REPUBLIC BANK CPL DELIVERS US$36.8MILLION FOR TRINIDAD & TOBAGO IN 2025
The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) generated a total event impact of US$36.8 million for Trinidad & Tobago during the 2025 tournament, according to an independent Economic Impact Assessment conducted by GSIQ .
Matches played in Tarouba between delivered a direct economic impact of US$24.6 million, alongside US$12.2 million in international media value promoting the Visit Trinidad brand across global broadcast, digital and social platforms .
A total of 58,934 fans attended matches in Trinidad & Tobago, marking a 2% increase year-on-year. Of those attendees, 2,984 were international visitors. Visiting supporters stayed an average of 3.9 nights and contributed US$15.3 million in attendee spending, supporting accommodation providers, restaurants, transport operators and retail businesses across the country
CPL’s direct investment into Trinidad & Tobago reached its highest level to date. In 2025, the tournament spent US$5million locally, creating 261 new jobs, investing US$1.2 million with local suppliers, and spending US$2.1 million on salaries . Over the past decade, CPL and the Trinbago Knight Riders have invested US$35.7 million into the local economy, with 2025 representing the largest annual investment yet.
In addition to the economic contribution, Trinidad & Tobago benefited from extensive global exposure. The tournament generated US$12.2 million in media value, including US$11.1 million from broadcast coverage alone. India once again proved to be the most valuable international market, contributing US$5.2 million in media value, accounting for 43% of the total.
Pete Russell, CEO of the Caribbean Premier League, said:
“Trinidad & Tobago continues to be one of the heartbeat venues of the CPL. Delivering an event impact of US$36.8 million highlights the tournament’s importance to the local economy, from job creation and supplier investment to tourism growth and global media exposure. The energy and passion of the fans in Trinidad make it a truly special stop on the CPL calendar.”
