Basseterre — The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025 tournament left a significant economic footprint on St. Kitts and Nevis, generating a total impact of US$19.9 million, according to an independent assessment by sports analytics firm GIC.
Five matches hosted at the Warner Park Sporting Complex produced a direct economic impact of US$14 million. An additional US$5.9 million was generated through international media exposure across global broadcast, digital, and social platforms, showcasing the Federation to audiences worldwide.
A total of 17,019 fans attended the matches in St. Kitts and Nevis, including just over 3,000 international visitors. These visiting supporters stayed an average of 3.7 nights and spent approximately US$3,100 per trip, injecting around US$12 million into the local economy through hotels, restaurants, transportation, and other businesses.
The CPL also made a direct investment of US$1.1 million locally, creating 94 jobs, spending more than US$400,000 with local suppliers, and paying US$149,000 in salaries. Community initiatives, including development cricket programmes and social outreach, received further support during the tournament.
Over the past decade, the CPL and the St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots have invested a cumulative US$13.6 million into the Federation, highlighting the long-term value of hosting these high-profile matches.
For local businesses, hoteliers, taxi drivers, vendors, and service providers, the tournament delivered a welcome boost during the season. It also reinforced Warner Park’s status as a premier regional sporting venue while creating valuable opportunities for young cricketers and community groups.
This strong economic performance underscores how major sporting events can drive tourism, stimulate small businesses, and contribute meaningfully to national development in St. Kitts and Nevis.
As the Federation continues to position itself as a hub for quality sports tourism, the 2025 CPL results provide clear evidence that investing in such events delivers real returns for our economy and our people.