Jamaica Kingsmen join CPL

KINGSTON, Jamaica (CMC):

Jamaica's returning Caribbean Premier League (CPL) franchise has been officially renamed the Jamaica Kingsmen.

The name was unveiled at a press conference on Tuesday at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in Kingston, marking Jamaica's return to the regional T20 tournament after a two-year absence.

While the new ownership group, Kingsmen Sports Enterprise, considered keeping the previous Jamaica Tallawahs name, a decision was subsequently taken to rename the franchise.

Owner Fawad Sarwar says the Kingsmen name was the best choice and was endorsed by both the CPL and government.

The men's tournament is set to begin in August, with the Jamaica Observer reporting that Sabina Park will host four games.

The last time games were held in Jamaica was in 2019.

Previous owner Kris Persaud sold the franchise back to the CPL, citing financial challenges due to a lack of support from the government.