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Caribbean cricket spectacle, “the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) returns to Jamaica this summer after a seven-year hiatus.

The announcement was made by Sport Minister, Olivia Grange, on her Facebook page. She said the Cabinet of Jamaica has given approval for a new Jamaican franchise and for the country to host matches in the CPL 2026 season starting in August.

“I’m very elated that the games will be around Independence time, so we’ll have an extended celebratory period. And I’m looking forward to the Diaspora coming to Jamaica to enjoy the Independence celebrations, the Grand Gala and CPL,” she said.

The approval comes as the Ministries of Tourism, Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport concluded arrangements with CPL organisers. The minister advises that the new arrangement will advance Jamaica’s cricket development programme.