Saint Lucia Kings Win First CPL Title

The Saint Lucia Kings clinched their first Caribbean Premier League (CPL) title by defeating the Guyana Amazon Warriors by six wickets in a thrilling final. After a shaky start, with the Kings struggling at 51/4 chasing a target of 139, Aaron Jones and Roston Chase formed a pivotal partnership, scoring 88 runs to lead their team to victory with 11 balls remaining. Jones finished unbeaten on 48 off 31 deliveries, while Chase contributed 39 runs from 22 balls, both players turning the match around with explosive batting in the final overs. The Kings' triumph marked a significant milestone, as they were the last original franchise to win the CPL trophy, having previously fallen short in past seasons. Noor Ahmad from the Warriors was named Player of the Tournament for his impressive bowling throughout the series. Fans celebrated exuberantly as the Kings' victory ended an 11-year wait for the franchise, creating a festive atmosphere in Saint Lucia and beyond.