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For the 2025 Caribbean Premier League (CPL 2025) season, David Wiese has been selected to captain the reigning champion St Lucia Kings. Faf du Plessis, their full-time captain, is not present. Notably, the star South African batsman had withdrawn from the CPL for personal reasons, but he was later disqualified from both the league and The Hundred 2025 in order to undergo surgery on his groin.
Wiese, who batted in the lower-middle order, amassed a vital 121 runs in 11 games at an average of 40.33 and an explosive strike rate of 168.05. By taking 13 wickets in 11 games, he also showed that he was a vital member of the bowling team. The 40-year-old will now be in charge of the Kings as they attempt to defend the trophy in the forthcoming season.
David Wiese in CPL 2025:
Wiese said he was thrilled to be given the chance to coach the team and eagerly anticipated the start of the season. Wiese's time in the Kings' setup was discussed by head coach Darren Sammy, who also encouraged fans to attend the team's first home game of the season.
ESPNCricInfo quoted David saying, “I am absolutely humbled to be named your captain. This season, we will be playing with passion, heart, and unity. You will see us give everything for each other and for you. And fans, we need you with us to pack the stadiums, lift the vibe and let's paint Saint Lucia blue. Let's make this a special season.”
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— Sportskeeda (@Sportskeeda) August 7, 2025
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Wiese said he was thrilled to be given the chance to coach the team and eagerly anticipated the start of the season. Wiese's time in the St Lucia Kings' setup was discussed by head coach Darren Sammy, who also encouraged fans to attend the team's first home game of the season.
Sammy expressed, "David Wiese has been a part of the family for a long time. He has been with us for a number of years and has put on some excellent performances. We cannot wait to start our first home game on 23rd August. We know Saint Lucia Kings are the best fans, and you will come out at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground and paint it blue, as you support our new captain and our team."
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