The Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and Republic Bank Limited have announced the continuation of their highly successful partnership. A new three-year agreement solidifies the bank’s role as the Title Sponsor and Official Bank of the Republic Bank CPL.The collaboration, which began in 2016 and expanded significantly in 2023, also extends Republic Bank’s commitment to the Women’s CPL (WCPL) and its investment in grassroots cricket through the “Five for Fun” programme.Since becoming the Title Sponsor, Republic Bank has played a pivotal role in deepening the CPL’s engagement with fans and communities across the region through innovative marketing strategies.As the largest financial institution in the English-speaking Caribbean, Republic Bank’s partnership with the CPL, the region’s largest sporting event, has created significant synergies.The tournament’s 2024 economic impact was estimated at US$225.4 million, underscoring the mutual benefits of the alliance.Richard S. Sammy, Group Vice President of Republic Financial Holdings Limited, expressed his excitement about the renewal, stating, “We are absolutely thrilled to renew our partnership with the Caribbean Premier League for another three years. This renewed commitment is a testament to our belief in the power of the sport to bring people together and inspire a new generation of regional talent to shine brightly on a world stage.”He highlighted the partnership’s dual focus on enabling a top-tier cricket experience for fans while providing digital-first banking solutions.Pete Russell, CEO of Republic Bank CPL, echoed this sentiment, praising Republic Bank as a “phenomenal partner.” He noted that their continued involvement ensures “three more years of investment into putting together what is one of the world’s great cricket leagues.”Russell extended his personal thanks to the bank’s leadership for their belief in the CPL’s value to the region.The Republic Bank CPL, which began in 2013, is a franchise-based T20 tournament that merges dramatic cricket with a vibrant carnival atmosphere.The 2025 tournament, which concluded on September 21, once again proved to be one of the most-watched leagues in the world, with a broadcast and digital viewership of 1.13 billion in 2024.The current champions, the Trinbago Knight Riders, will look to defend their title against the other five franchise teams: Antigua & Barbuda Falcons, Barbados Royals, Guyana Amazon Warriors, St Kitts & Nevis Patriots, and Saint Lucia Kings. (Modified CPL T20 Press Release) The post Republic Bank and CPL announce three-year extension of groundbreaking partnership appeared first on News Room Guyana.