ST. JOHN’S, Antigua — Cricket West Indies (CWI) has confirmed a major structural overhaul of the CG United Super50 Cup for 2025, signaling a new chapter for the region’s premier 50-over competition.
The tournament, scheduled for November 19–29 in Trinidad, will feature a streamlined format, tighter scheduling, and intensified competition — all part of a recalibrated approach amid the organization’s ongoing financial challenges.
A leaner, sharper format
In a move that marks a departure from tradition, the tournament will transition from its previous 31-match, eight-team format to a condensed round-robin structure featuring six franchises: Trinidad & Tobago Red Force (TTRF), Barbados Pride (BP), Guyana Harpy Eagles (GHE), Jamaica Scorpions (JS), Leeward Islands Hurricanes (LIH), and Windward Islands Volcanoes (WIV).
The West Indies Academy and Combined Campuses and Colleges (CCC) have been excluded from this year’s competition, a decision CWI says is aimed at consolidating resources and enhancing the intensity of play.
Under the revised setup, each team will face off in a brisk series of encounters, with the top two sides advancing directly to the Final, ensuring every game carries significant weight.
“A cornerstone of cricket development”
CWI’s Director of Cricket, Miles Bascombe, emphasized that the restructured Super50 Cup is designed not only to sustain competitive quality but also to strengthen the regional development framework.
“The CG United Super50 Cup continues to be a cornerstone of our cricket development structure,” Bascombe said. “This reformed format allows us to maintain a high standard of competition while also refocusing our resources on building a stronger, more sustainable development pathway.”
He noted that the shorter format demands precision, tactical clarity, and readiness from every franchise.
“The reduction in matches means teams must now be more deliberate and strategic in their preparation, ensuring they hit the ground running from the very first game,” Bascombe added. “While the absence of the CCC and West Indies Academy changes the dynamic, it also opens the door for those players to vie for selection within their territorial franchises. This added competition for places should raise the overall standard of play and sharpen the focus of every player involved.”
High stakes and fierce rivalries
The battle for regional supremacy will be as fierce as ever, with a total prize pool of US$200,000 up for grabs. The champions will pocket US$100,000, while the runners-up will collect US$50,000. The third- and fourth-placed teams will each receive US$25,000, adding a competitive edge to every stage of the tournament.
The condensed, high-intensity format promises to heighten drama and fan engagement, placing greater emphasis on execution under pressure — an element long celebrated in Caribbean one-day cricket.
Focus on the future
While this year’s restructuring stems partly from financial prudence, CWI insists the new model lays the groundwork for long-term sustainability and player growth. The organization views the 2025 edition as both a test case and an opportunity to refine its approach to regional competition.
The complete fixture schedule will be released in the coming days, with Trinidad poised to host what CWI expects to be one of the most competitive and closely fought editions in recent years.
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