Cricket West Indies (CWI) has lauded Quentin Sampson after the 22-year-old was named Breakout Player of the 2025 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL), capping a sensational debut season with the Guyana Amazon Warriors.
The hard-hitting right-hander wasted no time making his mark on regional cricket’s biggest stage. In eight matches, Sampson piled up 241 runs at an average of 40.16 and a strike rate of 153, repeatedly rescuing his side in pressure situations. His standout knock—a fluent 76 that powered the Warriors to victory—showcased both his fearless strokeplay and his calm temperament under fire.
Emerging talent across the region
While Sampson walked away with the award, he was far from the only youngster to turn heads in this year’s tournament. Ackeem Auguste impressed for the St. Lucia Kings with a sparkling 73 against the Warriors, while Navin Bidaisee’s crafty spin earned him seven wickets for the St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots at a miserly economy rate of 8.04. Rising names such as Jediah Blades, Nathan Edward, and Karima Gore also announced themselves, underscoring the rich depth of talent emerging from the region’s player development pathways.
From breakout league to CPL stardom
Many of these players, including Sampson, first seized their opportunity in the CWI Breakout League earlier this year, where standout performances earned them CPL contracts. Their transition from developmental cricket to the high-intensity franchise stage has been heralded as a promising sign for West Indies cricket.
CWI’s seal of approval
CWI’s Director of Cricket, Miles Bascombe, praised Sampson and his peers for grabbing their chances with both hands.
“Quentin’s performances, as well as those of others this season, are both pleasing and encouraging for West Indies cricket,” Bascombe said. “They have shown that our emerging players can step up and deliver when they are given the opportunity.”
With his debut season now in the books, Sampson stands as a shining example of the new generation’s potential—young, fearless, and ready to carry the torch for West Indies cricket on the world stage.
 has lauded Quentin Sampson after the 22-year-old was named Breakout Player of the 2025 Republic Bank CPL.){kind=link}