BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – Australian all-rounder Chris Green has been named the newest captain of the Barbados Tridents for the 2026 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL).
Green takes over the reins from Rovman Powell, who will represent the CPL’s newest franchise, the Jamaica Kingsmen.
The 32-year-old Green has played more than 250 T20 matches and taken over 300 wickets across competitions around the world.
He previously captained Sydney Thunder in the Big Bash League and Guyana Amazon Warriors during the 2018 CPL, including leading the side in the tournament final.
He will be hoping to transform the team’s fortunes after they finished at the bottom of the table in last year’s CPL, winning just two of their 10 matches.
An excited Green said he was looking forward to the challenge.
“It is a real honour to captain the Barbados Tridents. Having been part of the squad last year, I understand what this team means to Barbados and its supporters.
“We have assembled a talented group capable of playing fearless and exciting cricket. My role is to create an environment where every player can express themselves, compete for one another and continue growing as a team. We are determined to give Barbados a side it can be proud of,” Green said.
Head coach Trevor Penney said he expected the Tridents to give a better account of themselves with Green at the helm.
“Having worked closely with Chris last season, I’ve seen first-hand the clarity, composure and tactical understanding he brings to a group. He has a remarkable ability to bring people together, create belief and get the best out of those around him.
“With the support of experienced leaders like Brandon King, Sherfane Rutherford, Gudakesh Motie, Quinton de Kock and the rest of our senior players, we’re confident Chris is the right captain to lead this talented squad. Together, we’ll look to play a fearless brand of cricket and compete strongly for another CPL title,” Penney said.
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