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Jason Holder For West Indies [Source: @ESPNcricinfo/x.com]
In one of the most notable pre-season moves, West Indies all-rounder Jason Holder has been named skipper of the St Kitts & Nevis Patriots for the 2025 Caribbean Premier League. The decision follows his high-profile switch from the Barbados Royals, ending a 13-year association with the franchise he first joined in the CPL’s inaugural season in 2013.
Holder leaves the Royals with a legacy of 104 matches, 1,169 runs, and 97 wickets, alongside two title wins, in 2014 and 2019, the latter as captain. Known for his calm leadership and overall consistency, his move marks a fresh chapter for both the player and the team.
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The Patriots endured a challenging 2024 season, managing just a single victory. By handing Holder the captaincy, the franchise signals a desire to rebuild around proven experience. The squad also sees fresh energy with Alick Athanaze joining, while the batting firepower of Evin Lewis, Kyle Mayers, and Rilee Rossouw remains intact.
Holder’s presence not only bolsters the middle order and seam attack but also brings tactical stability to a side hungry for success. His leadership style, measured, disciplined, and quietly competitive, could be the catalyst the Patriots need to return to title contention.
As CPL 2025 kicks off on August 14, all eyes will be on Basseterre to see if Holder’s first season at the helm can inspire a resurgence for the Patriots.
