By Zainab Shafiq 
The Caribbean Premier League 2025 came to a fitting conclusion at Providence Stadium, Guyana, where Trinbago Knight Riders edged past Guyana Amazon Warriors in a tense final. TKR chased down their target to win by three wickets, clinching their fifth CPL crown. While the Knight Riders celebrated, the tournament as a whole produced standout batting feats, exceptional bowling spells, and record-breaking six-hitting that underlined the entertainment value of T20 cricket in the Caribbean.
Here is a detailed look at the leading performers across different categories, from most runs and wickets to strike-rate kings and six-hitting giants.
CPL 2025 Most Runs
Shai Hope topped the run charts this season with remarkable consistency, scoring nearly 500 runs at an average of 54.56. His ability to anchor innings while maintaining a strike rate above 125 was crucial for Guyana Amazon Warriors’ march to the final.
Nicholas Pooran was not far behind, playing the role of an aggressive enforcer in the middle order. Colin Munro and Tim Seifert provided explosive knocks for TKR, while Alex Hales chipped in with steady contributions for his franchise.
| Player | Matches | Inns | Runs | Avg | SR | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Hope | 12 | 11 | 491 | 54.56 | 127.20 | 37 | 16 |
| Nicholas Pooran | 13 | 13 | 426 | 42.60 | 133.13 | 21 | 29 |
| Colin Munro | 13 | 13 | 416 | 32.00 | 162.50 | 49 | 17 |
| Tim Seifert | 10 | 10 | 396 | 44.00 | 169.23 | 38 | 21 |
| Alex Hales | 13 | 13 | 386 | 38.60 | 127.81 | 28 | 18 |
CPL 2025 Most Wickets: Spin Rules the Tournament
While batters lit up the tournament, spinners dominated the bowling charts. Imran Tahir, at 45 years of age, once again proved his class, finishing as the leading wicket-taker with 23 scalps at an exceptional average of 15.04.
Young left-arm spinner Usman Tariq was one of the season’s breakout stars, picking up 20 wickets in just 10 matches. Gudakesh Motie and Tabraiz Shamsi further underlined the value of spin in Caribbean conditions, while South Africa’s Dwaine Pretorius chipped in with 17 wickets through variations.
| Player | Matches | Overs | Balls | Wkts | Avg | Runs | 4-fers | 5-fers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imran Tahir | 12 | 48.0 | 288 | 23 | 15.04 | 346 | 1 | 1 |
| Usman Tariq | 10 | 38.1 | 229 | 20 | 13.95 | 279 | 2 | – |
| Gudakesh Motie | 12 | 39.4 | 238 | 18 | 16.06 | 289 | 1 | 1 |
| Tabraiz Shamsi | 10 | 38.0 | 228 | 17 | 16.18 | 275 | – | – |
| Dwaine Pretorius | 12 | 43.0 | 258 | 17 | 20.29 | 345 | – | – |
CPL 2025 Highest Individual Scores
Big knocks often swing games in T20 leagues, and this year’s CPL had no shortage of them. Tim Seifert’s blistering 125 off 53 balls against Antigua and Barbuda Falcons was the standout innings of the season, laced with 10 fours and 9 sixes.
Colin Munro followed close with a 120 against St Kitts and Nevis Patriots, while Brandon King, Nicholas Pooran, and Roston Chase all played match-defining knocks in the 90s.
| Batter | Runs | Balls | SR | Vs | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tim Seifert | 125 | 53 | 235.85 | Antigua and Barbuda Falcons | 10 | 9 |
| Colin Munro | 120 | 57 | 210.53 | St Kitts and Nevis Patriots | 14 | 6 |
| Brandon King | 98 | 65 | 150.77 | Antigua and Barbuda Falcons | 6 | 7 |
| Nicholas Pooran | 90 | 53 | 169.81 | Antigua and Barbuda Falcons | 3 | 8 |
| Roston Chase | 90 | 55 | 163.64 | Guyana Amazon Warriors | 6 | 5 |
CPL 2025 Highest Batting Strike Rates
In T20s, the strike rate often defines the impact of a batter. Rovman Powell emerged as the strike-rate king of CPL 2025, scoring 241 runs at an extraordinary 183.97. Romario Shepherd and Chris Green impressed in cameo roles, while Kieron Pollard and Tim Seifert showcased their ability to dominate bowling attacks.
| Batter | Matches | Inns | Runs | Avg | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rovman Powell | 9 | 9 | 241 | 48.20 | 183.97 |
| Romario Shepherd | 12 | 12 | 197 | 21.89 | 177.48 |
| Chris Green | 7 | 6 | 65 | 32.50 | 175.68 |
| Kieron Pollard | 13 | 11 | 383 | 54.71 | 174.09 |
| Tim Seifert | 10 | 10 | 396 | 44.00 | 169.23 |
CPL 2025 Most Sixes
Kieron Pollard, despite being at the twilight of his career, continues to dominate the six-hitting charts. His 36 sixes led the tournament, reminding fans why he remains one of the most feared strikers of the ball in world cricket. Pooran (29) and Powell (22) were not far behind, while Tim Seifert and Jason Holder also cleared the ropes frequently.
| Batter | Matches | Inns | Runs | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kieron Pollard | 13 | 11 | 383 | 36 |
| Nicholas Pooran | 13 | 13 | 426 | 29 |
| Rovman Powell | 9 | 9 | 241 | 22 |
| Tim Seifert | 10 | 10 | 396 | 21 |
| Jason Holder | 10 | 10 | 267 | 21 |
CPL 2025 Balances Youth and Experience
The CPL 2025 season highlighted both experience and emerging talent. Veterans like Imran Tahir and Kieron Pollard continued to deliver, while younger names such as Usman Tariq and Rovman Powell made their mark. With Trinbago Knight Riders lifting the trophy yet again, the season reinforced the league’s reputation for producing fireworks and unpredictability.
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