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Pakistan pacer Naseem Shah has joined the St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots for the 2025 edition of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), replacing South Africa’s Corbin Bosch in the squad.
The CPL’s 13th season will kick off on August 14, 2025, with the Patriots opening the tournament against Antigua & Barbuda Falcons.
Naseem, who last featured in the CPL in 2021 for the same franchise, played a key role in their title-winning campaign.
He picked up six wickets in seven matches that season, maintaining an economy of 7.68. His 2-26 in the final was a standout effort as the Patriots lifted their maiden CPL trophy.
Over the years, Naseem Shah has gained considerable experience in franchise cricket, having appeared in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), Lanka Premier League (LPL), and Bangladesh Premier League (BPL).
However, his availability for this year’s CPL remains uncertain due to Pakistan’s packed international calendar.
The national team is scheduled to tour the West Indies for white-ball fixtures, take part in a tri-nation series with Afghanistan and the UAE, and then gear up for the Asia Cup 2025 in September.
Besides Naseem Shah, four more Pakistani cricketers are set to feature in the CPL 2025.
Veteran left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir has been picked by Trinbago Knight Riders, his fourth team in the CPL since 2021. Amir has already played 39 matches in the tournament, bagging 51 wickets at an average of 18.09.
Spin bowler Usman Tariq, who impressed in PSL 2024 and 2025, is set to make his CPL debut for the Knight Riders.
Meanwhile, All-rounder Mohammad Nawaz will also be turning out for the St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots, making his first appearance in the league.
Imad Wasim returns to Antigua and Barbuda Falcons after being released and later re-signed by the franchise ahead of the players’ draft.
Pakistan players to feature in CPL 2025
Naseem Shah, Mohammad Nawaz (St Kitts and Nevis Patriots), Imad Wasim (Antigua and Barbuda Falcons), Mohammad Amir and Usman Tariq (Trinbago Knight Riders).
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