensington Oval, Barbados
286 Sep 2026Guyana Amazon Warriors vs St Kitts & Nevis Patriots10:00 AMProvidence Stadium, Guyana
296 Sep 2026Barbados Royals vs Saint Lucia Kings7:00 PMKensington Oval, Barbados
308 Sep 2026Guyana Amazon Warriors vs Antigua & Barbuda Falcons7:00 PMProvidence Stadium, Guyana
319 Sep 2026Guyana Amazon Warriors vs Saint Lucia Kings7:00 PMProvidence Stadium, Guyana
3210 Sep 2026Barbados Royals vs St Kitts & Nevis Patriots7:00 PMKensington Oval, Barbados
3311 Sep 2026Guyana Amazon Warriors vs Trinbago Knight Riders7:00 PMProvidence Stadium, Guyana
3412 Sep 2026Barbados Royals vs Jamaica Kingsmen8:00 PMKensington Oval, Barbados
3513 Sep 2026Barbados Royals vs Guyana Amazon Warriors7:00 PMKensington Oval, Barbados
QF16 Sep 2026Eliminator (3rd vs 4th)7:00 PMKensington Oval, Barbados
Q117 Sep 2026Qualifier 1 (1st vs 2nd)8:00 PMKensington Oval, Barbados
Q218 Sep 2026Qualifier 27:00 PMKensington Oval, Barbados
🏆20 Sep 2026CPL 2026 Final7:00 PMKensington Oval, Barbados

CPL 2026 Match Time Converter — Your Local Timezone

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Match 22 (31 Aug)
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Match 28 (6 Sep)

Why the CPL 2026 Timetable Matters for Fans and Players

Knowing the CPL 2026 venues and travel schedule helps teams get ready for their matches. Players need enough rest between games to stay fit. At the same time, fans can plan trips to different islands and watch more than one match. The addition of the Jamaica Kingsmen team and matches at Arnos Vale Stadium also brings new excitement to the tournament.

The league does more than just provide cricket matches. It also helps tourism and supports local businesses. Every match day becomes a celebration of West Indies cricket and culture. Because of this, the tournament is about more than just winning and losing. It brings people together and spreads happiness across the Caribbean.

Teams Participating in CPL 2026

Seven franchises compete in CPL 2026. Click any team to see their full CPL 2026 schedule, squad, fixtures, and stats:

  • Jamaica Kingsmen — New franchise for 2026, based at Sabina Park, Kingston
  • Antigua & Barbuda Falcons — Play home games at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium
  • Barbados Royals — Host the playoffs and final at Kensington Oval
  • Guyana Amazon Warriors — Home base at Providence Stadium, Georgetown
  • St Kitts & Nevis Patriots — Play at Warner Park, Basseterre
  • Saint Lucia Kings — Home at Daren Sammy Cricket Ground, Gros Islet
  • Trinbago Knight Riders — Defending champions; home at Queen’s Park Oval, Port of Spain

CPL 2026 Playoff Format Explained

After the 35-match group stage, the top four teams qualify for the playoffs at Kensington Oval, Barbados. The playoff structure works as follows:

  • Eliminator (16 Sep): 3rd-placed team vs 4th-placed team — loser goes home
  • Qualifier 1 (17 Sep): 1st vs 2nd — winner goes directly to the final
  • Qualifier 2 (18 Sep): Eliminator winner vs Qualifier 1 loser — second finalist decided here
  • Final (20 Sep): Kensington Oval, 7:00 PM AST

Tips to Follow the CPL 2026 Season Closely

First, remember that the CPL 2026 season starts on August 7. Make a note of the date so you do not miss the opening match.

Next, keep an eye on how the teams perform during the tournament. Also, check official CPL updates in case any match dates change. As the season goes on, follow the points table to see which teams are doing well. This can help you guess which teams might reach the final. If you want to watch a match in person, try to buy tickets early, especially for the final at Kensington Oval.

Most importantly, enjoy the season and cheer for your favorite team. At the same time, appreciate the talented players from all seven teams. CPL 2026 is expected to bring lots of exciting matches, great performances, and wonderful memories for cricket fans everywhere.

FAQs

The Caribbean Premier League 2026 schedule starts on August 7, 2026, and concludes on September 20, 2026, with the final at Kensington Oval.

Seven teams compete, including the new Jamaica Kingsmen alongside Antigua and Barbuda Falcons, Barbados Royals, Guyana Amazon Warriors, St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots, St. Lucia Kings, and Trinbago Knight Riders.

The opening match occurs on August 7, 2026, between Jamaica Kingsmen and Antigua and Barbuda Falcons at Arnos Vale Stadium in St Vincent and the Grenadines.

The final takes place on September 20, 2026, at Kensington Oval in Barbados, following playoff matches at the same venue.

Official Caribbean Premier League websites and major cricket platforms may release the 2026 season full match schedule in PDF.

Pakistan is UTC+5, which is 9 hours ahead of AST (UTC−4). The standard 7:00 PM AST match starts at 4:00 AM PKT (next day). The 8:00 PM AST matches start at 5:00 AM PKT. Use the timezone converter above to check all match times instantly.

Arnos Vale Stadium in Kingstown, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, is hosting CPL matches for the first time in 2026. The ground opens the tournament with the first three matches (7–9 August). It has a capacity of around 18,000 and is one of the Caribbean’s most scenic grounds, set against the Mesopotamia Valley.

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