Caribbean Premier League has been producing some excellent cricketers over the years since its inception in 2013. CPL 2021 promises to delight cricket fans across the world with some world-class T20 action on the Caribbean pitches. Even though the Covid-19 pandemic had dampened the spirit of the sports world in 2020, this season holds strong potential to offer some exciting cricketing action by six teams participating in the tournament.
The entire 33-match CPL 2021 schedule matches will be played in just two stadiums of Trinidad & Tobago. Last year’s runners-up Guyana Amazon Warriors will clash with Trinbago Knight Riders in the opening match of the tournament.
Listed below are five CPL best players to watch out for in the 2021 series of Caribbean Premier League:
Jason Holder / Barbados Tridents
Jason Holder has emerged as a prolific CPL Player for Barbados Tridents in the Caribbean Premier League. The 28-year-old has showcased his exceptional skills with both bat and ball over the years that have earned him a significant place in the team. With a wealth of experience and killer instincts, Holder will be a key player in the Barbados Tridents squad with the potential of single-handedly leading his team to victory this season.
Chris Lynn / St Kitts and Nevis Patriots
After playing for Jamaica Tallawahs, Guyana Amazon Warriors, and Trinbago Knight Riders in previous seasons of the Caribbean Premier League, Chris Lynn will represent St Kitts and Nevis Patriots after being auctioned to the team during this year’s virtual auctioning process. The Australian batsman has a remarkable strike rate of 144.15 in the T20s and will be a key player in the batting department of the franchise. Lynn has a penchant for playing match-winning cricket on any given day and will aim to make a strong statement during the CPL 2021 series.
Ross Taylor / Guyana Amazon Warriors
Ross Taylor has been one of the most experienced campaigners in the Caribbean Premier League and will be returning to Guyana Amazon Warriors after a year’s break. The prolific batsman will bring the required experience and energy with him during the tournament with his fiery display of aggressive batting. He has scored 724 runs with an average of 31.5 in 36 matches in the last four seasons of the CPL.
Oshane Thomas / Jamaica Tallawahs
Oshane Thomas made a humble debut in the 2017 edition of the Caribbean Premier League and went on to become the second-highest wicket-taker in the 2018 season of CPL with 18 wickets in 10 matches. The 23-year old fast-paced bowler was among the five players retained by Jamaica Tallawahs squad in this CPL 2021 season. Oshane Thomas had a miraculous escape earlier this year after a motor accident in Jamaica and the current season will be a test of his perseverance to perform against all odds.
Pravin Tambe / Trinbago Knight Riders
At the age of 48, the Indian leg spinner Pravin Tambe made his debut in the 2020 season of CPL after being auctioned for Trinbago Knight Riders. He is an inspiration for Indian youngsters who want to make their mark in the cricketing world as he is the oldest Indian player in the league to bag a CPL contract. Tambe shot to fame during his stint with the IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals between 2013 and 2015.
