The Barbados Tridents today announced their overseas player roster ahead of the 2026 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) season, adding a formidable blend of top-order power, world-class spin, and seam-bowling variety as the franchise returns to its historic identity under the "One Barbados" partnership.
The five overseas signings confirmed for the upcoming campaign are:
- Quinton de Kock(South Africa)
- Chris Green(Australia)
- Mujeeb ur Rahman(Afghanistan)
- George Linde(South Africa)
- Daniel Sams(Australia)
With Kensington Oval, "The Mecca" of West Indies cricket, set to host this year's CPL final, the Tridents' recruitment for 2026 signals intent to build a squad capable of matching aggressive batting with world-class control across all three bowling disciplines.
Quinton de Kock headlines the new-look Tridents top order. The prolific South African wicketkeeper-batter has long been one of white-ball cricket's most destructive openers, and his ability to dominate the powerplay makes him a natural fit for Kensington Oval's fast outfield and true bounce.
Chris Green brings his experience as one of CPL’s cricket's most reliable off-spinners, valued for his control through the middle overs and his sharp work in the field. His addition strengthens the Tridents' spin department considerably.
Mujeeb ur Rahman joins as one of the most difficult bowlers in world cricket to get away, renowned for his mystery variations and economy at every stage of an innings. The Afghan all-rounder also adds handy lower-order hitting to the squad's depth.
George Linde rounds out the spin-bowling all-rounder cohort, offering left-arm variety alongside genuine batting ability lower down the order. The South African's all-round skill set gives the Tridents management further flexibility in squad selection.
Daniel Sams completes the overseas group, bringing left-arm pace and power-hitting versatility from the death overs with ball in hand to finishing touches with the bat. The Australian's ability to contribute in both disciplines makes him a valuable middle-overs and finishing option.
Combined with a core West Indian contingent led by Gudakesh Motie, Brandon King and Sherfane Rutherford, the Tridents' overseas quintet gives the franchise a balanced group across batting, spin, and pace as they look to reclaim past glories under their restored Tridents banner.
ABOUT THE REPUBLIC BANK CARIBBEAN PREMIER LEAGUE:
First started in 2013, the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) is a franchise-based T20 format cricket tournament that combines two of the most compelling aspects of Caribbean life – dramatic cricket and a vibrant Carnival atmosphere. The broadcast and digital viewership in 2025 was 1.17 billion to make it one of the most watched leagues in world cricket. Trinbago Knight Riders are the current Republic Bank CPL champions, and the other franchise teams are Antigua & Barbuda Falcons, Barbados Royals, Guyana Amazon Warriors, Jamaica Kingsmen, St Kitts & Nevis Patriots and Saint Lucia Kings.
The 2026 tournament takes place from 7 August to 20 September.
For further information visit www.cplt20.com