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Barbados Royals defeated Guyana Amazon Warriors by three wickets in a thrilling final at Providence Stadium on September 17, 2025, claiming their third consecutive Women’s Caribbean Premier League title in dramatic fashion.
The final showcased exactly why cricket remains the Caribbean’s most beloved sport as two powerhouse teams battled until the very last ball. Aaliyah Alleyne emerged as the undisputed hero of the night, earning the Player of the Match award for her crucial contributions with both bat and ball that propelled the Royals to their historic three-peat.
Aaliyah Alleyne’s match-defining performance steals the show in WCPL 2025 final
Alleyne delivered when it mattered most, producing a stellar all-round display that perfectly exemplified her value to the Barbados Royals setup. With the ball, she claimed the vital wicket of Laura Harris, rattling the leg stump with a perfectly executed delivery that broke a dangerous partnership. Her bowling figures of 1/32 from four overs provided crucial breakthrough at key moments during the Warriors’ innings.
However, it was her explosive batting in the final overs that truly sealed the victory for the Royals. Walking in with the team needing 19 runs from 12 balls, Alleyne demonstrated nerves of steel. She smashed Molly Penfold for a towering six followed by a crisp boundary, single-handedly turning the tide of the match. Her unbeaten 17 runs from just nine deliveries came at a blistering strike rate of 188.88%.
Barbados Royals complete unprecedented three-peat in WCPL
The victory at Providence Stadium marked a historic achievement for the Barbados Royals, as they became the first team to win three consecutive Women’s Caribbean Premier League titles. The franchise’s dominance over their regional rivals has been nothing short of remarkable, extending their perfect record against the Guyana Amazon Warriors to an impressive 9-0.
Chamari Athapaththu was crowned Player of the Tournament, finishing as the leading run-scorer with 169 runs across four innings while also claiming seven wickets. Her consistent performances throughout the tournament established her as the standout performer.
Chamari Athapaththu wins Player of the series award for her brilliant all-round performance ✨#women #cricket #ChamariAthapaththu #WCPL pic.twitter.com/9dSH5uMTth
— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) September 18, 2025
The final showcased competitive balance that has made the WCPL such an entertaining spectacle. After the Warriors posted 136/3, with captain Shemaine Campbelle contributing an unbeaten 28 and opener Amy Hunter scoring 29, the stage was set for a dramatic chase. The Royals’ response featured crucial partnerships from Kycia Knight (31 from 37 balls) and Courtney Webb (31 from 27 balls) before Alleyne’s late heroics sealed the deal with two balls remaining. The triumph represents the culmination of a perfect tournament for the Royals, who remained unbeaten throughout the entire competition.
The Barbados Royals win their third WCPL Title 🏆#women #cricket #WCPL25 #BarbadosRoyals pic.twitter.com/cTOPTmeKv4
— WomenCricket.com (@WomenCricketHQ) September 18, 2025
This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
