Brandon King Joins Barbados Royals in CPL Trade
The 2025 CPL season will feature top players like Brandon King, Rahkeem Cornwall, and Obed McCoy, and is set to take place from August 14 to September 21, with no scheduling conflicts with West Indies international fixtures. The season promises to be an exciting one, with top teams and players competing for the title.
Brandon King has been traded from Antigua & Barbuda Falcons to Barbados Royals in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), ahead of the 2025 season. In exchange, the Falcons have acquired all-rounder Rahkeem Cornwall and left-arm pacer Obed McCoy. King, a consistent batter, has scored 1837 runs in the CPL, including a 400-plus tally in two seasons, and was the leading run-getter in 2019 and player of the season in 2022.
The trade marks a significant move for the Barbados Royals, who will be looking to utilize King's batting prowess to strengthen their lineup. Cornwall, who returns to his home franchise, has scored 1347 runs at a 150 strike rate and taken 35 wickets in CPL history. McCoy joins the Falcons with 56 wickets in 52 innings, including 15 in 2022. The 2025 CPL season is set to take place from August 14 to September 21, with no scheduling conflicts with West Indies international fixtures.
Other notable transfers include Jason Holder being acquired by St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots from Barbados Royals, while Alick Athanaze and Sherfane Rutherford made opposite transfers. The 2025 CPL season promises to be an exciting one, with top players like Brandon King and Rahkeem Cornwall changing teams and looking to make an impact.
The trade is expected to have a significant impact on the upcoming season, and fans will be eagerly watching to see how the new team dynamics play out. With the season just around the corner, the Barbados Royals and Antigua & Barbuda Falcons will be looking to make the most of their new lineups and make a strong push for the title.